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This moderately difficult 1.9 kilometre trail takes you up to the top of the Harvey dam, across the dam wall and down the other side. Enjoy amazing views over the dam and out across the farmland to the west, all the way to the coast. In spring the wildflowers in the native gardens are spectacular.
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Learn moreThe 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.
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Up to 1 hour
1.9km loop
Road 2WD
Harvey Dam carpark, 140km (1 hour 40 mins) south of Perth. 3 km east of Harvey on Weir Road.
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).
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
Take care with children near the metal steps going up the dam wall.
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.
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