BUSHWALKING & PICNICS IN THE HARVEY DISTRICT
WILDFLOWER PICNIC SITE
Honeymoon Road, Harvey
Length 1.4km. Easy walking
A beautiful walk trail. Follow the small white circles marked on
the trunks of trees.
Wildflowers in abundance. Pets allowed.
  
HOFFMAN’S MILL - PICNIC & CAMPSITE
Clarke Road, Harvey
Bridge Trail - Length 3km
Blue markers indicate the route. This begins a short distance from
the information shelter.
Plenty of wildlife.
Formation Trail – Length 650m
An easy walk which follows the railway formation and Harvey River
through the jarrah forrest.
No pets allowed. Picnic and campsite, approximately 13kms east of
Logue Brook Dam Visit the site of this old timber milling town,
which only closed in the The historic town of Yarloop is a gem for
lovers of all things rustic!
LESCHENAULT PENINSULA CONSERVATION PARK
Australind
Belvidere Estuary Walk – Length 4km
Starts at Belvidere carpark and heads east.
Cycling and walking only permitted over large sections of the
park.
Long or short circuits walks. Many species of birds.
Belvidere Interpretive Walk -
Length 1.5km
This walk documents the rich cultural history of Belvidere and is a
perfect place for a picnic or barbeque. The trail provides and
excellent location for birdwatching with a vast array of waterbirds
frequenting the shallows of the Leschenault Estuary.
John Boyle O'Reilly Wetland
Trail - Length 1 km return
Learn more about the plants and animals of this park as you meander
through tuart, peppermint and paperbark trees. At the information
shelter, discover how the Irish convict John Boyle O'Reilly made
his daring escape into the bush here from a ship named the Gazelle
in 1869.
Ridge Trail - Length 9km
The Ridge Trail stretches south 9 kilometres from Belvidere to "The
Cut", a channel joining the Leschenault Estuary and the Indian
Ocean. The path winds through tuart and peppermint woodland along
the coastal dune ridge. Walkers can enjoy panoramic views across
the Leschenault Estuary to the Darling Scarp and across the Indian
Ocean. Along the path you may see kangaroos, lizards and many birds
including Carnaby's black cockatoo, pelicans and the black
shouldered kite. Bunbury's bottlenose dolphins are regular visitors
to water at "The Cut". At the start of the track, western ringtail
and brushtail possums are often seen in the campground at
night.
HERON WALK TRAIL
Located on the east side of the Old Coast Road
adjacent to Buffalo Road. View the weland in the heron haven. There
is an information centre at the start of the walk. Picnic table and
carpark.
LAKE PRESTON
Yalgorup National Park, Myalup
Heathland walk – Length 4.5km
Travel north along the Old Coast Road. Travel 5km down this road
until you reach Lake Hayward.
Start at the Information Bay on Preston Beach Road and head west
along the track signposted as Caves Road. Follow the markers to
complete the circuit walk.
LAKE POLLARD TRAIL
Length 6km
Travel north 1.5km from Lake Hayward to reach Lake Pollard. The
walk starts at the entrance to Martin’s Tank Campground on Preston
Beach Road. Follow the yellow pointers.
HARVEY HERITAGE TRAIL
Harvey Heritage Trail Maps are available from
the Harvey Visitor Centre, South Western Highway, HARVEY.
From the 1830's the Harvey area was known as
"Korijekup" the Aboriginal word meaning "The place of the Red
Tailed Black Cockatoo." Early explorers named the Harvey River and
by the 1890's the Korijekup Estate become known as Harvey Estate.
As the township took shape near the turn of the century,
it became known as Harvey.
1. Replica of Stirling
Cottage
A replica of a cottage built about the
1850's on land owned by Sir James Stirling near Harvey River about
500 metres upstream from this site. The original cottage was lived
in by May Gibbs, creator of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, during
the 1880's . Features of the original cottage were hexoganal
paving blocks fitted together as flooring "pit sawn" Jarrah walls
and a sheok shingled roof all recreated in this replica of
Stirling's Cottage.
