Mining Heritage Walk
Discover Greenbushes' Tin Mining History
About This Walk
The Greenbushes township was named after the bright green bushes that contrast with the grey eucalyptus trees. Greenbushes abounds in natural and pioneering heritage, with many features of interest scattered throughout the forest surrounds of the township.
Starting from the Heritage Park, opposite the Greenbushes Discovery Centre, there are two parts to this trail. The first takes you to the Mine lookout overlooking the Talison Minerals Cornwall Pit. The lookout gives a birds-eye-view of the Greenbushes lithium operations.
The second route allows you to explore the history of tin mining in Greenbushes. The trail takes you through the forest with opportunity to view old mine shafts used from the 1900's to the 1940's. Miners used a variety of winch mechanisms and buckets to haul ore from as deep as 10 metres.
Trail Highlights
Practical Information
🌿 Best Season
August to November
🐕 Dogs
Yes — dogs welcome on lead
♿ Accessibility
Class 2 (Easy) — gentle hills or occasional steps
📍 Trailhead
Heritage Park, Blackwood Road, Greenbushes
🥾 Walking Tips
- Start at the Heritage Park opposite the Discovery Centre
- Do not enter closed trail sections due to mine expansion
- Clear directional signage marked by a miner's hard hat