Karri Walk Trail, Denmark

Overview

An easy short walk starting from Annie Harrison Park in the Denmark town, and meandering though karri and paperbark forest to the Old Post Office building at the Denmark river mouth.  Forest views, good birdlife and wildflowers.  Links to the Mokare Heritage Trail, the Munda Biddi Trail and the Wilson Inlet Heritage Trail at the heritage railway bridge.

The Karri Walk Trail, Denmark, WA

The Karri Walk Trail, near the Denmark Rivermouth.

Photo Credit: Helen Heydenrych

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About the Trail

The Karri Walk Trail is an easy bush walk departing from the Annie Harrison Park on Barnett Street in Denmark town, and passing through scenic karri and paperbark forest,  with some townscape views as it skirts the Denmark Recreation Centre grounds. 

The walk provides a gentle experience of the height and beauty of the karri forest, filled with bird calls and shady coolness under the green canopy.  The walk ends at the Denmark heritage railway bridge, where an interpretative information shelter gives an insight into the history of Denmark, and picnic and BBQ facilities are available for public use, in a beautiful setting adjacent to the Denmark River. 

Further recreational activities and public toilets can be accessed at the Denmark Rivermouth Caravan Park, near the end point of the walk.

Need to Know

  • Time

    Up to 1 hour, but can be extended by returning to town along the Mokare Heritage Trail, or continuing walking along the Wilson Inlet Heritage Trail.

  • Distance

    3km return Length is 1.5km.

  • Trail Start

    Annie Harrison Park, Barnett Street, Denmark

  • Trail End

    Hollings Road, heritage railway bridge, Denmark river mouth

  • 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?

    Binoculars for birdwatching

    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)

  • Best Time of the Year

    All year round

  • Facilities

    BBQ, playground and toilet facilities near the start and end of the trail, in Berridge Park and at the Denmark Rivermouth Caravan Park.

    • BBQ Facilities
    • Cafe
    • Camping
    • Car Park
    • Child Activities
    • Coach Parking
    • Dog Friendly
    • Interpretive Centre
    • Kiosk
    • Parking for Disabled
    • Picnic Area
    • Public Telephone
    • Public Toilet
    • Shaded Area
    • Sheltered Area
    • Shop
    • Toilet Facilities for Disabled
    • Water Access Points

  • Hazards & Warnings

    Beware of snakes, especially in December - April.

  • Access to the Trail

    Road or bus to Denmark

  • Trail Contact

    Shire of Denmark
    Telephone: (08) 98480300
    Email: enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au
    Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shireofdenmark