Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite
~3 days · 36.1 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite is known for
Section 5 of Bibbulmun Track is an official 58.7 km point-to-point section from Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,775 ft to 3,497 ft over 36.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 14.9 mi · 41%
- Downhill 11.8 mi · 33%
- Flat 9.4 mi · 26%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite scores 18/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite take?
Most backpackers hike the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 36.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite?
The Bibbulmun Track — Section 5: Swamp Oak Campsite to Possum Springs Campsite climbs roughly 5,112 ft total — about 142 ft per mile, topping out near 1,086 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.