Southern forests’
Hidden Gems
Here are some of our favourite hidden gems of Western Australia put into a helpful day trip guide. All activities can be done in a day round trip directly from Ampersand Estate!
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the hidden gems of the southern forests
Karri Lookout
The Karri lookout is a secluded hike that takes you through the towering Karri forest along the infamous Biblimum track. It is a moderate walk that can continue right through the forest however its most memorable destination stops after approximately thirty minutes. Located near the Gloucester tree, you can simply park at the landmarks car park and walk the track shown below to reach the gem!
The lookout is unmarked but at the top of the hill you will see a sign pointing back to the Gloucester tree and the most spectacular valley of Karri trees in all of Pemberton. Once you reach the sign, turn back around. It is a sight that is often missed in travellers journey to this area, one of Pemberton’s true hidden gems.
The lookout is unmarked but at the top of the hill you will see a sign pointing back to the Gloucester tree and the most spectacular valley of Karri trees in all of Pemberton. Once you reach the sign, turn back around. It is a sight that is often missed in travellers journey to this area, one of Pemberton’s true hidden gems.
Karri Lookout
The Karri lookout is a secluded hike that takes you through the towering Karri forest along the infamous Biblimum track. It is a moderate walk that can continue right through the forest however its most memorable destination stops after approximately thirty minutes. Located near the Gloucester tree, you can simply park at the landmarks car park and walk the track shown below to reach the gem!
The lookout is unmarked but at the top of the hill you will see a sign pointing back to the Gloucester tree and the most spectacular valley of Karri trees in all of Pemberton. Once you reach the sign, turn back around. It is a sight that is often missed in travellers journey to this area, one of Pemberton’s true hidden gems.
The lookout is unmarked but at the top of the hill you will see a sign pointing back to the Gloucester tree and the most spectacular valley of Karri trees in all of Pemberton. Once you reach the sign, turn back around. It is a sight that is often missed in travellers journey to this area, one of Pemberton’s true hidden gems.
Salmon Beach
This pristine isolated beach located in the D’entrecasteaux
national park is one of the most beautiful sights in the
Pemberton region. Salmon beach is renowned for its
stunning sunset views that often colour the water in hues
of warm pinks and reds, true to the name. With remarkable
ocean views and ancient coastal cliffs surrounding it, this location is the scenic ideal destination for a picnic or photography site.
It is located only a few kilometres west of the Windy Harbour townsite and accessible via car, taking approximately an hour to travel from Ampersand Estates. It is well worth the trip and an experience you definitely don’t want to miss!
This site is not suited for swimming and is in such pristine condition due to the care and consideration of patrons. So please, only leave your footsteps in the sandy beach!
It is located only a few kilometres west of the Windy Harbour townsite and accessible via car, taking approximately an hour to travel from Ampersand Estates. It is well worth the trip and an experience you definitely don’t want to miss!
This site is not suited for swimming and is in such pristine condition due to the care and consideration of patrons. So please, only leave your footsteps in the sandy beach!
Salmon Beach
This pristine isolated beach located in the D’entrecasteaux
national park is one of the most beautiful sights in the
Pemberton region. Salmon beach is renowned for its
stunning sunset views that often colour the water in hues
of warm pinks and reds, true to the name. With remarkable
ocean views and ancient coastal cliffs surrounding it, this location is the scenic ideal destination for a picnic or photography site.
It is located only a few kilometres west of the Windy Harbour townsite and accessible via car, taking approximately an hour to travel from Ampersand Estates. It is well worth the trip and an experience you definitely don’t want to miss!
This site is not suited for swimming and is in such pristine condition due to the care and consideration of patrons. So please, only leave your footsteps in the sandy beach!
It is located only a few kilometres west of the Windy Harbour townsite and accessible via car, taking approximately an hour to travel from Ampersand Estates. It is well worth the trip and an experience you definitely don’t want to miss!
This site is not suited for swimming and is in such pristine condition due to the care and consideration of patrons. So please, only leave your footsteps in the sandy beach!
Tookalup Lookout
Tookalup lookout is the most stunning sunset lookout in
Windy Harbour, overlooking the great Southern coastline
it provides a spectacular backdrop for a relaxing evening.
This site is perfect for a picnic and glass of Ampersand
wine after a long day of travelling to all our amazing
Hidden Gems and is suitable for the entire family. Located
an hour away from our estate, the scenic drive to this site
in Windy Harbour is a beautiful trip with many amazing stops along the way. It is well worth dedicating a day to exploring the marvellous sights in Northcliffe on the way to Windy Harbour, see our day trip guide in the
information guide.
Tookalup Lookout
Tookalup lookout is the most stunning sunset lookout in
Windy Harbour, overlooking the great Southern coastline
it provides a spectacular backdrop for a relaxing evening.