2. Internment Camp Shrine:
Classified by the National Trust
The Shrine was built in 1941 by Italian internees held at the
Harvey Interment Camp during WWII. The camp held up to 1000
internees and 200 soldiers. For 50 years the Shrine stood in an
open paddock. In 1992 a chapel was built around the Shrine to
protect it from the elements.
Hut: Each Hut held 30 internees 1940 -
1942.
Prison: The original prison cells for the camp.
3. Masonic Hall: Classified by the
Nation Trust
The rear section was built in 1914 with the front part of the
building with its unusual architecture added in 1934.
4. Snell Park
Mr Alf Snell whose efforts the Harvey Town gardens were first
formed originally gifted Snell Park to the Shire in 1936.
Since then it has grown and changed with each new gardener or town
caretaker. Today it boasts a number of old roses, gazebo,
hundreds of bulbs, 2 arches and brightly coloured garden beds.
Snell park is widely used by the community and is a relaxing
spot to eat your lunch or a family gathering. Toilets
available.
5. C.W.A Room
(Country Women's Association) Built in 1933. Situated in Snells
Park. In the 1950's a group of women would congregate in this small
Room. The club was known as the Virginian's Club.
6. Harvey
House
This brick shop as built in Hayward St
during 1913. Harvey House served the town as tearooms until the
1940's. Since then it has been a Newsagency.
7. Challenge Bank: Classified by the
National Trust
Built in 1938 as the Bank of New South Wales. In more recent years
it has bee modernised becoming the Westpac Bank in 1982 and the
Challange Bank in 1997.
8. Cafe' on
Uduc
Built in 1932 as Feazey's Bakery and became
Campbell's Bakery, later it became the towns tearooms, Part of the
residence has been beautifully restored as a restaurant.
9. Harvey Council Chambers:
Classified by the National Trust.
This Art Deco
style building was added onto the Town Hall in 1935 as the Council
Chambers.
10. Harvey Town Hall: Classified by
the National Trust
The main hall was built in 1914
with money fundrasied by the people of Harvey. Soon afterwards WWII
broke out and the Drill Hall was added in 1915 as a military hall.
The main hall was extended in 1935 with the addition of the present
stage.
11. Church of England
Hall
The timber church of England was built in 1906 on Young Street
north of the Harvey Primary School.
12. Uniting Church
Hall
The timber building was built as the Methodist Church in 1924.
13. War Memorial
Library
Built in 1920 as a War Memorial to the Harvey soldiers killed in
WA.
14. Harvey Grandstand and Entrance
Gates
Constructed in 1936 by J. Johnston. The
grandstand was built for the purpose of viewing the Harvey Trots,
which were first held under electric lights the same year.
15. Roman Catholic
Church
Built in 1932 and used as a church until a
new (Our Lady of the Immigrants) Roman Catholic Church was built in
1972. The old church is still in its original condition with timber
floor and dado.
16. R.S.L. Hall
Built in 1938 showing a differenet type of architecture for that
era at the front of the building. The interior is still in its
original condition with timber floor and dado.
17. Harvey Primary
School
The small timber building on the east end of the long brick block
was built in 1901. The first red brick was added on in 1909, with
further additions of a brick classroom and teacher's room in
1927, and another classrom in 1934. The old school served Harvey as
classrooms for generations. It is now Pre-School centre.
18. Railway
Station
The railway line from Perth to Bunbury was
completed in 1893 and soon afterwards the Railway Station was
built. In 1936 the Railway Station was extended and the building
improved with the addition of rustic weatherboards to the exterior
and the roof tiled. For many years tge Railway Station was the
central point of activity for the district. By 1987, with the
introduction of the modern "Australind" train, the Railway Station
was no longer needed and closed. The Station now housed the Harvey
Museum and is the only Railway Station remaining in the Shire of
Harvey. The Museum is open to the public on the 1st, 3rd and 5th
Sunday of Every month, 2pm - 4pm. Ph: 9729 1685
19. The Old Post
Office
Now the S.E.S. building, built in 1923 and
used as the Post Office until 1957.
20. Harvey Hotel
First known as the Korijekup Hotel, the business was established
during 1898 in a timber building. A brick Korijekup Hotel was built
about 1907, after the second story was added (about 1915) it became
known as the Harvey Hotel.
