Guidebooks

There areĀ five current WA guidebooks available to the public:

Perth Rock Climbing Guide, 2nd ed. (Nov 2010, CAWA)

The comprehensive guide with 37 areas and 970 climbs covering every climbing route within 2 hours’ drive from Perth, plus Eaglestone Rock near Merredin. On sale now at Rockface, The Hangout, Mainpeak and Paddy Pallin stores and at the linked internet sites. It can also be purchased direct from CAWA at gym crashes and social events only, for $34 (15% discount on the $39.95 RRP), it would be really helpful if you could bring the exact change!

West Australian Rock (2002, S Richardson)

Covers highlights of the whole state.

Northern Rock (1996, S Richardson)

Any climbing north of Perth, including Kalbarri, Exmouth and Newman.

Margaret River Rock (1996, S Richardson)

Climbing in the Margaret River area, South-West corner of WA.

South Coast Rock (1998, S Richardson)

The coast between Walpole and Albany.

Also check out PDF mini-guides to all kinds of places, such as Peak Charles and the Porongurups.