Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Whether you know it as Parks & Wildlife, DPAW or CALM it is still the same hard working department who keeps our national forests, parks and attractions looking as spick and span as they do. The website has up-to-date warnings, information on prescribed burns and online bookings for camping areas. They also have educational activities…
Read MoreKing Jarrah Tree
The majestic Jarrah tree can be found along King Tree Road (unsealed), south of Wellington Dam. A boardwalk and viewing platform offer a chance to view in safety one of the areas largest Jarrah trees said to be three to five hundred years old. Please stay on boardwalk at all times.
Read MoreHoneymoon Pool
HONEYMOON POOL in the Wellington National Park is one of the best known swimming and camping spots in WA, having repeatedly been voted amongst Australia’s finest. Situated a couple of hours south of Perth, Honeymoon Pool makes a great weekend or midweek getaway. Twenty shady campsites are nestled amongst the weeping peppermint trees on the banks…
Read MoreStones Brook
A short walk from Honeymoon Pool is the Stones Brook camping area. Most of the 17 tent campsites here offer a more secluded camping experience, with more space between many of tent sites. Stones Brook is a fire-free campground all year round, however, campers can use the undercover campers’ kitchen with free gas barbecues, gas…
Read MoreGelcoat
Along the creek from Stones Brook is the Gelcoat campsite. This is designed for lightweight camping and has no designated bays. Campers park their vehicles at a central location rather than at their campsite. Gelcoat is on the riverbank where swimming and fishing are popular pastimes. The area has wood barbecues, toilets and picnic tables.…
Read MorePotter’s Gorge
Situated on the shores of Wellington Dam, in a shady forest setting, is Potters Gorge with good views across the back waters of the Dam. The campground has been upgraded to accommodate large vehicles, caravans, tents and camper trailers. Potter’s Gorge has 60 camp sites. Bookings must be made prior to arrival via Explore Parks. Map…
Read MoreMount Lennard Mountain Bike Trails
Mt Lennard, located south west of Wellington National Park off Pile Road, has over 40km of mountain bike trails for riders of all levels. The trails weave through the mature Jarrah forest and provide spectacular views of the lower Collie River Valley. Trails include: Lennard Half Circuit – 6km and suitable for families Butcher –…
Read MoreBibbulmun Track
This world famous walking track, stretching 1000km from Kalamunda to Albany meanders through the scenic Shire of Collie. The track is a dedicated walking track and campsites and huts can be found along the way. The Track is marked with yellow triangular markers symbolising the Waugal- the rainbow serpent of the Aboriginal Dreamtime. You can…
Read MoreWellington Forest Cottages
Nestled amongst jarrah forest in the Wellington National Park, the Ferguson Valley is one of the most beautiful regions in Western Australia. Wellington Forest Cottages and Conference Centre is a peaceful retreat just minutes from a myriad of tourist attractions. There are eight cottages for hire, and each cottage sleeps eight people. Each is fully…
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