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Manjimup embodies
all the charm of a Western Australian country town, and is the
centre of a thriving fruit and vegetable industry. Take time to explore the towering
forests, wildflowers, bush walks, fishing, wineries, train
rides, heritage trails, historical sites, climbing trees,
galleries and craft shops.
BIG BROOK FOREST &
DAM - One
of the most picturesque places in karri country. Have a
barbecue, picnic, swim and fish or take an easy 3.5km walk along
the trail that circles the dam. (Free of Charge)
TIMBER PARK
- Take a fascinating insight into the local industry and logging
heritage of Manjimup. The park contains a museum,
historical hamlet, vintage machinery and a blacksmith's forge.
(free of charge)
DIAMOND TREE
- Stands 51 metres high and visitors can climb to the top for spectacular views over the forest. The
tree was
used as a fire lookout from 1941 and is still in use today. (free
of charge)
FOUR ACES - View
this impressive row of karri trees that are over 300 years old.
(free of charge)
ONE TREE BRIDGE
- As the name suggests this bridge was made from a single karri
tree and survives as a testament to the ingenuity of the early
pioneers. (free of charge)
KING JARRAH
- One of the biggest jarrah trees in the south-west. A
650m walk trail starts at the foot of this majestic tree and
this is a great spot to enjoy the wildflowers in spring. (free
of charge)
WILDFLOWERS
- Over 8000 species of wildflowers burst into colourful blooms in Spring. This includes 150 species
of exquisitely beautiful orchid which erupt into dazzling mosaics.
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