The fascinating tourist centre and rural service town of Dwellingup is located in the Peel Region of Western Australia about 75 km south of Perth. Dwellingup lies in the heart of pristine jarrah forest and forest areas used for water catchments. The major attraction of Dwellingup district is the expanse of wonderful natural reserves areas and stunning forests in the area which are just great for bushwalking. mountain biking, camping, 4WD and ecotours. Visitors can enjoy strolling through the famous Lane Poole Reserve that follow the course of the Murray River. You should pay a visit and get information and maps from the Forest Heritage Centre. You can lear about the the timber heritage in the area. The forests surrounding Dwellingup features huge trees and you can climb up to viewing platforms
in the jarrah forest canopy that are 60 m high. You can also follow the delightful pathway through the forest on the delightful Hotham Valley Railway. Dwellingup is one of five separate towns on the famous walking and bike track known as the Bibbulmun Track that winds for more than 1000 km through the area. This track is very popular with bushwalkers, bike riders, campers and nature lovers. A new bike trail has been established on the Munda Biddi Mountain that starts in Mundaring and will eventually pass all the way Albany in the South West corner. This trail also passes through Dwellingup on its journey to Collie. There are many wonderful camping spots in the forest areas around Dwellingup. There is a wide variety of other accommodation in the Dwellingup area including hotels, motels, bed
and breakfasts, backpackers, chalets, motels and hotels. Local attractions include: # Etmilyn Forest Heritage Trail # Hotham Valley Tourist Railway # Marrinup Forest Tour # Lane Poole Reserve # Athlone Angora Goat Stud # Dwellingup Pharmacy Museum # Canoe a section of the Murrary River # Cycle a section on the long distance Munda Biddi Trail, starting or ending in Dwellingup. Maps are available by calling 0422 112 229, on the website # Enjoy the stalls and activities at Dwellingup annual Winterfest.