Walpole
WA 6398 • Western Australia
About Walpole
Walpole is a small coastal town in the Shire of Manjimup in Western Australia's south-west corner, located approximately 423 kilometres south-south-east of Perth and 66 kilometres west of Denmark along the South Western Highway. With a population of 429 residents across nearly 50 square kilometres, the town sits on the edge of Walpole Inlet within the renowned Walpole-Nornalup National Park — one of Australia's finest old-growth forest reserves. The town falls under the Shire of Manjimup and the state electoral district of Warren-Blackwood.
Walpole is internationally celebrated for the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, a 600-metre elevated walkway through towering ancient red tingle trees, attracting visitors from around the world. The town is also a key waypoint on the Bibbulmun Track, one of Australia's great long-distance walking trails, making it popular with bushwalkers and eco-tourists throughout the year. Walpole offers essential services for its small residential community including a general store, tavern, and visitor centre, while its tranquil inlet setting, surrounding old-growth karri and tingle forests, and vibrant ecotourism scene make it one of the South West's most distinctive and sought-after places to live.
Walpole falls under postcode 6398 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa regional coaches — Albany / Bunbury Approx. 2 hours to Albany, 4 hours to Bunbury
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ South Western Highway is the main route; Denmark (66km east) is the nearest service centre
The compact township has a small walkable village centre, but most errands and travel beyond the town require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Swan Street