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Grade
5
Advanced
3 KM
2 Hours
Return
Day Hike
Frenchman Peak, Cape Le Grand WA 6450, Australia
Frenchman Peak Trail Walk
Image: Jacki Baxter
Why this Hike
This hike in located near the Cape Le Grand Park in WA is a hard challenging 3KM climb to the top of the beautiful Frenchman Peak. Standing at over 260 metres tall this climb up Frenchman Peak or as it is locally know, Mandooboornup, is quite the challenge but provides you with grand views over the entire local area which has made it relatively popular among locals and tourists alike.
Track Notes & Overview
Starting from Frenchman Peak Carpark (at the end of Frenchman Peak Road) follow the trail path up to the Peak, avoid moving off this trail as the hill can be extremely steep and unexpected. Once at the peak return back down along the same track to finish the hike and return home.
*Please note that a park entry fee is required to enter and you should avoid this hike in wet and windy weather.
Packing for a Day Hike
Even if it is just a small day hike, packing is still essential to make sure everyone stays safe and has fun while on your hike. This free packing list will make sure you have everything you need while taking the hassle out of packing.
Food for a Day Hike
Before setting off on a day hike one thing you must do is plan what food you are going to bring with you. Your snacks and lunches should be nutritious, delicious and lightweight but they don't need to be complex.
Our recipe hub includes a range of lunches and snacks perfect for a day hike ranging from easy to create in minutes to tasty creations like you would make at home.
Leave No Trace
A Hikers Friend fully endorses the 7 principles of ‘leave no trace’ hiking which aim to protect our natural spaces and encourages you to apply them on your next adventure.
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