Pemberton Travel Guide

 
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  •   Things to Do
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  • Gloucestor Tree Walks
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Things to Do  

The Pemberton Pool

The Pemberton Pool, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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... 

Pemberton Tram

Pemberton Tram, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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,... 

Alex Bond Photography

Alex Bond Photography, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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. 

Gloucestor Tree

Gloucestor Tree, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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... 

Jarrah Jacks - CURRENTLY CLOSED

Jarrah Jacks - CURRENTLY CLOSED, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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. 

Big Brook Dam

Big Brook Dam, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  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... 

The View

The View, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  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. 

Originally Wooden Pegs

Originally Wooden Pegs, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  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. 

The Gloucester Tree

The Gloucester Tree, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  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... 

Hotels  

Best Western Pemberton Hotel

 5 Reviews and 33 Opinions  The worst part about the hotel experience was waking up to find a dead mouse beside the bed. I don’t... 

Karri Valley Resort Pemberton

 2 Reviews and 87 Opinions  We heard all the hype and sadly believed it. Paid for what we thought was a four star suite but it... 

Restaurants  

Cafe Mazz at the Pemberton Hotel: Dine with Mazz

Cafe Mazz at the Pemberton Hotel: Dine with Mazz, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  Cafe Mazz is open for breakfast from 7am to 10am. Breakfast was good. There was a really big selection, good sized meals and prompt service. It was nice to sit alfresco to watch the day begin.Cafe Mazz is open seven days a week with the exception of Christmas Day and Good... 

Crossings Bakery: Cross the Road for these Treats

Crossings Bakery: Cross the Road for these Treats, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  Any good country town has a good bakery and the Crossings Bakery is no exception. Make sure you pop in for fresh cakes, bread, sandwiches, biscuits, tea or coffee.Open from 8.30am to 3.00pm Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Mondays. Vanilla slice, apple strudel and apple &... 

Millhouse Cafe: Dining at the Mill

Millhouse Cafe: Dining at the Mill, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  The Millhouse Cafe was the former recreation centre for the town millworkers. But now, the Millhouse Cafe is open for breakfast or lunch, 7 days a week (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day or Good Friday).Stop by for coffee, home-made cakes, biscuits, muffins and condiments or... 

Shamrock Restaurant: Luck of the Irish Marron

Shamrock Restaurant: Luck of the Irish Marron, Pemberton

 arianne_1504 Says:  The Shamrock was originally a boarding house built in 1911 for the town's mill workers. It was transformed into a restaurant in the late 1970's and is home of WA's Wagyu Beef (Kobe) and renouned for it's Marron and Trout platter. It's good old fashioned homestyle cooking.You... 

Transportation  

Getting There

Getting There, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  Pemberton is 4 hours drive from Perth (343kms). From Bunbury it is around 156kms. From Perth you travel towards Bunbury, turning off onto the South Western Highway to Donnybrook, travelling through Balingup, Bridgetown and Manjimup and then 16kms further south to Pemberton. 

By Bus

By Bus, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  Transwa operates a bus service several times a week from Perth to Pemberton. The journey takes around 8 hours. Buses depart Perth at around 12.20pm and arrive at Pemberton around 8.20pm. Of course there are numerous stops along the way such as Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton,... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Tree Climbing Warning

Tree Climbing Warning, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  Climbing any of the old fire lookout trees is dangerous under certain conditions. In wet or windy weather the pegs can become very slippery. If you have a heart condition, unfit or obviously a fear of heights, don’t even attempt the climb. They recommend that no more than 4... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Who Was Dale Evans

Who Was Dale Evans, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  I have no idea who Dale Evans is but for some reason this tree was named after him. If you cannot make it to the top there is a halfway platform where you can still enjoy some views.Location : Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree, Warren National Park, Pemberton 

Dale Evans Bicentennial Tree

Dale Evans Bicentennial Tree, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  The Bicentennial tree stands at 70 metres high, the second highest of the fire lookout trees. There is a platform half way up the tree for resting and 360 degree viewing or incase you can’t make it any further. Location: Warren National Park 

Jim Fox Walk

Jim Fox Walk, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  The Jim Fox Walk is one of several walks in this area. This walk is designed more for the young or energetic because it is a bit of a challenge. Location: Diamond Tree, South West Hwy, Pemberton 

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Park Passes

Park Passes, Pemberton

 keeweechic Says:  If you are visiting all or any of the parks you would be best to get yourself a Pemberton National Parks pass. Entry is by vehicle not by person. You can purchase your pass at the Pemberton Tourist Centre, Karri Valley Resort, Pemberton Wine Centre or at the Park Entry... 

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 If you're not afraid of heights and it's not wet or windy, you could climb the Gloucester tree. My husband first did it 15 years ago, and you can still do it... 

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Pemberton, Day 2

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 We now arrived in Pemberton, another contrast after Margaret River and the caves we had been in. This is a forestry town with Karri and Jarrah trees, a population of aprox. 950. Interesting enough... 

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Snottygobbles and the Duke of Gloucestor

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 I spent just about every Easter holiday since I was born until into my teenage years in Pemberton. It's a beautiful little town that hasn't really changed much in that time, but makes for a lovely... 

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Pemberton, home of the famous Gloucester Tree

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 We arrived in Pemberton at about 6 pm at the end of Day 3 of our 5 day trip of south western Western Australia. It wasn't our first choice for a stop for the night, but we had spent more time than we... 

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Pemberton and the Southern Forests

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Pemberton. I'd love to share with you the 3 tips I've written, the 17 photos uploaded, and 1 travelogue I've created. 

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Keeweechic's Pemberton

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 Pemberton sits in the southern tip of Western Australia and can be found in the heart of the Karri country. The area was occupied by the local Aboriginal people for more than 40,000 years before being... 

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