The Southern Forests & Valleys is a region located in the beautiful South West corner of Western Australia and stretches from Balingup to Walpole, Nannup to Boyup Brook, and encompasses Bridgetown, Pemberton, Greenbushes, Manjimup & Northcliffe.

The region is approximately 250 kilometres south of Perth with several easy travel options to get you to your destination. The area is also easily reached from Albany, Margaret River and Busselton.

 

Car
Our region is an easy 2.5 hour drive from Perth via the Forrest Highway to Bunbury and then following the South West Highway to Balingup.
From Busselton and Margaret River, the region is easily accessible, being only a half an hour drive to Nannup.
From the South, the drive from Albany to Walpole is just one and a half hours by car.
From the east, Boyup Brook is only 90 minutes from Katanning or 45 minutes from Collie.

 

Coach
The region is serviced daily by coach from the Perth bus terminal direct from the Perth Domestic airport, Bunbury Rail Terminal or from Albany, with varying services throughout.

 

Caravans
Traveling with a caravan or recreational vehicle (RV) can be one of the most exciting ways to experience our region.

 

 

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    Balingup offers a welcoming and inclusive experience for all visitors. With accessible parks, trails, accommodations, and facilities, the town ensures …

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    Boyup Brook is a charming rural destination that values inclusivity and accessibility. With thoughtfully designed attractions, trails, accommodations, and facilities, …

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    Bridgetown offers a range of accessible attractions, trails, accommodations, and facilities, ensuring visitors of all abilities can enjoy the towns …

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    Greenbushes is a welcoming and inclusive destination offering a range of accessible experiences for visitors with mobility challenges or other …

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    Manjimup is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for visitors of all abilities. With accessible parks, attractions, trails, …

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    Nannup is a picturesque town offering a range of accessible attractions, parks, trails, and accommodations. Whether you’re exploring nature, enjoying …

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    Northcliffe and its surrounding areas are committed to ensuring an inclusive experience for all visitors. From accessible trails and accommodations …

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    Pemberton is a vibrant destination nestled in the heart of Western Australia’s towering karri forests, offering a warm and inclusive …

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    Walpole is a destination designed for inclusivity, offering accessible parks, trails, accommodations, and facilities to ensure visitors of all abilities …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN BALINGUP Let Balingup awaken your senses with the changing seasons; smell the clean air, the fresh …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN BOYUP BROOK Boyup Brook is affectionately known as the heart of country music in WA. The …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN BRIDGETOWN Bridgetown is a hotspot for music, food and wine, shopping, history and natural attractions. As …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN GREENBUSHES Greenbushes has everything you could want in one simple, easy-going town. The historic mining/timber town …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN MANJIMUP No matter what time of year, Manjimup has the food to feed your soul. With …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT Nannup isn’t all it seems on the surface. This tiny town is eccentric and tough with plenty …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN NORTHCLIFFE Northcliffe is flooded with amazing experiences. This quiet town is surrounded by State Forests, National …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN PEMBERTON Welcome to Pemberton! This idyllic town has everything you could want; wine, mountain biking, hiking …

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    WHAT TO EXPECT IN WALPOLE Walpole is a great mix of the amazing experiences and offerings the region has to …

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