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Carey Brook Walk Trail, Hawke NP

Bibulmun Noongar Country

Carey Brook Walk Trail is a 5 kilometre return trail within the Hawke National Park and takes you to the mysterious Goblin Swamp.  

Trail difficulty
Trail difficulty
  • Length 5km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Return
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The Carey Brook Walk Trail meanders along the Carey Brook through a forest of peppermint trees to Goblin Swamp - a swamp which earned its name from it knotted roots and bulbous trunks of the gnarled paperbark trees.

After losing their viewing deck to a fire in early 2022, the Goblins are making plans to rebuild it. Goblins are shy and sensitive creatures, please view Goblin Swamp from the path and don't venture into it.......they may become upset if disturbed.

The trail starts from Grasstree Hollow Campground and runs past Snotty Gobble Loop Campground. The campsites here are tucked in to the peppermint, jarrah and marri forest and are a great places to base yourself to explore the surrounding area. You can join the trail at Snotty Gobble Loop or from Goblins carpark - all located along Boat Landing Road.

The crystal clear Carey Brook provides great opportunities for birdwatching. 

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Time / Duration

Allow 2 hours

Length

5 kilometre return

Fees

Entry to Hawke National Park is free

Trail Access

A 20 minutes drive from Pemberton, A 3 hour drive from Perth

Trail Start

The trails starts at Grasstree Hollow Campground off Boat Landing Road.

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Trail End

The trail ends at the mysterious Goblin Swamp.

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When to go

April to October

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Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

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Prohibited items

No pets allowed

Facilities

  • Camping
  • Car Park
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area

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