Denmark
Town
Population 2735
Denmark lies at the foot of Mt Shadforth, overlooking the tranquil Denmark River and Wilson Inlet. It is surrounded by forests of towering karri trees that sweep down to meet the Southern Ocean. The Aboriginal name for the Denmark River is 'koorabup', meaning 'place of the black swan'. Originally a timber town, Denmark's economy is today sustained by a combination of dairying, beef cattle, fishing, timber and tourism. The town is close to some of the most beautiful coastline in the state.
Visitor Information
73 South Coast Hwy; (08) 9848 2055
Nearby national parks
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William Bay National Park
This relatively small park between Walpole and Denmark on the state’s south coast, protects stunning forest and coastline dotted with...more -
West Cape Howe National Park
The 20-kilometre coastline protected by this national park includes rugged headlands, dramatic granite and dolerite cliffs, isolated beaches...more -
Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Walpole–Nornalup National Park, surrounding the town of Walpole on the state’s south coast, is renowned for its forest of rare...more
Nearby towns
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Mount Barker
Mount Barker lies in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, with the Stirling Range to the north and the Porongurups to the east....more -
Albany
Albany, a picturesque city on Western Australia's south coast, is the site of the state's first European settlement. On Boxing Day 1826,...more -
Walpole
Walpole is entirely surrounded by national park and is the only place in the South-West where the forest meets the sea. The area is...more
In Town
Historical Museum: in old police station; Mitchell St. Bandstand: located on the riverbank with seating for the audience on the other side of the river; Holling Rd. Arts and crafts: galleries abound, including the Old Butter Factory in North St; contact visitor centre for details. Mt Shadforth Lookout: magnificent views; Mohr Dr. Berridge and Thornton parks: shaded picnic areas; along riverbank in Holling Rd.
Nearby
William Bay National Park This relatively small 1867 ha park protects stunning coastline and forest between Walpole and Denmark on WA's south coast. It is renowned for its primeval windswept granite tors. Green's Pool, a natural rockpool in the park, remains calm and safe for swimming and snorkelling all year-round. Nearby are the Elephant Rocks, massive rounded boulders resembling elephants; Madfish Bay, a good fishing spot; and Waterfall Beach for swimming. 17 km SW.Ocean Beach: one of the finest surfing beaches in WA; 8 km S. Monkey Rock: lookout with panoramic views; 10 km SW. Bartholomew's Meadery: honey, honey wines, gourmet honey ice-cream and other bee products, as well as a live beehive display; 20 km W. Pentland Alpaca Stud and Tourist Farm: diverse collection of animals, including alpacas, koalas, kangaroos, bison, water buffalo, llamas and many more; cnr McLeod and Scotsdale rds; (08) 9840 9262; 20 km W. Eden Gate Blueberry Farm: spray-free fruit, a range of blueberry products and blueberry wines; open Thurs–Mon Dec–Apr; 25 km E. Whale-watching: viewing platform above Lowlands Beach (southern rights June–Oct); 28 km E. Fishing: at Wilson Inlet, Ocean Beach (8 km S) and Parry Beach (25 km W). West Cape Howe National Park: Torbay Head, WA's most southerly point, and Cosy Corner, a protected beach perfect for swimming; 30 km SW. Wineries: many wineries open for cellar-door tastings, including Howard Park Winery, West Cape Howe and Tinglewood Wines; contact visitor centre for map. Scenic drives: the 25 km Mt Shadforth Scenic Drive and the 34 km Scotsdale Tourist Drive both feature lush forests, ocean views, wineries and galleries; contact visitor centre for maps. Heritage trails: 3 km Mokare trail, 5 km Karri Walk or 9 km Wilson Inlet trail; contact visitor centre for maps. Bibbulmun Track: a section of this world-class 963 km long-distance trail passes through Denmark; see Albany. Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk: see Walpole; 65 km W.
