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Tuart Walk, Shearwater Tuart Forest

Bush Walk
Road
Trail difficulty
Easy
Trail difficulty

All abilities access, flat, even, hardened surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required.

Trail difficulty

Recommended for novice riders. Typically wide trails with smooth terrain and low gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times but free from unavoidable obstacles.

  • Length 1.3km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Dog friendly
  • Accessible trail
  • Return
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The Tuart Walk follows a sealed pathway that links the southern end of Ocean Drive in Usher to Maidment Parade in Dalyellup. It winds through a leafy tuart and peppermint woodland that contains banksias, jarrah and a mix of understorey shrubs and wildflowers.

Shearwater Tuart Forest is a valuable natural refuge within an increasingly urbanised region and represents changing community priorities. Originally set aside for residential development the area is now preserved as public open space to be enjoyed by present and future generations. 

Shearwater Tuart Forest links to Maidens Reserve in the north and other reserves to the east to create an important green belt that extends to the Preston River. This bushland corridor supports the essential movement of wildlife and helps to protect the region’s biodiversity.

Bunbury Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9725 4300

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(08) 9792 7205

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Time / Duration

Up to 45 minutes

Length

2.6km return

Fees

No fees apply

Trail Start

Corner of Mosedale Avenue and Ocean Drive, Usher.

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Trail End

Along Maidment Parade, close to Wongin Road intersection.

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When to go

All year round

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Bush Walk

Class 1

All abilities access, flat, even, hardened surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required.

Mountain Bike

Easiest

Recommended for novice riders. Typically wide trails with smooth terrain and low gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times but free from unavoidable obstacles.

Hazards & Warnings

Be aware Shearwater Tuart Forest is a snake risk area. Snakes occur in this area and are an important part of our natural environment. Please stay on the paths. If you see a snake, remain calm. Avoid disturbing it and let it move away at its own pace.

Safety

Be smart and wear comfortable, sturdy shoes and sun protection. Avoid walking on hot days and take plenty of drinking water.

Biodiversity

Stay on the path and help prevent erosion and the spread of Phytophthora dieback, a disease that kills our native plants. 

Please pick up after your dog and keep them on a leash at all times to protect the wildlife and your pet.

Facilities

Nearest toilets are located at the Maidens Reserve Playground, along with all other facilities. 

  • Dog Friendly
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Today Jun 12, 10:31pm

8°C

Feels like 8°C

Max 14°

Min 8°

Precipitation: 80%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 0.69km/h E

8-day forecast

Fri

14°

8°

Sat

16°

8°

Sun

15°

10°

Mon

12°

8°

Tue

15°

7°

Wed

14°

9°

Thu

16°

7°

Fri

16°

8°

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