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Manjimup
This small town north of Pemberton is a centre for the region’s timber industry. Fruit orchards are another industry attracting backpackers who come here to pick apples.
Manjimup’s attractions include the Diamond Tree fire lookout; the Four Aces, four gigantic 400-year old trees; and a timber museum. In December the town boasts a cherry festival, which features a cherry spitting contest. The Saturday of this festival is officially known as Cherry Day.
Practical information
Manjimup Visitor Information Centre
Manjin Park, Giblett Street, Manjimup
Tel (08) 9771 1831
Website www.manjimupwa.com
Open 9am-5pm daily
Coming & going
Transwa (tel 1300 662 205) coaches stop at the corner of Edwards and Rose Streets.
Hostel accommodation
Manjimup Lodge & Backpackers
59 Rose Street, Manjimup
Tel (08) 9771 8077
Sightseeing, museums & tourist attractions
Diamond Tree Fire Lookout
The Diamond Tree is a giant tree with a wooden viewing platform 52m above the ground and it was used as a fire lookout between the 1940s and the 1970s. The tree is still occasionally used by officials from the Department of Environment & Conservation, but it is also open to visitors who want to climb up for a look.
South West Highway, Manjimup
Tel (08) 9771 1831
Admission free
Manjimup Timber & Heritage Park
This museum has displays about the history of the timber industry in southwest WA. Exhibits include historical buildings and an original steam sawmill engine.
Corner Edward & Rose Streets, Manjimup
Tel (08) 9771 1831
Admission free
Open summer 8.30am-5.30pm daily; winter 9am-5pm daily
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