Fishing spots near town
Albany 55 km
Albany, about five hours’ drive south of Perth, is most famous for being the home of the last Australian whaling station. But talk to tackle store owner Jim Allen and you soon realise there is more to Albany than... Find out moreEco-friendly activities around town
Wildflower tour - Mount Barker 46 km
The Banksia Farm at Mount Barker has the world’s only arboretum of all 77 banksia species and nearly all the dryandras as well. Join a tour around the farm to hear fascinating yarns about how banksias were used in... Find out moreFour-wheel-drive tours around Pemberton and Albany 134 km
Pemberton Discovery Tours is a carbon-neutral business that runs 4WD and tag-along tours through the great karri forests, along beaches and through dune systems, with a particular focus on environmental impact. There are... Find out moreWalking the Cape to Cape Track 214 km
One of Western Australia’s brilliant longdistance walks, the Cape to Cape Walk covers 135 kilometres between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin, going through coastal heath, wildflowers, jarrah–marri forest... Find out moreCaving - Southern Western Australia 220 km
Six limestone caves in the Capes region are open to the public and there are self-guided and adventure-caving options. Jewel Cave is the largest of Western Australia’s tourist caves and has beautiful formations... Find out moreBusselton Underwater Observatory 235 km
Near the end of the almost 2-kilometre-long Busselton Jetty is an interpretive centre and observatory 8 metres under the water’s surface, where you can see brightly coloured corals, sponges, fish and invertebrates... Find out moreCycle tour - Margaret River 238 km
You can explore this scenic region at your own pace, including wineries, karri forests, caves and beaches on a bike. Dirty Detours hires bikes in Margaret River and runs a one-day, off-road Sip and Cycle tour, while... Find out moreMargaret River canoe tour 238 km
Bushtucker River and Winery Tours will take you canoeing down the quiet Margaret River, with opportunities to see kangaroos, bushtucker- bearing plants and heritage sites on a guided four-hour excursion. There is time... Find out moreDolphin Discovery Centre 240 km
This non-profit organisation is committed to education, conservation and research about dolphins, but also provides extraordinary opportunities to interact with these creatures. About 90 wild bottlenose dolphins live in... Find out moreCafes & restaurants around town
Southern End Restaurant + Function Centre
Pair spectacular views of the Wilson Inlet with lovely food and you have the Southern End Restaurant. The lush landscape accompanies local fare and the wood-fired pizza are popular, especially by the log fire during the... Find out moreNearby breweries
Cowaramup Brewing Company 239 km
This family-owned microbrewery, based in the Margaret River wine-producing belt, first fired up in December 2006. Cowaramup can be tricky to pronounce for some visitors (correctly: Ca-rara-mup) and the locals often refer... Find out moreCampsites around town
William Bay campsite 12 km
William Bay campsite is 19.9 km from Boat Harbour. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreNullaki campsite 13 km
Nullaki campsite is 31.5 km from William Bay. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreParry Beach Recreation Area 20 km
A very shady camping site under a canopy of trees close to the beach, this recreation area provides access to a range of water-based pastimes such as boating, fishing and sailing on the clear waters of William Bay. Parry... Find out moreBoat Harbour campsite 28 km
Boat Harbour campsite is 33.2 km from Rame Head. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreCosy Corner (east) camping area 29 km
A secluded camping area near the foreshore, cutely named Cosy Corner has 10 sites scattered around the trees in a coastal scrub environment. Off Cosy Corner Rd via Lower Denmark Rd, 30 km west of Albany, it is a good... Find out moreTorbay campsite 30 km
Torbay campsite is 16.4 km from West Cape Howe. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreWest Cape Howe campsite 30 km
West Cape Howe campsite is 16.5 km from Nullaki. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreShelley Beach camping area 30 km
Shelley Beach camping area has basic facilities and limited space for trailers in a natural coastal environment where fishing, snorkelling and scuba diving are popular pastimes. The campsite is off Shelley Beach Rd, 38... Find out moreTorbay Inlet (east) camping area 32 km
A very small camping area with basic facilities for self-sufficient campers, Torbay Inlet is surrounded by coastal scrub. The site is 28 km west of Albany via Lower Denmark, Perkins Beach and Torbay Inlet roads. A prime... Find out moreHidden Valley campsite 39 km
Hidden Valley campsite is 17.5 km from Torbay. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Denmark Rivermouth Caravan Park 2 km
This popular park is located right on the water, a short 1-km walk from the town. This is a basic holiday park at a competitive price. The boat ramp adjoins the park. Bookings are required in peak times and a... Find out moreBIG4 Albany Gardens Holiday Resort 48 km
The closest park to the centre of Albany, this is a good quality place with a well-stocked shop, a tennis court and a native animal enclosure. The park is in a quiet, off-the-main-road position, well protected from the... Find out moreMiddleton Beach Holiday Park 52 km
A great place for a holiday, this quality park has a fabulous position and fronts onto 500 metres of a popular swimming beach. Just 3 km from the Albany post office, it has good amenities and a range of facilities... Find out moreEmu Beach Holiday Park 53 km
This quality, popular beachside park is 7 km from the centre of Albany. It has a wide range of facilities including a massage studio and minigolf. Bookings are necessary and minimum-stay periods apply at Christmas,... Find out moreCoalmine Beach Holiday Park 56 km
This is a large tourist park, situated near an inlet, with good amenities and a range of facilities. The Valley of the Giants is nearby, as are some good fishing spots. Bookings are required in peak periods and... Find out moreKalgan River Chalets and Caravan Park 57 km
Situated 11 km east of Albany on the Kalgan River, this park suits travellers looking for plenty of space. There are large sites and big rigs can be accommodated. Its features include canoes for hire, a nine-hole golf... Find out moreRest Point Holiday Village 58 km
