Australias South West Nature & Outdoor Attractions

Natural
A large collection of trees from all over the world can be found in the Arboretum which is situated on the opposite side of the Collie River near the Soldiers Park...

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Parks & Gardens
The main feature of these gardens is the distinctive coloured lights in the shape of apples. There is a children's playground, a display of Donnybrook stone, and the Old Oak Tree which was planted 1902...

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Natural
Back Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the Bunbury region. Located on Geographe Bay this pristine white sandy beach is an excellent spot for swimming, building sand castles, snorkeling and surfing...

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Scenic
The trail starts about 100 metres to the left of the carpark at the Salmon Holes and winds over 16 kilometres of dunes on Isthmus Hill out to Limestone Head until finishing at Bald Head...

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Food & Wine, Parks & Gardens, Shopping...
Banksia Farm offers you a five hectare scenic wildflower garden easily located just two minutes from Mount Barker...

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Natural
Nine kilometres west of Nannup off the Mowen Road, Barrabup Pool is a natural formation in St. John's Brook, a perennial stream running into the Blackwood River...

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Natural
The Bunbury Basalt Rock, at the northern end of Ocean Beach, is formed from a volcanic lava flow believed to have occurred 150 million years ago in the Crataceous Period...

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Natural
Beedelup National Park is set amidst a beautiful forest in the state’s southwest. A highlight of the park is the Beedelup Falls...

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Scenic
Start your scenic drive from Beela Road opposite the Tavern. Drive through the picturesque Beela Valley, this scenic drive takes you through steep hills and lush farming country east of the town...

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Parks & Gardens
Big Brook Arboretum is on Rainbow Trail 10 kilometres from Pemberton. This is an unusual place to have a picnic...

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Natural, Scenic, Sports & Recreation
Big Brook Dam presents a glorious setting for a freshwater swim, canoe and nature walk. Surrounded by Karri forest, it provides an idyllic location to soak in the crystal clear water or sunbathe on the sandy beach...

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Zoos, Sanctuaries & Aquariums
Big Swamp Wildlife Park is located on Prince Phillip Drive in Bunbury and is only five minutes drive away from the central business district; the big swamp wildlife park offers a value for money wildlife experience...

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Natural
This tree is believed to be the biggest living jarrah tree in Collie region. It is 36 metres high and 10 metres in girth...

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Natural, Scenic
The delightful Blackwood River which flows through the south west of the State offers some excellent scenic walk trails along its banks...

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Parks & Gardens
Visit the postcard pretty town of Bridgetown and spend some time relaxing on the grassy expanses of Blackwood River Park...

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Natural
Rising more than a kilometre above sea level, Bluff Knoll is one of the highest peaks in Western Australia and the perfect place for an outdoor adventure...

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Parks & Gardens
These beautiful gardens are located opposite the Nannup Tourist Information Centre and are open every day...

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Scenic
The Boranup Drive is a spectacular scenic trip through the imposing and grand Karri trees of the Boranup Karri Forest in the southwest...

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Natural
For scenic driving through the tall timber forests of the south west head to Boranup Karri Forest just south of Margaret River...

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Heritage & Landmarks, Natural
Provides an excellent panorama of the city, port of Bunbury, north shore and the Leschenault Estuary...

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Natural
Featuring stunning blue water and milky white sand, this sheltered cove is located only a ten minute walk from the Bremer Bay town site, and is a popular swimming spot...

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Natural, Parks & Gardens
20 kilometres west of Bridgetown on the Brockman Highway is the Bridgetown Jarrah Park. This is a combined effort by the department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM) and the Bridgetown community...

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Natural
Brunswick Pool is a picturesque section of the Brunswick River. Located on the Southern Western Highway at the north end of the town near the bridge...

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Natural, Zoos, Sanctuaries & Aquariums
Bunbury Dolphin Discovery promises you a unique and exhilarating experience. The centre enables you to interact with the bay’s 90 resident Bottlenose dolphins...

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Natural
Sheltered and pristine, Bunker Bay entices with pure white sand and gentle lapping waves perfect for swimming, snorkelling and fishing...

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Natural
The picturesque Busselton beachfront is home to the longest timber pier in the Southern Hemisphere, Busselton Jetty...

