About this park
Gloucester National Park has lots of walking trails and you can mountain bike here too. Pick a trail and take a journey through the beautiful karri forest of the park. Karri trees only grow in southwestern Australia. They’re the tallest type of tree in the State and can grow up to 95m high. You can recognise them by their tall straight trunk and smooth bark.
In Spring and Summer, the karri canopy bursts into white flowers. The rowdy calls overhead will be from flocks of purple-crowned lorikeets. They flock in to feast on the flowers. Birdwatchers may be lucky to spot honeyeaters, wrens, fantails and robins. Sit quietly and keep your eyes peeled on the undergrowth.
This park is also home to Western Australia’s most famous climbing karri tree which is currently closed while the viewing platforms are repaired. While we take care of this much loved tree, check out the thrilling Aerial Adventure Pemberton high ropes course for some adrenalin packed fun!
The forest is home to many small native animals. These include quenda, quokkas, mardos and dunnarts. It’s unlikely you’ll see these shy and elusive creatures. But it’s good to know they’re here.
Take a drive on the Karri Forest Explorer, that winds 86km through some of the south west’s most magnificent karri forest.
Review - Beautiful park. The karri trees are wonderful.
We walked around the Gloucester Tree and you can walk various distances here. 2 short walks and 1 long 10km walk. It is the best environment to check out the beautiful karri trees. CoisDeZweed – Trip Advisor
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking, and mountain biking. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
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Activities
Bushwalking
High ropes course
Join Aerial Adventure Pemberton 25m high up in the trees to climb, zipline, glide and experience the forest filled with the colours of wildflowers and the sounds of unique birds.
Mountain biking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Gloucester National Park.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Bibulmun/Piblemen people as the traditional owners of Gloucester National Park.
