About this place
What to expect
Just 3 kilometres from Big Brook Dam along the Karri Forest Explorer Drive is the Big Brook Arboretum. You can wander the many plots of exotic trees that were planted here to see how they would grow and respond to the local soil and climate, and to determine their potential plantation value. The trail will take you through a grove of sequoias, or American redwoods, past spotted gums from New South Wales and through natural karri forest as you circle back to the picnic area. The campground can accommodate tents, campervans, camper trailers and caravans. Picnic tables, barbecues and toilets are provided. Campfires are usually permitted, in the provided fire rings only, between April and November but fire restrictions may be imposed at any time and without notice. Bring your own locally sourced firewood. When fire restrictions are in place campfires must not be lit and any appliance powered by burning solid fuel must not be used. Always comply with any instructions at campgrounds and parks. Campers' own liquid or gas fuel barbecues, stoves and heaters can be used at any time, unless a total fire ban has been declared. Bookings cannot be made.