Local Attractions

Glauder's Cottage is just 10 minutes from the Pemberton town centre, which includes an array of local shops such as an IGA (supermarket), post office, bottleshop, the historic Pemberton Pub, a general store, a petrol station and a town bakery. 

Please visit below to explore more of the wonderful attractions unique to this area.

  • People walking on a wooded trail surrounded by tall trees and dense greenery.

    Walks

    Why not take a stroll through the landscape gardens around the cottage. You're welcome to sample any of the fruit in season. A longer two hour walk along the banks of the picturesque Lefroy and Warren Rivers is worth while. Follow the animal tracks in the steeper sections. Other walks popular with our guests, such as the Bibbulmun Track, are detailed in your arrival package.

  • A dinner setting with a plate of gourmet food, including greens and a piece of fish or chicken, on a dark sauce. Surrounding the plate are glasses of white wine, water, and other beverages, along with slices of bread in a basket, all on a wooden table in a dimly lit restaurant.

    Restaurants

    There are variety of restaurants wineries and cafes are available around Pemberton. Information is provided in your arrival package.

    For a comprehensive online guide please visit the Pemberton Visitors Centre’s Wine and Dine Guide.

  • Two mountain bikers riding on a dirt trail through a forest, navigating a wooden ramp or bridge.

    Mountain Biking

    if you are a keen mountain bike rider, visit the Pemberton Mountain Bike Park. For a full list of trails, that ranging from easy to moderate and difficult, please visit the Mountain Bike Park Trail page of the Pemberton Visitors Centre.

  • A boy wearing a baseball cap overlooks a rocky coastal formation with natural arches by the ocean.

    Windy Harbour Day Trip

    For a longer scenic drive (most of the day) visit Windy Harbour with changing scenery all the way. Check out the local settlement (no shops) or take a walk along the beach. Make sure you leave enough time to take a short drive out to point D’Entrecasteaux where you will find the tourist aboriginal interpretive walk. This walk describes the local flora and fauna and aboriginal practices such as seasonal cultural burnings. This walk takes you out to the especially constructive platform where are you can take in the spectacular views of the southern ocean and the rugged and majestic cliffs below. Well worth doing.

  • View of a tall tree with a spiral staircase wrapping around it and a metal platform at the top, taken from ground level looking up against a blue sky.

    Tree Climbing

    Pemberton is home to two wonderful trees to climb, the Gloucester and Bicentennial trees.

    The Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree (65 metre climb) is the tallest of two fire lookout trees that are open to the public in the Pemberton area.

    You can also climb 53 metres to reach the lookout structure of the Gloucester Tree, which affords spectacular views over the surrounding karri forest and farmland.

  • A boat named 'Dromedary River Cruises' on calm water with trees in the background.

    Donnelly River Cruises

    Operating daily, with bus pick-ups also available from Pemberton and Manjimup, Donnelly River Cruises conducts a river cruise of the lower twelve-kilometre section of the Donnelly River, within the confines of the D’Entrecasteaux National Park, in the South West of Western Australia. The cruise area, including the beach landing, encompasses an area that is not accessible by 4-wheel drive and is only accessible by boat.

  • A red open-air train with passengers is traveling on a bridge over a river surrounded by green trees.

    Pemberton Scenic Railway

    The two hour journey takes passengers through the towering forest in the heart of the national park. The native flora and fauna paint a colourful backdrop for a relaxing afternoon with a short local history lesson thrown in. Children seem to enjoy this activity. Visit The Pemberton Scenic Railway website for more details.

  • A calm lake with a forested shoreline in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

    Big Brook Dam

    There is a sandy beach area at Big Brook Dam, which is great for swimming. The area also has picnic tables and toilets.

    There is also a sealed 4km walk trail called Big Brook Dam Walk Track that follows the shores of the dam allowing stroller and wheelchair access, and is also ideal for cycling.

  • A lakeside cabin with a gray metal roof and screened porch, surrounded by tall green trees, with two people in a yellow kayak on the water.

    Karri Valley Resort & Chocolate Factory

    Scenic drive to Karri Valley Resort is through some of the prettiest mature Karri forest around Pemberton. There is a restaurant overlooking the lake (bookings recommended). If you're after a big sugar hit stop at the Southern Forests Chocolate Factory on the way.

  • A wide sandy beach with dunes and sparse vegetation under a blue sky.

    Yeagarup Sand Dunes

    For something a bit different, but very interesting, visit the Yeagarup Sand Dunes there in the D’Entrecasteaux National Park. You can take a guided tour, leaving from Pemberton, which takes you to the beach at the mouth of the wine river or do it yourself for an unforgettable four-wheel-drive experience.

  • A scenic view of a flowing river surrounded by green trees and bushes.

    The Cascades

    The Cascade Waterfalls are a short distance upstream in the Lefroy Brook from the cottage - either a short 10 minute drive away or 1 to 2 hour walk along the Bibbulmun Track. See your arrival package for more information.

  • A flowing river with rocks and trees along the banks in a forested area.

    Rapids at Moons Crossing

    Take a short scenic drive (Gravel Road) to Moons Crossing upstream on the Warren River. A pretty spot with rapids and a nice spot for a picnic.