Circular Pool is a rock channel segment of the Frankland River.

The name circular pool derives not from the shape of the two pools, but by the froth that is created by the falls which shows the water currents. The currents of the pools flow in circles, creating moving circular patterns with the foam they create.

The foam is a result of saponin which is a class of chemical compounds found in plants. Saponin, when shaken (not stirred), creates the 'cappuccino' foam for which Circular Pool is famous.

The foam actually gets stained by the eucalypt leaves in the water and looks like a cinnamon topping on the cappuccino-like frothy foam..

Circular Pool is a wonderful place to explore with easy access to the pool via a gentle, winding pathway and high quality, wonderful boardwalks and lookouts.

It is 550meters from the carpark and toilets to the bottom of the pool with a trail classification of 2. There are only a few steps which make it wheelchair accessible.

In summer the pools are still and the Frankland River at it's lowest. This is a good, safe time to explore the rocks at the riverside. Children love this place.

The mid-season flow of the Frankland River into Circular Pool is steady but shallow.

The walk is a beautiful, sealed, well kept pathway with two viewing platforms overlooking the river and pools. Perfect for children and elders alike. This makes visiting Circular Pool easy and fun for all ages.

Be careful, wet rocks are very slippery. Always supervise your children. Your safety is your responsibility.

Nearby, the Giant Tingle Tree offers a look at the world's oldest living eucalypt. Walpole - Nornalup National Park is filled with Tingle, and is a wonderful woodland experience.

Click here for a Map to Circular Pool.

Circular Pool is a beautiful, tranquil place for the whole family. The bottom pool is deep.

Walpole and surrounds:

Walpole Town
At the northern edge of the Walpole Inlet, Walpole is one of the few towns on the path of the Bibbulmun Track. Visit Walpole Town

Walpole Regional Map
Map of the Walpole Region including places to visit and National Parks. Visit Walpole Regional Map

Knoll Scenic Drive
A five kilometre circular drive on the peninsula between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets. A distinctly well-kept rest area with picnic tables & toilets. Visit Knoll Scenic Drive

Stay in Walpole
An inspiring selection of quality accommodation of all types. Friendly service. Choose from a variety of great accommodation in and around Walpole, WA. Find Accommodation in Walpole! Visit Stay in Walpole

Other attractions in the Walpole-Nornalup National Park:

Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Expansive covering over twenty thousand hectares of the Walpole Wilderness Area. Visit Walpole-Nornalup National Park

Walpole Town
At the northern edge of the Walpole Inlet, Walpole is one of the few towns on the path of the Bibbulmun Track. Visit Walpole Town

Ancient Empires Walk
The Ancient Empires Walk takes you through the forest at the base of the Giant Tingle Trees at the Treetop Walk. Visit Ancient Empires Walk

Circular Pool
Family friendly swirling pools. Access via steps or a gentle paved pathway. Viewing platforms close to carpark. Visit Circular Pool

Conspicuous Cliff
Standing high above the surrounding heathland, the Cliff-top lookout gives fantastic views of the beach and river flowing into the sea. Visit Conspicuous Cliff

Fernhook Falls
Located along the Deep River Fernhook Falls is a popular swimming and picnic spot in summer, and during winter is a truly magnificent sight! Visit Fernhook Falls

Frankland River
The Frankland River is the 8th largest in the state of Western Australia flowing into the Nornalup Inlet. Visit Frankland River

Giant Tingle Tree
This Giant Tingle Tree is special because it the oldest living eucalypt in the world. It is an 800 metre walk from the car park to the Giant Tingle and back. Visit Giant Tingle Tree

Hilltop Lookout
On Hilltop Road, east of Walpole. Overlooking the Nornalup Inlet and Frankland River. Rocky Head and Saddle Island can be seen in the distance. Visit Hilltop Lookout

Irwin Inlet
Irwin Inlet carves the sandbars at Peaceful Bay due to the swift flow into the Southern Ocean. Visit Irwin Inlet

Knoll Scenic Drive
A five kilometre circular drive on the peninsula between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets. A distinctly well-kept rest area with picnic tables & toilets. Visit Knoll Scenic Drive

Mandalay Beach
Spectacular views to Chatham Island, gorgeous white sandy beach it is a must-see... sometimes the shipwreck is visible too. Visit Mandalay Beach

Nornalup Inlet
The Nornalup Inlet is serene. Fed from the Deep and Frankland Rivers it connects to the Walpole Inlet via a natural deep water channel. Visit Nornalup Inlet

Peaceful Bay
Peaceful Bay beach is split in two by the Irwin Inlet as it discharges into the ocean. Sand dunes abound. Visit Peaceful Bay

Sappers Bridge
Re-built October 1982 for the National Parks Authority by 22nd Construction Squadron RAE following flood damage January 1982. Visit Sappers Bridge

Valley of the Giants
The Valley of the Giants Wilderness Discovery Centre at the Treetop Walk is the most visited place on the Rainbow Coast. Visit Valley of the Giants

Walpole Inlet
Filled by the Deep & Frankland Rivers, the dark waters of the Walpole Inlet empty into the Nornalup Inlet through the Channels. Visit Walpole Inlet