Day 8: Nala Mia Hut to Karta Burnu Hut

It’s fast rail trail riding between Nala Mia and Nannup, the next town on the route. You’ll find a campground, brewery, and several resupply options. Nannup is also home to the popular Seven Gravel Race, a 50- to 125-kilometer event that’s part of the UCI Gravel Series.

Leaving Nannup, you’ll tackle one the longest climbs of the entire route, 18 kilometers on a paved country road. It looks daunting on paper, but it’ll be a walk in the park if you’ve made it this far. Farmland transitions to karri forests as the route passes by Willow Springs Campground, the King Jarri tree, and the town of Donnelly River–a unique spot and a highlight of the entire route.

Continuing to Karta Burnu Hut, the terrain is gentle, and the forest feels tall and mighty. Spending the night at Karta Burnu Hut is a must. It’s a beautiful hut with views of the valley below and a great spot to watch the sunset.