21. Harvey River
Diversion
1930 - 1935 (20km). A Goverment Scheme during the depression
employed 2,500 men to dig the diversion to divert water directly to
the sea as the old Harvey River flooded over land as it wound its
way to its natural outlet in the esturary near Mandurah. The clay
section of the Diversion (frist 10km) was dug by a coal fired drag
line. The second section (second 10kms) was dug by hand. 2,500 men
used shovels, wheelbarrows and horse and carts removed the sand to
form the man made river.
22. Commemorative
Plaques
a) In memory of thousands of men who worked on the Harvey River
Diversion.
b) A plaque commemoration Sir James Stirling who explored and took
possession of land in the locality of Harvey in 1837.
HARVEY TOURIST PRECINCT
RIVER WALK
This is an easy scenic walk that follows
the Harvey River and is surrounded by the Heritage
Gardens. The walk starts to the left-hand side of the Harvey
Visitor Centre and continues past Stirling's Cottage. After
this, turn left and go past the water fountain towards the start of
the river path. Follow the path around the river and if
you wish to stop, there is a set of limestone steps to the
right where a grassed area and picnic tables are
located. Continue along the path until you see Lockwood
Falls and the gazebo to the left. From there, you can either
go over the foot bridge and under the highway towards town or just
continue straight back towards the carpark.
AUSTRALIND HERITAGE
TRAIL
1.
Henton Cottage
Built in 1841 by William
Dacres Williams as the “Prince of Wales” Hotel.
The original two rooms came from England as a prefabricated
building.
2.
St Nicholas Church
Built by James Narroway circa 1840’s as a
residence and was then converted to a Congregational Chapel prior
to 1860’s and dedicated to the Church of England in
1915.
3.
Upton House
Built in
1844/5 for Mrs. Elizabeth Fry. The original
building bricks are believed to have been cargo or ballast on the
‘Trusty” during her second voyage to Australind in 1844. (Private
residence-not open to the public).
4.
Memorial
Seat
Situated on
the site of the landing of the first settlers. A
plaque showing the original town plan and memorial to early
pioneers and ships.
5.
Pioneer Park
First planted circa 1843 by
Lucy, Rachel and Caroline Clifton. Two of the
three original peppermint trees still stand as well as s a fig tree
brought from Tenerife Island in
1841.
6.Cathedral
Avenue- Scenic Drive –
3.4km
This is the original Old
Coast Road. Although the road has been altered
in parts, the paperbark trees can still be seen arching over the
road in a cathedral-like manner.
7.
John Boyle O’Reilly- Buffalo Road-
11.6km
A granite monument to John
O’Reilly, Irishman, Soldier, Convict, Poet, Author, Lecturer-
escaped from this area to the USA and later assisted six Fenian
political prisoners in their escape from Fremantle Prison aboard
the “Catalpa”.
8.
Australind Cemetery- Old Coast Road-
2.2km
Situated on the crest of a
limestone hill, the first burial took place on the 13 March 1842,
that of Dr Anthony French Carpenter, Medical Officer on board the
Barque “Parkfield”.
OTHER HISTORICAL
PLAQUES
9.
Benjamin and James Piggott- near Shire
Office Early pioneers.
10.
Australind State School- 1.4km
Cathedral/Scenic Drive.
11.
Parkfield School- 10km-
Buffalo Road. Just past the stand of
trees.
YARLOOP HERITAGE TRAIL
Stroll along this 2.5km walk through the town
centre and discover the true heritage of Yarloop. Highlights
include the Yarloop Workshops Museum and Replica Store, Timber Mill
Cottages, St. Joseph’s Church, Yarloop Hospital, War Memorial,
“Happy Valley” Single Men’s Quarters and All Saints Church.
Guidebooks are available from the Yarloop Workshops.
BRUNSWICK RIVER WALK
Distance: 4km
Average Time: 45 mins
Take an enjoyable walk beginning from Pioneer Park and follow the
winding Brunswick River situated on the outskirts of town. A gravel
path guides the way, with interpretive information and seating
provided. Rejoin the town's dual use pathway network and pass by
many well-known tourist icons including the Brunswick Oval, Dairy
Factory and famous Brunswick Cow. This walk is suitable to most
ages and abilities although the river section may need to be
avoided by those with mobility problems.
