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Harris Dam Walk, Collie
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This is one of many day walks possible on the Bibbulmun Track, which stretches 1000km from Kalamunda on the outskirts of Perth, to the historic town of Albany on the south coast.
This day walk starts from Lake Ballingall and Harris Dam. You can walk across the dam wall to view the overflow during winter, and then walk through the parks and gardens to the picnic area. From the dam the Track enters mixed forest of jarrah and marri, with an understorey of many flowering shrubs and orchids. It takes around an hour to reach the Harris Dam Campsite, the perfect spot for lunch.
If staying overnight, the shelter sleeps up to 12 - but always take a tent in case its full. Groups of 8 or more should register with the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to prevent overcrowding.
The Bibbulmun Track offers a wide range of experiences, from a gentle stroll to enjoy the peace and beauty of the natural environment, to an epic eight week adventure camping out at the 49 campsites and enjoying the hospitality of nine communities along the way. Those that walk every step of the way can be registered as end-to-enders.
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Time / Duration
4 hours return
Length
7.4km return
Fees
No fees apply
Trail Access
Road 2WD
Trail Start
Harris Dam, 192 km (2 hours and 15 minutes) South of Perth. 15 minutes from Collie
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).
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Insect repellent
- Plenty of drinking water (as a minimum carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking, per person).
- PLB or satellite phone
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment and weather conditions.
- Map/ Compass, do not rely on your phone in remote locations.
- Snacks/ Meals to keep your energy levels up on longer walks
- Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
- Rubbish bag to remove all your rubbish
- Reference material such as wildflower wildlife guides.
- Whistle (for emergencies, six short blasts per minute)
- Small trowel for toilet emergencies, and a few sheets of toilet paper in a small waterproof bag.
- Personal first aid kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
- Torch/ Headlamp
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
Prohibited items
No pets
Facilities
The picnic site at the base of the dam wall has barbecues, tables and toilets. There's a toilet and water tank at Harris Dam campsite. Please take your own water and leave the tank water for long distance walkers.
- BBQ Facilities
- Camping
- Car Park
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Water Access Points
Weather
Today May 13, 8:11am
15°C
Broken Clouds
Feels like 14°C
Max 23°C
Min 13°C
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Harris Dam
The Harris Dam is surrounded by beautiful forest land
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Harris Dam Campsite
Up to 12 people are able to sleep in the Harris Dam Campsite shelter.
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Motorbike frog (Litoria moorei)
These frogs breed from early spring through to late summer. The male's mating call sounds like a motorbike changing gear. Their diet consists mainly of arthropods, but also includes smaller frogs, including juveniles of the same species.
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