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Gallery & Museums, Heritage & Landmarks, Natural...
Extending almost two kilometres out over Geographe Bay, the heritage listed Busselton Jetty is the longest timber jetty (pier) in the Southern Hemisphere...

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Natural
The beautiful granite outcrop that makes up Canal Rocks is part of the rugged Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park known for its excellent fishing and scenic bushwalking...

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Gallery & Museums, Heritage & Landmarks, Natural...
Only 13 kilometres from Dunsborough along a scenic drive is the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Maritime Museum...

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Entertainment, Sports & Recreation
The Capel Golf Club offers 18 holes with grass greens and fairways and is set on relatively flat terrain surrounded by an abundance of Tuart, Jarrah, Banksia and Peppermint trees...

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Heritage & Landmarks, Zoos, Sanctuaries & Aquariums
Bird hides and viewing points are nestled right on the water's edge to provide visitors with a close encounter of the visiting bird life...

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Natural
The Cascades are a series of picturesque waterfalls that flow from the Lefroy Brook near Pemberton. Enjoy a lovely day wandering through the forest and fishing at the Cascades, then make use of the barbecue facilities to cook your catch...

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Natural
The caves of Margaret River are managed from CaveWorks, a fascinating eco-centre with impressive displays set amongst the beautiful natural environment of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge...

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Natural, Parks & Gardens
These beautifully kept gardens were built in 1936 to commemorate the town of Bunbury's Centenary. In 2006 a gift of a "floating stone" was presented to the community of Bunbury from Aqwest Bunbury Water Board to celebrate the Board's 100th...

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Natural
Located on the Nornalup Inlet, Coalmine Beach is a quiet place for all ages. The spectacular scenery of the area can be seen along the Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail...

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Heritage & Landmarks, Natural, Sports & Recreation
This drive follows the river with its tumbling rapids on one side and timber-covered slopes on the other...

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Natural
Located 15 kilometres east of Walpole, Conspicuous Beach is a spectacular piece of rugged coastline. Whilst not a beach recommended for swimming, Conspicuous Beach is popular with fishermen and surfers...

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Natural
Cosy Corner is a worthy visit. Drive along Caves Road, a short distance beyond Deepdene, turn left at the signpost and you will come to this aptly named picnic spot...

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Natural
A well protected bay that provides a safe swimming environment for all the family. The bay is also home to famous surf breaks...

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Natural
Situated just 25 kilometres from the centre of Bunbury, in the Shire of Dardanup and adjacent to beautiful Ferguson Valley, is the Crooked Brook Forest...

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Natural
Remote and rugged D'Entrecasteaux National Park combines pristine beaches and tall tree forests in a wild and spectacular landscape along the southern coastline near Pemberton...

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Natural
Deep River runs at least 90 kilometres southwards and flows into Nornalup Inlet. It runs through state forest and Mt Frankland National Park...

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Zoos, Sanctuaries & Aquariums
The Valley Of The Giants bird and reptile park has a world class permanent exhibition of Dinosaur Skeletons including the only T-Rex in Australia...

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Natural
Pack a picnic and spend an afternoon relaxing by the tranquil Denmark River near the town of Denmark...

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Scenic
The Denmark-Nornalup Heritage Trail commences at the mouth of the Denmark River, one and a half kilometeres fom the town centre...

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Natural
Dingo Beach is a picturesque location with excellent swimming. Waves for experienced surfers as well...

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Natural
Named Dog Rock, this huge granite outcrop near the town centre of Albany has an unmistakable likeness to the head of a bloodhound sniffing the air...

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Scenic
Take one the many Donnybrook Balingup Scenic Drives to witness some of the most beautiful countryside in the state’s southwest...

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Zoos, Sanctuaries & Aquariums
Watch free-flight displays of captive bred birds of prey daily at 1100 and 1330. View more than 80 Australian birds of prey (Eagles, Hawks, Falcons, Owls and other species) housed in specially designed aviaries set in 12 hectares of bushland (wildflowers...

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Natural
One of Albany’s most idyllic swimming spots is secluded Eden Beach.Here, the water is crystal clear and there are many rock pools to explore...

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