This site is perfect for a picnic and glass of Ampersand
wine after a long day of travelling to all our amazing
Hidden Gems and is suitable for the entire family. Located
an hour away from our estate, the scenic drive to this site
in Windy Harbour is a beautiful trip with many amazing stops along the way. It is well worth dedicating a day to exploring the marvellous sights in Northcliffe on the way to Windy Harbour, see our day trip guide in the
information guide.
Heartbreak Trail
Taking you deep into the heart of the Pemberton forest,
Heartbreak trail is the most scenic, memorable tourist
drive in all of Pemberton. It is a 12km drive that winds
through the beautiful Karri forest and takes you along the
Warren River. You can get off at the infamous ‘Drafty’s
Campsite’ to walk along the rivers tracks, whilst swimming
isn’t advised, it is the perfect destination to bring a canoe
or kayak and take a trip down the river. If you haven’t
brought equipment with you, there are tours and services
that offer a guided experience which you can find in our
hidden gems activity section.
The ‘Warren Lookout’ at the top of the Heartbreak Trail is also well worth adding into your trip to the trail. It overlooks the winding Warren river in a magnificent valley of Karri trees and on a clear day, provides a view right to the beaches of Yeagarup! If you can’t make the climb of the Gloucester of Bicentennial tree, this easy to access lookout offers an alternative view of Pemberton’s amazing national forest.
The ‘Warren Lookout’ at the top of the Heartbreak Trail is also well worth adding into your trip to the trail. It overlooks the winding Warren river in a magnificent valley of Karri trees and on a clear day, provides a view right to the beaches of Yeagarup! If you can’t make the climb of the Gloucester of Bicentennial tree, this easy to access lookout offers an alternative view of Pemberton’s amazing national forest.
Heartbreak Trail
Taking you deep into the heart of the Pemberton forest,
Heartbreak trail is the most scenic, memorable tourist
drive in all of Pemberton. It is a 12km drive that winds
through the beautiful Karri forest and takes you along the
Warren River. You can get off at the infamous ‘Drafty’s
Campsite’ to walk along the rivers tracks, whilst swimming
isn’t advised, it is the perfect destination to bring a canoe
or kayak and take a trip down the river. If you haven’t
brought equipment with you, there are tours and services
that offer a guided experience which you can find in our
hidden gems activity section.
The ‘Warren Lookout’ at the top of the Heartbreak Trail is also well worth adding into your trip to the trail. It overlooks the winding Warren river in a magnificent valley of Karri trees and on a clear day, provides a view right to the beaches of Yeagarup! If you can’t make the climb of the Gloucester of Bicentennial tree, this easy to access lookout offers an alternative view of Pemberton’s amazing national forest.
The ‘Warren Lookout’ at the top of the Heartbreak Trail is also well worth adding into your trip to the trail. It overlooks the winding Warren river in a magnificent valley of Karri trees and on a clear day, provides a view right to the beaches of Yeagarup! If you can’t make the climb of the Gloucester of Bicentennial tree, this easy to access lookout offers an alternative view of Pemberton’s amazing national forest.
Holberry Sculpture Walk
Holberry sculpture walk is located in Nannup at the lower gardens of the Holberry house just a five minute walk from the Nannup townsite. It is a showcase of West Australian art pieces surrounded by beautiful gardens. The artwork is all for sale and visitors are encouraged to bring a book or picnic to enjoy the serene location.
Holberry Sculpture Walk
Holberry sculpture walk is located in Nannup at the lower gardens of the Holberry house just a five minute walk from the Nannup townsite. It is a showcase of West Australian art pieces surrounded by beautiful gardens. The artwork is all for sale and visitors are encouraged to bring a book or picnic to enjoy the serene location.
Beedelup Falls
Hidden amongst the giant trees of Karri Valley, Beedelup
Falls is an enchanting sight of rocky cascades that flow with
water during the Winter season. This site is only a 300m
walk from a bitumen car park, the easy access making it
suitable for all people. The walk around Beedelup takes
approximately 30 minutes, however you can easily get
lost in the charm and spend hours as the trail takes you
around the falls.
There is also a 4.5km hike that takes you through the stunning native forest of Beedelup to Karri Valley Resort where you can stop for lunch before making your way back! Only a fifteen minute drive from Ampersand Estates, Beedelup Falls is the perfect addition to a fun day out!
There is also a 4.5km hike that takes you through the stunning native forest of Beedelup to Karri Valley Resort where you can stop for lunch before making your way back! Only a fifteen minute drive from Ampersand Estates, Beedelup Falls is the perfect addition to a fun day out!
