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Pemberton

Pemberton

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Pemberton

Majestic forests, exemplary wines and scrumptious farm gate produce make this a must-see stopover on a Western Australian culinary odyssey. Pemberton’s timber heritage is evident through the quaint streetscapes that remain intact from the town’s settlement days and the myriad timber artisan products for sale throughout the shops. The town is considered so well preserved that it was chosen as the setting for the Australian film adaption of Jasper Jones, set in a fictional regional WA town in the 1960s.

Recreational activities in the national parks that surround the town site are popular with guests and locals. Canoeing, fishing, swimming, bushwalking and mountain biking are popular pastimes. The Pemberton Mountain Bike Park offers trails for beginners to experts, while the Bibbulmun Track winds past the town and through some of the most enchanting stretches of karri forest.

Forests and wildflowers

Some of the region’s oldest karri forests are located around Pemberton, with some trees believed to be over 80 metres tall, and more than 300 years old. The town of Pemberton adjoins the Gloucester National Park, with the giant karris once used as fire lookouts in the 1930s. Nearby, the undulating one way trails of Heartbreak and Maidenbush follow the Warren River, sometimes meandering at water level or high above it. Several pullovers, lookouts and campgrounds offer scenic picnic spots along the trail.

Each year, the district bursts into dazzling colour with the onset of the wildflower season in spring, lending a magical charm to the area.

Wine and produce

The Pemberton area produces excellent quality wines. Growing conditions are ideal for pinot noir and chardonnay grapes and suit the production of refined Bordeaux-style wines. Other grape varieties grown in the Pemberton Wine Region are sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, Semillon and shiraz. It’s been noted that Pemberton is one of the few regions within Australia that offers fantastic potential for merlot.

Pemberton is in the Southern Forests and Valleys.

Where to stay

Take a look at these places to stay when planning your next visit to Australia’s South West.

Forest Lodge Resort Pemberton

A historic lodge with wine lounge, restaurant and accommodation.

Northcliffe Holiday Park

A picturesque Holiday Park surrounded by the natural beauty of the Southern Forests.

Jaspers Pemberton

Whisky, bourbon and gourmet food in Pemberton, with luxury studio cabins too.

Ampersand Estates

Stay 3 nights and pay 2 at Ampersand Estates and winery, in the heart of the Karri Forests.

RAC Karri Valley Resort

Positioned on the edge of Lake Beedelup in Pemberton, relax and unwind in nature.

Treenbrook Cottages

Cottages in Pemberton with the Karri forest right at the doorstep.

Things to Do

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D'Entrecasteaux National Park

Explore huge mobile sand dunes, volcanic rock columns by the sea, freshwater lakes...

D’Entrecasteaux National Park

Explore huge mobile sand dunes, volcanic rock columns by the sea, freshwater lakes and wildflowers.

Beedelup Falls

Hang on tight and walk along the swing bridge to see the falls...

Beedelup Falls

Hang on tight and walk along the swing bridge to see the falls gushing below.

Southern Forests Experiences

Experience vine to wine exclusive experiences in South West WA

Southern Forests Experiences

Experience vine to wine exclusive experiences in South West WA

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

RAC Karri Valley Triathlon

22 - 23 March 2025
Take in the beauty of Pemberton and surrounds during this unique racing experience.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Munda Biddi Adventure Cycling Series: Southern Forest Explorer

25 - 27 April 2025
Adventure through stunning forests.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Festival of Country Gardens Autumn 2025

01 May 2025

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

2025 Pinot Picnic

02 - 04 May 2025
Celebrating Pinot and local produce in the idyllic setting of WA’s Southern Forests.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Blooming Wild Festival

19 September 2025 - 16 November 2025
Celebrate the diversity and spectacular beauty of the Southern Forests & Valleys.

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