Starting from the car park off Old Padbury Road, Balingup, Golden Valley Hill View Circuit offers a delightful 45-minute stroll through Golden Valley Tree Park's enchanting Australian Collection. As you embark on this leisurely walk, you'll be treated to picturesque vistas and a diverse array of vegetation, showcasing the natural beauty of the park. Upon entering the Golden Valley Tree Park, visitors are presented with two enticing options: the World Collection or the Australian Collection. Many opt to explore both, given the manageable nature of the tracks. The ascent to the plateau rewards hikers with breathtaking views from Bottle Tree Lookout, named after a distinctive bottle tree imported from Queensland. Along the way, you'll encounter a variety of native flora, including Kurrajong trees, sandalwood, and rare species like the weeping gum. Though the track presents moderate challenges with its uneven terrain and moderately steep sections, a sturdy pair of walking shoes is recommended for comfort and safety. Instead of traditional signage, the track is marked by evenly spaced cairns, adding an element of fun as hikers navigate the path. Suitable for all ages, this track promises a memorable exploration of the Golden Valley Tree Park's natural wonders, offering an enriching experience for visitors of Balingup, situated approximately 240 kilometres south of Perth, Western Australia. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadandi, Pibulmun and Ganeang people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.
Cloudy. Very high chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm during the morning and afternoon, possibly severe. Possible small hail with thunderstorms near the south coast late this afternoon and evening. Damaging winds possible near the Southwest Capes. Winds northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h increasing to 25 to 40 km/h in the morning then shifting south to southwesterly in the late afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures between 14 and 17.
UV Alert: Sun protection not recommended, UV Index predicted to reach 2 [Low]
Monday 21 July
2°C → 12°C
Shower or two. 60% chance of rain 0 → 2mm
Cloudy. Patches of frost in the north in the early morning. High chance of showers in the south, medium chance elsewhere. Winds southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h increasing to 30 km/h before turning westerly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon and evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 1 and 7 with daytime temperatures reaching between 11 and 15.
Tuesday 22 July
4°C → 14°C
Shower or two. 70% chance of rain 0 → 2mm
Partly cloudy. High chance of showers. Winds westerly 15 to 20 km/h increasing to 25 km/h before turning northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 9 with daytime temperatures reaching between 13 and 16.
Wednesday 23 July
6°C → 13°C
Showers. 90% chance of rain 2 → 9mm
Cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h turning west to southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 6 and 9 with daytime temperatures reaching between 12 and 16.
Thursday 24 July
3°C → 11°C
Shower or two. 60% chance of rain 0 → 2mm