Beedelup Falls
Hidden amongst the giant trees of Karri Valley, Beedelup
Falls is an enchanting sight of rocky cascades that flow with
water during the Winter season. This site is only a 300m
walk from a bitumen car park, the easy access making it
suitable for all people. The walk around Beedelup takes
approximately 30 minutes, however you can easily get
lost in the charm and spend hours as the trail takes you
around the falls.
There is also a 4.5km hike that takes you through the stunning native forest of Beedelup to Karri Valley Resort where you can stop for lunch before making your way back! Only a fifteen minute drive from Ampersand Estates, Beedelup Falls is the perfect addition to a fun day out!
There is also a 4.5km hike that takes you through the stunning native forest of Beedelup to Karri Valley Resort where you can stop for lunch before making your way back! Only a fifteen minute drive from Ampersand Estates, Beedelup Falls is the perfect addition to a fun day out!
Yeagarup
Yeagarup, hidden deep in the Karri Forest of Pemberton is
a unique, serene picnic destination perfect for the entire
family. Filled with fun things to do such as; walks through
the national park, sand boarding on the Yeagarup dunes
and swimming/canoeing in the large lake, it is a site that
is not to be missed! The Yeagarup lake, which serves as
natures gateway to the dunes, offers picnic sites and a
large boardwalk that stretches onto the water.
The awe-inspiring Yeagarup Dunes emerges suddenly out of the Karri forest, a stark white contrast to the dense green forest Pemberton is known for. The site is a refreshing change from the local national parks and takes you on an unforgettable adventure through rich history right down to the coast line. This location is only accessible via four-wheel drive and is suited for experienced drivers, to go on a guided adventure through the dunes, check out Pemberton Discovery Tours in the tour section of our information guide.
The awe-inspiring Yeagarup Dunes emerges suddenly out of the Karri forest, a stark white contrast to the dense green forest Pemberton is known for. The site is a refreshing change from the local national parks and takes you on an unforgettable adventure through rich history right down to the coast line. This location is only accessible via four-wheel drive and is suited for experienced drivers, to go on a guided adventure through the dunes, check out Pemberton Discovery Tours in the tour section of our information guide.
Yeagarup
Yeagarup, hidden deep in the Karri Forest of Pemberton is
a unique, serene picnic destination perfect for the entire
family. Filled with fun things to do such as; walks through
the national park, sand boarding on the Yeagarup dunes
and swimming/canoeing in the large lake, it is a site that
is not to be missed! The Yeagarup lake, which serves as
natures gateway to the dunes, offers picnic sites and a
large boardwalk that stretches onto the water.
The awe-inspiring Yeagarup Dunes emerges suddenly out of the Karri forest, a stark white contrast to the dense green forest Pemberton is known for. The site is a refreshing change from the local national parks and takes you on an unforgettable adventure through rich history right down to the coast line. This location is only accessible via four-wheel drive and is suited for experienced drivers, to go on a guided adventure through the dunes, check out Pemberton Discovery Tours in the tour section of our information guide.
The awe-inspiring Yeagarup Dunes emerges suddenly out of the Karri forest, a stark white contrast to the dense green forest Pemberton is known for. The site is a refreshing change from the local national parks and takes you on an unforgettable adventure through rich history right down to the coast line. This location is only accessible via four-wheel drive and is suited for experienced drivers, to go on a guided adventure through the dunes, check out Pemberton Discovery Tours in the tour section of our information guide.
Kondil Wildflower
The walking trail at the Kondil Wildflower Park is an
absolute must do when visiting the south west region.
Only a short scenic drive from Ampersand estates, this
walk is the perfect place to unwind after a fun day out.
It is an even surfaced walk that takes you through the
native forest of Nannup and showcases the spectacular
seasonal wildflowers.
Kondil Wildflower
The walking trail at the Kondil Wildflower Park is an
absolute must do when visiting the south west region.
Only a short scenic drive from Ampersand estates, this
walk is the perfect place to unwind after a fun day out.
It is an even surfaced walk that takes you through the
native forest of Nannup and showcases the spectacular
seasonal wildflowers.
Lake Jasper
Lake Jasper is the largest fresh water lake in the entire
South West of Australia, full of a variety of native bird
species it is one of the five most important wetlands for
waterbirds in the South West.
The lake is perfect for canoeing and all passive water
craft activity, including fishing freshwater cobbler! Enjoy
the pristine waters and natural beauty of the native
forest at this amazing hidden gem in your next trip to
the Southwest!
Lake Jasper
Lake Jasper is the largest fresh water lake in the entire
South West of Australia, full of a variety of native bird
species it is one of the five most important wetlands for
waterbirds in the South West.
The lake is perfect for canoeing and all passive water
craft activity, including fishing freshwater cobbler! Enjoy
the pristine waters and natural beauty of the native
forest at this amazing hidden gem in your next trip to
the Southwest!
