Dick Lofthouse Rotary Walk, Harvey
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The 1.9km walk starts at the car park in the picnic area below the Harvey Dam. Climbing up to the top of the dam, across the dam wall and down the other side to where you started. Not suitable for young children or people with mobility issues.
In the 1980s a group of Harvey Rotarians, led by Mr Dick Lofthouse created a bush walk near the Harvey Dam. Dick maintained the original trail until it became part of the new Harvey Dam development. In recognition of the work and foresight of Dick and fellow Rotarians, a new walk was created including the beautiful timber boardwalk across Gibbs Pool.
The trail is easily located at the end of the carpark, below the toilets in the Harvey Dam picnic area. The first section including the boardwalk is suitable for people in wheel chairs, using mobility aids and prams.
The native gardens in the picnic area are immaculately maintained and quite spectacular in spring when the wildflowers fill the area with colourful blooms.
Shire of Harvey
(08) 9729 0300
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- www.harveyregion.com.au
- 102 Uduc Road, Harvey WA 6220
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Time / Duration
Up to 1 hour
Length
1.9km loop
Trail Access
Road 2WD
Trail Start
Harvey Dam carpark, 140km (1 hour 40 mins) south of Perth. 3 km east of Harvey on Weir Road.
Trail End
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).
Additional information
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment, and weather conditions.
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Daypack with comfortable shoulder straps
Hazards & Warnings
Take care with children near the metal steps going up the dam wall.
Facilities
The picnic area and the section of the trail up to the stairs at the dam wall are accessible for people using a wheelchair or mobility aid.
- BBQ Facilities
- Car Park
- Child Activities
- Lookouts
- All accessible parking
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- All accessible toilet facilities
- View Platform
Weather
Today May 13, 6:26pm
18°C
Feels like 19°C
Max 23°C
Min 13°C
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