10 Mile Brook Trail, Margaret River
Overview
10 Mile Brook Trail is a pleasant walk or cycle out to 10 Mile Brook Dam, named after the tiny brook that was dammed in the mid-1990s to create a new supply of water for the quickly growing Margaret River and other townships.
Walk trail
Photo Credit: Parks and Wildlife
About the Trail
The 10 Mile Brook Trail starts in the Rotary Park near "Old Kate", a preserved steam engine at the northern edge of Margaret River. Much of the trail follows old timber tramway formations up the river to the Rusden picnic site at 10 Mile Brook Dam.
The 15 kilometre return trail is a combination of compacted earth and coarse gravel suitable for bikes.
A bridge over the weir allows safer access across when the river is in full flow. When you arrive at the bridge you can return to the picnic ground along this path if you choose.
The rest of this trail follows the meandering river with some wonderfull views and scenery along the way.
Need to Know
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Time
Up to 4 hours depending if you walk or cycle -
Distance
15km return Length is 15km. -
Trail Start
Rotary Park, Margaret River which is 267km (3.5 hours) south of Perth -
Trail End
10 Mile Brook Dam -
Degree of Difficulty
Easy - Suits majority of fitness and experience levels.
Bush Walk: Grade 2 - No bushwalking experience required. The track is a hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km. Suitable for families with young children. -
What to Pack?
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.
- Full large water bottle per person.
- Sturdy shoes
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
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Best Time of the Year
Mid March to October -
Facilities
Facilities are available at starting point in town, as well as at the Rusden Picnic Area at the 10 Mile Brook Dam.
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Prohibited Items
No pets; No fires -
Access to the Trail
Road or bus to Margaret River from Perth (267 km) -
Trail Contact
Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Parks and Wildlife Service
Telephone: 08 9840 0400
Web: http://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exploreparkswa
Twitter: @exploreparkswa
Destinations
Margaret River
Margaret River and its premium wine region is the place for indulging many passions. It's the only wine region in Australia where you can hop from award-winning wineries and restaurants to stunning beaches, tall-timber forests, world-class surf breaks and ancient caves. From Perth, it's an easy 3-hour-and-20-minute drive via coast or country. Budget travellers can catch the coach that departs daily. Or, you can opt to arrive in style, taking a direct charter flight to nearby Busselton. Blessed with mild weather and abundant sunshine, Margaret River has evolved from a chilled-out surfie town into a popular base for enjoying the region's fine flavours and spectacular scenery, where rolling vineyards sit against a backdrop of ocean and forest. Producing over 15 per cent of Australia's premium wine, the tastings are top notch. And besides over 100 wineries, you'll be spoilt for choice with many fine restaurants, boutique breweries, art galleries and fresh produce, from divine cheeses to chocolate. Time your visit to coincide with the annual wine and food festivals and you'll get to savour many of these flavours in one hit. Those with a taste for adventure will find plenty to indulge in too. Known internationally as one of the best big-wave surfing locations on Earth for consistently spectacular breaks, there are over 40 top spots along Margaret River's coast, with conditions ranging from powerful reef breaks to fun beach surf. Venture inland and you'll be dwarfed by some of the world's tallest hardwood trees, and awe-struck by the longest straw stalactite on show when you plunge into Jewel Cave - one of many ancient limestone caves open to the public. More thrills can be found with rock climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, canoeing and whale watching tours. You might even be tempted to throw in a line and chase some snapper at one of the designated fishing spots. Your bed for the night can be as opulent or basic as your budget allows. The region boasts a fine array of luxury retreats and private beach houses, through to hotels, motels, backpackers, caravan parks and camping grounds.
Margaret River
Visitor Centres
Margaret River Visitor Centre
100 Bussell Highway, Margaret River Western Australia 6285, Australia
Phone: (08) 9780 5911
| www.margaretriver.com
The Margaret River Visitor Centre is headquarters for the Augusta Margaret River Tourism Association, winner of the 2008 Australian Tourism Award for Visitor Information and Services. Located in one of the world’s most exciting tourism destinations the visitor centre provides extensive information and a booking service. It’s also home to the award-winning Wine Tourism Showroom where you can start a journey of discovery of Margaret River wines. The showroom is recognised as being amongst the best of its kind with extensive displays and information on the region’s wine industry and regular wine tastings. On your visit don’t forget to book a tour to the breathtakingly beautiful Lake, Jewel and Mammoth Caves and the striking Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, mainland Australia’s tallest lighthouse and the dramatic meeting point of the Southern and Indian Oceans. The Margaret River Visitor Centre is open every day 9am to 5pm, except Christmas Day when they are closed.
Margaret River Visitor Centre
