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Plateau Loop Trail, Coalseam Conservation Park

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Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Moderate
Trail difficulty

Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

  • Length 3.2km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Return
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Coalseam Conservation Park is 2WD accessible and one of the few areas where black coal can be seen on the Earth’s surface.  This trail takes you past one of the original coal mines of the area before guiding you on a gently upward sloping path through a sparse york gum woodland that forms part of the eucalypt woodlands of the Western Australian wheatbelt threatened ecological community. 

Once widespread, these trees and their understorey are remnants of a vegetation type that is now in danger of being lost forever. In spring, carpets of a variety of everlastings and other wildflowers light the trailside with colour. On the plateau top, the trail leads through carpets of yellow pompom-head everlastings to take in a majestic view over the valley. Take time to stop and enjoy the sweeping views before completing the loop.

The trail leaves from miners campground where visitors can stay a night or two to enjoy the rest of the park. Visit the Explore Parks website for more details.

Coalseam Conservation Park is located 115km inland from Geraldton, approximately 30km northeast of Mingenew or 60km south of Mullewa.  

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Geraldton Visitor Centre

(08) 9956 6670

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Time / Duration

Up to 2 hours

Length

3.2km return

Fees

Camping fees apply

Trail Access

400km from Perth. 2WD accessible, access into the Conservation Park is gravel road.

Trail Start

Miners campground, Coalseam Pk, 100km east of Geraldton or 440km (5 hours) north of Perth.

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Trail End

When to go

July to October to view the wildflowers

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Bush Walk

Class 3

Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

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Hazards & Warnings

Water crossing with slippery rocks when wet. Summer months (December to April) can be extremely hot. Trail has some steep slopes, uneven surfaces and loose rocks, caution is advised.

Prohibited items

No fires, pets or firearms use are permitted in the park.

Facilities

The park has year-round access for all vehicles via well-formed gravel roads. However, during periods of heavy rain the Irwin River may flood and be impassable until the water level drops. Check with the Shire of Mingenew on the road condition following significant rainfall.


Camping for both caravans and tents is permitted at Miners with overflow camping at Breakaway. Be prepared for crowded conditions during weekends in the wildflower season, and the limit of a three night stay between late July and October.

  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Camping
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
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Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 1.88km/h S

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