About Porongurup National Park
Porongurup National Park is a small national park in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, within the Shire of Plantagenet near the locality of Porongurup, about 40 kilometres north of Albany and 360 kilometres southeast of Perth. Centred on the ancient Porongurup Range, it is notable for its 1.2-billion-year-old granite domes, karri forests, rich wildflower displays and the elevated Castle Rock Granite Skywalk offering panoramic views over surrounding farmland and the Stirling Range.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact granite mountain range covered in karri and jarrah forest with well-marked walking trails leading to granite outcrops and lookouts. The main developed area is the Castle Rock precinct with car park, picnic area and trailheads. Trails range from short forest walks to steep climbs with stone steps and ladders to the Granite Skywalk, Balancing Rock and Devils Slide, offering elevated views across agricultural plains to Albany and the Stirling Range.
Key highlights
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Castle Rock and Granite Skywalk - suspended walkway around granite dome with 360-degree views
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Balancing Rock - large granite boulder perched on a narrow base
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Devils Slide - prominent granite slab and lookout
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Ancient Porongurup Range - 1.2 billion year old granite formation with karri forest