2026.05 - Nancy's Peak Circuit

Xander & Leanne join a local friend for a hike in the Porongurup National Park

The Nancy’s Peak Circuit is one of the Porongurup's most popular walks. With clear skies forecast, Leanne and I met up with our good friend and Porongurup local, Nathan, for a morning on the trail.

Completing the loop in a clockwise direction we first passed Tree in the Rock.

Continuing up the well-formed steps we observed caterpillars huddling for warmth.

Then we emerged from the trees at the first lookout, where the Stirling Range stretched across the horizon.

From here the trail continued to climb, leaving behind the wide well formed steps for a narrow mountain trail.

Several more open rock slabs provided views of the Stirling Range to the north...

…and the ocean to the South.

The trail provides a stunning view of Devil’s Slide before descending into the valley between.

As we descended into the sheltered gullies, the damp conditions brought out fungi and mosses.

We wrapped up the day with lunch at Karribank Tavern & Restaurant, a new favourite with great food, cute animals and views back to the day’s adventure.