Mount Bruce

Off Karijini Dr, Karijini National Park, 6751

Mt Bruce, or Punurrunha, is Western Australia’s second highest mountain, boasting one of the country’s most scenic walks. The mountain features three distinct walks, each providing different levels of challenge and spectacular views over the surrounding ranges and the nearby Marandoo mine.

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Walking Trails

Mandaroo View

Class 2
From the Mt Bruce carpark, this short and easy 500m return walk leads to a lookout over the Mandaroo mine. Ideal for visitors seeking a quick stop. 

Honey Hakea Trail

Class 3
Continuing from Mandaroo View, the Honey Hakea trail extends for another 1.8 kilometres to a vantage point with views over the mountain ranges and towards the Marandoo mine. This part of the trail is relatively easy, with a small amount of scrambling along a short section of boulders along the way. This is a 4.6 kilometre round trip from the Mt Bruce car park.

Mt Bruce Summit Trail

Class 5
For experienced walkers, the summit trail continues for a further 2.2 kilometres from the Honey Hakea trail. This challenging walk offers the reward of spectacular views across the Hamersley Ranges but walkers will need to tackle a steep ascent and some scrambling and climbing. This trail is a 9 kilometre round trip from the car park. Allow at least 3-4 hours. 

Visitor Information

  • Access & Parking: The access road to Mt Bruce is a 3km unsealed road, with a turnoff from Karijini Drive close to the Banjima Drive West entry station. An information bay and toilet is also located at the Mt Bruce carpark.
  • Safety Tips: Trails involve scrambling and climbing—ensure you wear sturdy hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, and allow sufficient time to complete your chosen walk.

 

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Karijini National Park Map

Discover the highlights of Karijini with this interactive map, including day-use areas, gorges, pools, and lookouts. Click on the pins to see more information about each location and plan your visit with ease. Another great resource is the Visitor Guide from Visit Ashburton, which you can download, or pick up from the Onslow or Tom Price Visitor Centre.