Revel in natural splendour on the newly opened Bald Head Hiking Trail.

The highly popular Bald Head Walk Trail near Albany is now re-opened after extensive upgrades.

DBCA staff and contractors have spent months upgrading the track to install new boardwalks and steps to guide hikers across the challenging 12.5km, six-hour walk in Albany's Torndirrup National Park.

The work stabilises washed-out dunes and helps prevent future erosion. The project was funded through the $15 Million Great Southern Adventure Trails initiative as part of the WA Recovery Plan.

While the track has been upgraded, the scenery remains the same - a jaw-droppingly beautiful mix of wild Southern Ocean coastline, towering granite rocks, white beaches and turquoise seas.

But it remains a long and challenging Grade 4 bushwalk that requires a high level of fitness, experience and preparation. The track is long, and parts are rough and the terrain is steep and difficult in sections.

Make sure you bring sufficient water and food and come prepared for changing weather conditions and also make sure you leave sufficient time to complete the walk in daylight.

Get a taste for what you can expect in this video. We reckon you're going to love it.

Find out more to plan your visit at Trails WA https://trailswa.com.au/trails/trail/... and at Explore Parks https://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/.....