This is an ideal holiday park in an informal setting, located on the water’s edge just 5 km from the town. The park has newly developed sites and amenities. Bookings are required from December to April.... Find out moreCheynes Beach Caravan Park 96 km
Cheynes Beach is an extremely picturesque coastal village. The large caravan park is a short walk to the beach and well protected from the elements. It is very popular and bookings are required at Christmas, Easter and... Find out morePemberton Caravan Park 134 km
This is a spacious place with lots of shade and trees, just 1 km from the town centre. The budget-priced park has basic amenities, and a natural-style pool right next door. Bookings are required in peak periods and a... Find out moreFonty’s Pool Caravan Park 140 km
Closed during July and August, this park is in a rural setting just 8 km from Manjimup along a sealed road. Fonty’s Pool is a spring-fed swimming hole, with a rich history dating back to 1925. Bookings are required... Find out moreHotels, motels & B&Bs around town
The Misty Valley Country Cottages really are the epitome of country cosiness. You’ll be greeted by majestic karri trees, rolling hills and a basket of freshly baked muffins. The two- and three-bedroom cottages... Find out more
Mt Lindesay View Bed & Breakfast is perched on a lush hillside with picturesque scenery. The colonial-style homestead has a private entrance for the three suites, which are decorated in a quaint country style, and... Find out more
If you want to experience a slice of village life, then a stay Pensione Verde should satisfy. This intimate guesthouse and organic cooking school has nine hotel-style rooms and is situated in the heart of town. After... Find out more
With a lovely view over the Wilson Inlet, Tree Tops is a romantic getaway for two or a relaxing break for four. The timber A-frame holiday home is self-contained and includes a potbelly stove to snuggle up by in winter... Find out more
Eco-friendly places to stay around town
Watermark Kilns 117 km
For something completely different, stay in one of two ex-tobacco kilns, converted into comfortable, low-key accommodation. The double kiln (suitable for large families or bigger groups) has recycled timbers, water is... Find out moreBurnside Bungalows 241 km
At Margaret River you can stay on this certified organic and biodynamic farm that produces mulberries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, avocados and olives. The accommodation is in cottages made with rammed earth and... Find out moreYelverton Brook Eco Spa Retreat 242 km
Set in a 40-hectare conservation reserve protected from feral predators, with woylies, bandicoots and other animals roaming around, the self-contained chalets here have everything you could want, including local... Find out moreRest areas around town
Greens Pool Park Area 13 km
T/O 52 km E of Walpole (R) or 14 km W of Denmark (L) Foreshore parking area located 4 kilometres south of the highway. GPS: S35 01.376 E117 14.133 ... Find out moreParry Beach Camp Area 20 km
T/O 43 km E of Walpole (R) or 23 km W of Denmark (L) Small secluded campground located 6 kilometres south of the highway on the foreshore among dense coastal vegetation. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S35 02.375... Find out moreKing River Park Area 50 km
11 km NE of Albany (R) or 167 km SW of Jerramungup (L) Very small area just off the highway among some large trees on the banks of the river. Good shade. GPS: S34 56.343 E117 54.261... Find out moreSturdee Road Rest Area 52 km
11 km SE of Kojonup (R) or 92 km N of Mount Barker (L) Small area just off the highway among a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 32.120 E117 36.106 ... Find out moreWalpole Park Area 57 km
Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway near the information centre. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 58.548 E116 43.864 ... Find out moreRocky Gully Park Area 59 km
67 km W of Mount Barker (R) or 94 km E of Manjimup (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S34 30.570 E117 00.766... Find out moreFrankland River Rest Area 68 km
77 km W of Mount Barker (R) or 84 km E of Manjimup (L) Large area just off the highway surrounded by trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 28.625 E116 54.05... Find out moreNormans Beach Camp Area 79 km
T/O 38 km NE of Albany (R) or 140 km SW of Jerramungup (L) Very small camp area located on the foreshore 11 kilometres east of the highway. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S34 55.280 E118... Find out moreLake Muir Park Area 87 km
102 km W of Mount Barker (L) or 59 km E of Manjimup (R) Small area just off the highway at the observatory. Limited shade. GPS: S34 26.466 E116 38.907... Find out moreTunney Road Rest Area 94 km
38 km SE of Kojonup (L) or 65 km NW of Mount Barker (R) Small area just off the highway around a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 06.750 E117 21.998... Find out moreShannon Camp Area 95 km
52 km S of Manjimup (R) or 66 km N of Walpole (L) Very nice campground located well off the highway in a secluded forest setting in Shannon National Park. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 35.725 E116 24.642 ... Find out moreShannon Park Area 96 km
52 km S of Manjimup (L) or 66 km N of Walpole (R) Small area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S34 35.479 E116 24.686... Find out moreGreen Range Rest Area 101 km
73 km NE of Albany (L) or 105 km SW of Jerramungup (R) Small secluded area just off the highway. Good shade. GSP: S34 37.698 E118 22.820... Find out moreDiamond Tree Lookout Park Area 134 km
10 km S of Manjimup (R) or 108 km N of Walpole (L) Small area just off the highway in the forest. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 19.195 E116 07.227... Find out morePallinup River Rest Area 140 km
114 km NE of Albany (L) or 64 km SW of Jerramungup (R) Small area just off the highway among a few trees. Limited shade. GPS: S34 24.403 E118 43.671 ... Find out moreBoscabel Road Rest Area 146 km
75 km SE of Williams (L) or 19 km NW of Kojonup (R) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S33 39.510 E117 05.776... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Craft Market: Berridge Park; Jan, Easter and Dec.
Pantomime: Civic Centre; Jan.
Brave New Works: new performance art; Easter.