Manjimup is a large attractive town with a population
of approximately 5,000,
is the gateway to the Southern Forests region of W.A. and is an
ideal base for a holiday or just a weekend away, with places such as The
tree top walk, Nannup, Bridgetown, Pemberton and Augusta, all within 1 ½
hours drive away.
The rich red soil
of the district will support almost any agricultural crop and most of
the states potatoes, onions, cauliflowers, apples peaches, pears, plums,
cherries, avocados, chestnuts are grown by local farmers. Many renowned
vineyards are now well established and local wines are exported
worldwide.
The areas
wonderful history can be revisited at the Timber and Heritage Park on
corner of Rose and Edwards Streets where you will find The state timber
museum, age of steam museum, historic hamlet, blacksmith shop, native
bush walk and magnificent lawns and gardens.
Other places to
visit while in this beautiful area are the Diamond Tree (51mtr Climb)
and is the only wooden tree
top tower in the world, King Jarrah Tree (600 years old), Fontys Pool,
Glenoran Pool and 4 aces Karri Trees and Historic Dingup Church built by
Thomas Giblett one of our early pioneers
Manjimup has
excellent sporting facilities including a picturesque 18 hole grass
greens and fairways golf course on Perup Road. The
Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival
is held in December each year.
The
Southern Forest Food Council Inc. was established in September 2012
to represent the interests of local producers, culinary and agri-tourism
operators and to further the Southern Forests region's status as the
South West's food bowl. Visit the
Manjimup Visitor Centre for holiday information and accommodation
guide
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