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Please Note: Part of the original walk trail loop is currently closed to the public due to Talison Lithium Expansion Project, this trail listing shows the current route that is now open. 

Mining Heritage Walk, Greenbushes

Trail difficulty
Easy
Trail difficulty

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).

  • Length 3.2km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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The Greenbushes township was named after the bright green bushes that contrast with the grey eucalyptus trees. Greenbushes abounds in natural and pioneering heritage, with many features of interest scattered throughout the forest surrounds of the township.

As shown on the downloadable map image, starting from the Heritage Park, opposite the Greenbushes Discovery Centre, there are two parts to this trail:

  1. Take the route shown in blue (1.1km return) to the Mine lookout overlooking the Talison Minerals Cornwall Pit. The lookout gives a birds-eye-view of the Greenbushes lithium operations.
  2. Take the route shown in red (2.1km return) to explore the history of tin mining in Greenbushes. The trail takes you through the forest with opportunity to view old mine shafts used from the 1900's to the 1940's. Miners used a variety of winch mechanisms and buckets to haul ore from as deep as 10 metres below the surface cap rock. Walkers will gain insights into old mining tunnels, hand-dug shafts and trenches. The trail is marked by a triangular badge featuring a miner's safety hard hat and crossed pick and shovel. 

The original route for this trail is partially closed due to the expansion of Greenbushes Talison Mine and will remain closed until further notice. For your safety DO NOT enter any closed trail section.

Shire of Bridgetown Greenbushes

(08) 9761 0800

Greenbushes Discovery Centre

(08) 9764 3883

Bridgetown-Greenbushes Visitor Centre

(08) 9761 1740

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Time / Duration

Approx. 1 hour

Length

3.2km

Trail Access

Drive or bus to Greenbushes, 240km from Perth

Trail Start

Opposite the Greenbushes Discovery Centre at the Heritage Park on Blackwood Road, Greenbushes. 250km (3 hours) South of Perth

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Trail End

Return to the Heritage Park

When to go

August to November

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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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Hazards & Warnings

Unsafe remnant mine workings exist within this site. For your safety: 

  • Do not entre old mine workings.
  • Stay on designated pathways and behind barriers.

Safety

As a courtesy to other users please ensure your dog remains on a lead.

The original route for this trail is partially closed due to the expansion of Greenbushes Talison Mine and will remain closed until further notice. For your safety DO NOT enter any closed trail section.

Facilities

There is a picnic area opposite the Greenbushes Discovery Centre in the Heritage Park with BBQ facilities, sheltered areas and historic equipment displays to explore. All of the Greenbushes walk trails commence at the Heritage Park. The public toilets are nearby.

  • Car Park
  • Dog Friendly
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Lookouts
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Water Access Points
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Today Apr 23, 5:32am

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Max 19°

Min 13°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 5.447km

Wind: 6.07km/h W

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Chris Leaman

Reviewed 11 Dec 2021, 10:37pm

The walk is currently closed. You can start the walk, but there is a fence half way through blocking the trail. The main mine viewing area is also closed and can't be accessed from town.
Go to the Shamrock instead.
Naomi Brown

Reviewed 7 Jun 2021, 1:52pm

Trail currently closed

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