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The Pemberton Pool is a special picnic spot along the Lefroy Brook. The water of the brook naturally pools here. There are areas sections for children to play in and adults to jump of a pontoon. There are picnic tables under tall Karri trees. During summer this is a popular spot for locals and visitors.
The Pemberton Swimming Pool is only 1.2 km for the township of Pemberton. It is also the start for several bush walks through Pemberton Forest Park. Explore the Hatchery Trail, Trevor's trail, Karri Heights, Whistler Walk and Lefroy trails.
The Pemberton Pool is also strategically located amongst mountain bike trails which also meander through the wonderful Pemberton Forest Park. Enjoy a dip in the cool water after some hard peddling along the Relentless Blue or Skills circuit.
No dogs allowed.
No entry fee.
Written Feb 3, 2012
Address: Swimming Pool Road, Pemberton
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If you're looking for a nice way to spend some time in the forest without having to do the walking, why not hop on the Pemby tram. It meanders through the forest over trestle bridges and over rivers and streams.
The tram ride lasts 1 and 3/4 hours and stops at the Cascades, which are just beuatiful when they are running.
The tram departs twice daily, at 10.45am and 2.00pm every day except Christmas Day. It costs $24 for adults, $12 for children and $3 for those kids under 2.
Written Feb 3, 2012
Address: Railway Crescent, Pemberton
Phone: (08) 9776 1322
Website: www.pemtram.com.au
You can see Alex's awesome photos of Pemberton inside the Millhouse Cafe in Pemberton's mainstreet. Open daily from 8.00am to 5.00pm. If you love the photos, why not buy the book! Great value and a beautiful momento of the region.
Written Feb 3, 2012
Address: 14 Brockman Street, Pemberton
Website: www.alexbond.com.au
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The Gloucester Tree lookout was built in 1947, in the highest of the tall karri trees near Pemberton and it’s construction coincided with a visit to the South-West by the then Governor-General of Australia, His Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester.
It is the tallest fire-lookout tree in the world. This magnificent Karri Tree is over 60 metres high and offers 360° views over the surrounding hinterland. Not for the faint hearted.
It's beautiful down here though and you can have a picnic lunch or go on a number of walks through the bush.
You do need to pay to drive into the park - you can buy a park pass for $11, which can get you into any number of passes in the area for the day.
You can call into the Pemberton Visitor Centre for further information.
Updated Feb 3, 2012
Address: Gloucestor Street, Pemberton
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NOTE: JARRAH JACKS IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. THEY ARE HOPING TO RE-OPEN IN THE NEAR FUTURE.
Boutique brewery, hand brewed beer. Lovely scenery. Makes for a great day out with friends! Live entertainment and great meals available.
Updated Feb 3, 2012
Address: Lot 2 Kemp Road, Pemberton
Phone: +61 8 9776 1333
Website: http://www.jarrahjacks.com.au/
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Big Brook Dam is a beautiful, peaceful spot for a swim, canoe and walk. Surrounded by Karri forest, it provides an idyllic location to soak in the crystal clear water or sunbathe on the sandy beach. You can even try your luck at fishing from the banks.
There's a 4km walk around the dam along the beautiful nature trail and keep an eye out for kangaroos.
You can cool off in the dam and have a barbecue or picnic lunch on the 'beach'. Free gas BBQ in undercover picnic area (2 to 3 tables), toilets and running water available.
Big Brook Dam is located just five minutes from Pemberton. No entry fees. There is also wheelchair access and disabled toilets.
Written Jul 3, 2010
Address: Rainbow Trail, Pemberton
Phone: +61 1800 671 133
Website: www.pembertonvisitor.com.au
If you make it to the cabin, you will be 58 metres above the ground and have a really great view of the Pemberton area. There was a fire happening locally at the time. The tree was called the Gloucester Tree after the Duke of Gloucester who was visiting at the time.
Written Jun 26, 2009
Address: Gloucester Tree, Pemberton
There are153 pegs to climb on the Gloucester Tree and for a short person, the spacing is fairly wide. The tree was pegged in wood in 1988 as part of the bicentennial celebrations but were later been converted to steel.
Written Jun 26, 2009
Address: Gloucester Tree, Pemberton
The Gloucester Tree is probably the most well known of the fire lookout trees in this are. This magnificent Karri tree stands at around 60 metres high. The lookout was built in 1947. This Karri is the tallest tree found in Western Australia and apparently the 3rd tallest in the world. There are entry fees.
Written Jun 26, 2009
Address: 3kms from the Post Office, Pemberton
The Mill Workers hall, built in 1913, was one of Pemberton’s oldest buildings as well as one of the earliest community buildings. It became the venue for social functions such as dances, plays and concerts for the saw milling community. Weddings were also often held there. At one time the building also served as a school. The building has been restored after it had been left to deteriorate.
Written Jun 23, 2009
Address: Brockman Street, Pemberton
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