(Southern Forests – Nature, Cycling, Heritage & Forest‑Touring Hub)
Name: Nannup Visitor Centre (within Nannup CRC)
Address: 24 Brockman Street, Nannup WA 6275
Phone: (08) 9756 3022
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (weekdays; seasonal variations apply)
Rating: 4.7 from 80+ reviews
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre / Nature‑trail, forest & regional‑touring hub
The centre provides maps, forest‑trail information, cycling‑route guidance, event details, and regional touring support for Nannup and the wider Southern Forests.
What Area It Caters For
The Nannup Visitor Centre supports visitors across the Nannup–Donnelly River–Balingup–Bridgetown–Witchcliffe–Karridale corridor, covering forests, rivers, heritage precincts, cycling routes, and scenic touring drives.
1. Nannup Township (Primary Area Serviced)
- Nannup Foreshore & River Walk
- Historic town centre
- Timber heritage displays
- Cafés, bakeries, and artisan shops
- Peaceful small‑town touring
2. Blackwood River & Foreshore Trails
- Riverside walking and cycling paths
- Birdwatching and nature viewing
- Picnic areas and photography spots
- Seasonal wildflowers
3. Southern Forests & Timber Country
- Jarrah and karri forests
- Forest drives and nature trails
- Wildlife viewing
- Bushwalking and mountain‑biking routes
4. Donnelly River Village
- Heritage mill town
- Tame wildlife (kangaroos, emus, parrots)
- Forest‑trail access
- Rustic cottages and village store
5. Balingup & Golden Valley Tree Park
- Forest landscapes
- Walking trails
- Artisan shops and cafés
- Seasonal festivals and markets
6. Bridgetown & Blackwood Valley
- Heritage streetscapes
- Forest‑drive connections
- Art galleries and cafés
- Scenic rural touring
7. Cycling & Mountain‑Bike Routes
- Nannup MTB trails
- Forest‑edge cycling loops
- Nannup–Witchcliffe touring route
- Popular event routes (e.g., Tour of Margaret River)
8. Regional Touring Routes
- Nannup → Balingup → Bridgetown forest loop
- Nannup → Donnelly River → Manjimup scenic circuit
- Nannup → Witchcliffe → Margaret River wine‑region link
- Nannup → Karridale → Augusta coastal connection
- Nannup → Pemberton karri‑forest drive
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps (Nannup, Donnelly River, Balingup, Bridgetown)
- Forest‑trail and nature‑walk guidance
- Cycling‑route information and event details
- Dining and café recommendations (Nannup, Balingup, Bridgetown)
- Event information (Nannup Music Festival, Flower & Garden Festival)
- Regional touring support (Margaret River, Manjimup, Augusta, Pemberton)
- Assistance with accommodation options (chalets, forest retreats, cottages, motels)
- Visitor orientation for photography, hiking, cycling, heritage exploration, and forest touring
Summary
The Nannup Visitor Information Centre, located within the Nannup Community Resource Centre, is the central tourism hub for Nannup’s forests, riverfront trails, cycling routes, heritage precincts, and regional touring connections. It assists travellers exploring the Blackwood River, Donnelly River Village, Balingup’s Tree Park, Bridgetown’s heritage streetscapes, and touring routes linking Margaret River, Manjimup, Augusta, and the wider Southern Forests. With its maps, forest‑trail guidance, cycling‑route information, and regional touring support, it provides an essential starting point for discovering one of Western Australia’s most peaceful, nature‑rich, and forest‑immersive inland destinations.