Wind your way through an awe-inspiring corner of Western Australia, as you’re dwarfed by giant karri trees, surrounded by sun-drenched vineyards and captivated by coastal vistas.
Follow bushland and forest walks to find a myriad of orchid and wildflower species that thrive in the region. Go back in time as you wander beneath the towering karri, jarrah, marri and tuart trees of ancient forests.
Cool and peaceful picnic areas along the way encourage you to take a break before you marvel at the rich natural environment and unique heritage of the region’s many national parks. On the spectacular western coastline from Cape Leeuwin to Cape Naturaliste, discover unspoilt beaches washed by the waters of the Indian Ocean.
Jarrahland Trail Map Reference Points
1 Jarrahdale and the Serpentine National Park
2 Dwellingup and the Scarp Road Oakley Dam
3 Harvey
4 Collie
5 Boyup Brook
6 Balingup
7 Bridgetown
8 Manjimup
9 Pemberton
10 Northcliffe
11 Windy Harbour
12 Warren National Park
13 Beedelup National Park
14 Nannup
15 Scott National Park
16 Cape Leeuwin (near Augusta)
17 Boranup State Forest
18 Margaret River Town Walk Trails
19 Cape Naturaliste
20 Busselton
21 Tuart Forest National Park
22 Bunbury
23 Yalgorup National Park
Jarrahland Trail - Must see and do
- View the amazing corals and marine life from Busselton Underwater Observatory
- Go wine-tasting
- Taste a variety of fresh local produce including cheese, chocolate and fudge
- Climb the Diamond Tree near Manjimup
- Browse extensive local galleries
- Go land based whale and dolphin watching (June to December)
- Cycle the Munda Biddi Bike Trail
- See the friendly dolphins of Koombana Bay on a boat cruise
Jarrahland Trail - Must see and do
84th Busselton Wildflower Exhibition
Thursday 17 – Friday 18 September 2009
Uniting Church, Kent St, Busselton
Open: Thursday 9.00am to 6.00pm,
Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Tel: (08) 9755 8001
The rich floral diversity of the south-west corner comes to life in this annual show that features individual specimens, beautiful orchid displays and massed bowls of flowers. Festival of Country Gardens
Balingup, Bridgetown, Manjimup and Nannup Autumn Delights
Friday 1 and Sunday 3 May 2009
Prelude – Friday 9 - Sunday 11 October 2009
Main Festival – Thursday 5 November -Sunday 8 November 2009
Tel: 1800 001 357 and (08) 9761 4475
Web: countrygardens.com.au
Gardens will be open for viewing in the four towns and in the surrounding countryside during the festivals which take place in autumn and in spring.
Greenbushes – New Zealand Gully Wattle Walk
August 2009. The date is yet to be confirmed in order to take advantage of
full blossom.
Tel: (08) 9761 1740
Web: bridgetown.com.au.
Margaret River Region –Wildflower and Orchid Season Celebration and Tours
Specialist guided tours run from September to the end of October.
Open: Caves open from 9.00am to 5.00pm
(Wildflower tour times TBA).
Admission: Wildflower Tours $15 pp. Max 20 pax per tour. Special Offer: Cave Entry, Wildflower Tour and book only $30.
Bookings essential - (08) 9757 7411 or
caveworks@margaretriver.com
Location: Lake and Mammoth Caves, Caves Road (20 minutes South of Augusta).
