Boranup Karri Forest

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Star 4.7 (574 Google reviews)
Towering karri trees, some over 60m in height, undulate across the valley. With sunlight streaming onto their smooth trunks, this is one of the best sights in the Margaret River Region.
The sight of these enormous trees won’t be the only thing to amaze you. This forest is a feast for the senses with the forest floor tumbling with wildflowers, orchids and funghi (in season) together with the sounds of native birds and the fresh smell of eucalypt. 

The forest is an easy 25-minute drive south of Margaret River town along Caves Road. The Karri Lookout on the eastern side of Caves Road is an ideal spot to enjoy and photograph this amazing forest as it undulates across the valley. Boranup Drive is a fantastic tourist drive. With its hard limestone base, it is suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles. The drive winds its way through stunning forest and loops back to Caves Road. 

Along the drive you’ll find the Boranup Lookout which takes in views across the picturesque forest and the stunning turquoise waters of nearby Hamelin Bay. The lookout also marks the start of some lovely bushwalks and has a great picnic spot. 

A small campground fitting only seven small tents or small campervans is also available. 

For the bird enthusiasts! On your drive or walk through you may see Purple- crowned Lorikeet, Splendid Fairy- wren, White- breasted Robin, Crested Strike-tit, Golden Whistler and many other birds.

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Location

Boranup Karri Forest

Point Rd, Boranup WA 6286, Australia

Reviews

Star 4.7 (574 Google reviews)
Joy Charnock 11 June 2026

🍂🍃A truly beautiful and peaceful spot, surrounded by majestic karri trees that create a serene atmosphere perfect for reconnecting with nature. It's hard to believe such a hidden gem sits just beside the winding road, waiting to be discovered. With a convenient parking bay nearby, it's an ideal place to stop, unwind, and take in the natural beauty, whether you're exploring the region or simply passing through. 🍂🍃

Kara H 05 July 2026

Really beautiful to drive along the road into the forest below towering trees. Rows and rows for miles of these amazing trees. There are a few walking trails but we only stopped off at the designated viewpoint.

Thomas Lew 25 September 2025

Was attracted by their review of tall trees. Took a leisurely drive from Margaret River City center. It was just by the roadside, but there is a parking space to park the car. On both sides of the road are view of the tall trees. Did not ventured into the first as the shoes we write are not suitable for the trekking.

Piotrek Ziolkowski 24 October 2025

One of my favourite places in Margaret River. I've been here many times with my girlfriend and for work. I'm a photographer and taken a few couples here specifically as I think this is one of WA iconic locations. It's usually pretty quiet too and the only thing to remember is poor phone reception. There's a 2 W Boranup Forest Drive a few km down the road and it's a pretty epic spot too.