To view a map of this walk please click here.
BRUNSWICK HILLVIEW WALK
Distance: 4.2km
Average Time: 50 mins
The Brunswick Lesser Hall is the start and finish point for this
"around-town" walk. The walk incorporates most of the town's
pathways but also includes several other surfaces including a short
stretch of gravel. Walkers will be able to get a real feel for the
town as they make their way through many residential streets often
encountering a friendly "hello" or similar greeting from locals.
This enjoyable walk provides a snapshot of Brunswick's diversity
including scenic hills to the east and the Brunswick Channel and
Community Park.
To view a map of this walk please click here.
Beela Road Walk - Brunswick
Distance: 5.3km
Average Time: 1 hour
Begining from Lions Park, home of the "most photographed cow in
Australia", this walk is quite challenging as it traverses the
rolling hills to the east of Brunswick. An "out and back" walk set
totally on Beela Road, walkers can challenge themselves by
increasing the distance each time they set out. If desired, certain
sections of the walk can incorporate gravel roads alongside the
railway line however these can be quite wet and muddy during
winter. Beela Road is a spectacularly scenic walk, especially
during winter and spring.
To view a map of this walk please click here
Fresian Frollick - Harvey
Distance: 3.8km
Average Time: 40 mins
The "Fresian" Frollick is named after a common breed of dairy
cattle and the black and white cows can ofter be seen grazing in
the paddocks bordering this walk. Starting at the Harvey Town Hall,
Fresian Frollick winds its way out of town, passing the local
Community Radio Station and Harvey Primary School before moving
into an area of lush irrigated paddocks and citrus orchards. Much
of the walk utilises the road surface or verge, but closer to town
dual use pathways are available. An excellent walk to experience
the rural and residential diversity that Harvey has to offer.
To view a map of this walk please click here
Simmental Stroll - Harvey
Distance: 4.1km
Average Time: 45 mins
Beginning and ending at the Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre,
Simmental Stroll is an enjoyable and user friendly walk for all
ages. Taking in the sights of Harvey's main street including the
historic Library Building, Town Hall and Street Murals before
moving on to farming areas on the outskirts of town, Simmental
Stroll passes both of the town's Primary Schools, Shire Council
Offices and CBD.This walk is mostly on dual use paths suitable for
people in wheelchairs, on gophers or pushing prams.
To view a map of this walk please click here
Harvey Visitor Centre Walk - Harvey
Distance: 4.4km
Average Time: 50 mins
Starting from the Harvey Visitor Centre on South-West Highway, this
is an interesting and enjoyable walk on a variety of walking paths
and surfaces. Walkers pass by many local attractions including the
Harvey River and "man-made" River Diversion, street murals, Harvey
Railway Station Museum and historic Harvey Hotel. Much of the walk
occurs on concrete pathways but some road verge and limestone paths
are encountered. Walkers with mobility difficulties may find the
first sections (unsealed) of the walk slightly challenging, but
there is the option of starting on the western side of the highway
in the carpark before the bridge.
To view a map of this walk please click here.
DICK LOFTHOUSE ROTARY WALK / Harvey Dam & Amphitheatre
Walk
Distance: 1.9km
Average Time: 25 mins
Enjoy the breathtaking views and majestic surrounds associated with
the $275 million Harvey Dam & Amphitheatre development.
Although relatively short in distance, this walk is quite
physically taxing and is not suitable to those with mobility
difficulties. The walk begins and ends from the Amphitheatre
facility and involves climbing a number of metal steps to the top
of the dam wall and a steep decline upon re-entry to the park area.
The world class venue includes a children's playground, toilets and
access to free gas BBQ's. In the early 1980's, a group of Rotarians
from harvey led by Dick Lofthouse decided to create a bush walk
within the precincts of the Harvey Dam. This walkway was maintained
for many years by Dick until it was absorbed into the new
Harvey dam development. In recognition of the foresight and work of
Dick and other Rotarians a new walkway has been constructed. The
'Dick Lofthouse Rotary Walk' acknowledges the enormous contribution
made to the Harvey community. Enjoy the natural bushland and
dam along the walk.
To view a map of this walk please click here.
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