Stay and Explore
There an abundance of choice of places to go, things to see and importantly, rides to enjoy!
The Southern Forests region is home to 5 towns, each with their own character and charm. The landscape is constantly changing and makes for a range of adventures for all levels of rider.
Throughout the region are small farm stores and wineries to grab some local produce and all towns have all the services and facilities you need.
Manjimup
Manjimup was first settled by timber cutter Thomas Muir, who took up land near the present town site in 1856. The forest is still at the heart of Manjimup - but there's so much more to see and do.
Manjimup's tourist attractions include the Diamond Tree fire lookout; the Four Aces, which are four 75-metre-tall (246 ft) karri trees over 400 years old; One Tree Bridge, a bridge made of a single karri tree; Fonty's Pool, and the Manjimup Timber Park museum. See southernforestsandvalleys.com
Pemberton
Pemberton is recognised as one of the premier cool-climate wine regions in Australia, and hosts many wineries in the region.
Pemberton is surrounded by karri forest with five national parks within 20 minutes' drive and has plenty of rivers, streams and dams for recreation.
Forest attractions include Big Brook Dam in the Pemberton State Forest, and Beedelup Falls.
Quinninup
The small township of Quinninup is nestled amongst the giant ancient Karri forests of the Southern Forests region.
The forest and bush land surrounding Quinninup offers a unique variety of flora and fauna and rare orchids only found in the forests of the South-West of Western Australia.
Northcliffe
The quiet township of Northcliffe hosts a fascinating pioneer museum showing how the early settlers lived and an art trail exploring the cultural and environmental heritage of the Southern Forests. There’s the local cafes and pubs where you can rub shoulders with some down–to-earth locals while enjoying quality meals.
Walpole
In the charming town, browse artworks by Western Australians, many local, at the Petrichor Gallery, or stop-in for a meal at one of the local cafes. There’s a huge range of accommodation options too, ranging from farm stays and luxury chalets to bed and breakfasts, motels and campgrounds. Further afield, you’ll also find many producers of speciality produce such as honey, marron and herbs, and cellar doors where you can taste fine cool-climate wines. See southernforestsandvalleys.com