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Denmark River Paddle Trail

Trail difficulty
  • Length 9km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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The Denmark River Paddle Trail is an 9km return paddle from the Denmark River mouth exploring the tranquil banks of the Denmark river lined with karri trees and paperbarks to the dam wall 4.5km upstream.

The Denmark River has an abundance of wildlife and birds that inhabits the river environment including pelicans, ducks and waterfowl.

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Time / Duration

1-3 hours

Length

9km return

Trail Access

Access is via Rivermouth Boat Ramp, right in the town of Denmark

Trail Start

Denmark Rivermouth, at Smith Brothers Park, Denmark

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Trail End

Denmark Rivermouth, at Smith Brothers Park, Denmark

When to go

All year round but July - September for Wildflowers

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Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Car Park
  • Dog Friendly
  • All accessible parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • All accessible toilet facilities
  • Water Access Points

Today Apr 22, 10:59pm

10°C

Feels like 8°C

Max 21°

Min 7°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 2.47km/h NW

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1 trail goers have rated this trail as 4 out of 5!

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Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 2 Jun 2022, 7:27pm

I love the Denmark River, one of my favourites in the region.

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