The town of Denmark is a natural beauty where the rugged wilderness of tall tree forests and tiny, knee-high wildflowers meet emerald green lagoons studded with rounded boulders.

Denmark sits peacefully at the end of a five hour road trip, south of Perth. You can also fly in via Albany (Kinjarling), a coastal city 40 minutes away. Limited coach lines reach Denmark.

The pretty township bustles with award-winning bakeries, eclectic cafes and weekend arts markets, but it’s what’s around the nature-loving community that draws visitors.

Greens Pool and neighbouring Elephant Rocks, in wildflower-riddled William Bay National Park, are unquestionable show stoppers. The vivid colour of the ocean in these shallow bays changes with the light; one moment it’s aquamarine, the next it’s jade. Like a miniature archipelago, eroded rocks are scattered across the seascape at Greens, while they loom over the boardwalk into Elephant Rocks.

Many of the trees surrounding Denmark stretch 60 metres into the sky and some are around 400 years old. They line the roadsides like Roman columns and cluster in thick native forests. The best place to connect with them is at the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, a 40-minute drive from town. There, a bouncy suspension bridge is strung through the lofty canopy, while forest floor walks weave between ancient tingle trees. It’s a magical experience.

Towering trees also lead you to family-owned wineries and their small, personal cellar doors. The Great Southern wine region is treasured for its cool climate riesling and cabernet sauvignon; many excellent vineyards are found along Denmark’s short road journeys: Mount Shadforth Scenic Drive and Scotsdale Scenic Drive.

In the distance, glimpse at the purple mountains of the Stirling Ranges and the shapes of the Porongurup granite domes – each are worth seeing up close.


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Attractions

  • A Taste of the Valley of the Giants Trail

    This trail takes you through the heart of Tingle and Karri environment where you will discover a vast array of local wines, fresh produce, home-cooked gourmet delights.Immerse your senses in the natural environment of Denmark Western Australia and the Walpole Wilderness as you experience cool climate wines and food amongst the ancient forest empire of the Amazing South Coast.

  • Denmark Food and Wine Trail

    Denmark offers award-winning cool climate wines, quality handcrafted beer and some of the freshest produce in the State. Come experience the authenticity of this region within the Great Southern and the Amazing South Coast. The gentle summer temperatures and higher winter rainfall in Denmark produce some of the finest Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Sample a range of local wines with their distinctive cool climate characteristics and collect a box of your favourites in a Denmark Dozen. Enjoy seasonal locally sourced ingredients over breakfast, lunch or dinner at a choice of restaurants ...

  • Scotsdale Tourist Drive

    The Scotsdale Tourist Drive is a magnificent half-day tour of Denmark’s picturesque countryside and spectacular coastline. Enjoy a stroll along the Harewood Forest walk trail to get close to nature and witness native animals and birdlife at home in the forest. Stop at one of many wineries and art galleries along the drive to experience the local wares. The tourist drive takes you along the scenic southern coastline to the serene Greens Pool where you can enjoy a pleasant swim or snorkel in the calm sheltered waters of the Southern Ocean. Relax on the pristine white sand or take a ...

  • Denmark River

    Pack a picnic and spend an afternoon relaxing by the tranquil Denmark River near the town of Denmark. Grassy lawns and shady trees make this a charming area for picnicking and for children to play. Take a walk along the Mokare Heritage Trail which is an easy three-kilometre circuit around the bridges and along the banks of the Denmark River. Stands of karri and peppermint trees make the trail particularly scenic. The Aboriginal name for the Denmark River is Koorabup, which means place of the black swan – so keep an eye out for these elegant water birds. Denmark River ...

  • Wilson Inlet

    One of the South Coast’s largest estuaries, the Wilson Inlet is a picturesque natural sanctuary and sheltered water playground that’s home to abundant wildlife. The inlet is about two kilometres south east of the country town of Denmark, a five-hour drive south of Perth, or 45 minutes by car from Albany. More than 240 bird species grace the water and shore, including pelicans and Western Australia’s emblem, the black swan - the inlet is called Koorabup (The Place of the Black Swan) by the Nyoongar Aboriginal people. An equally diverse variety of fish are found in the estuary’s waters. Book ...

  • Wilson Inlet Heritage Walk Trail

    Enjoy the beautiful views and fascinating changing landscape along the Wilson Inlet Heritage Walk Trail. The walk takes you around the inlet and across the Old Railway Bridge at the mouth of the river. Along the way, you will find many perfect photo opportunities and interesting lookouts. Walk or cycle along the 12-kilometre trail and be sure to deviate down to the beach if time permits. Breathtaking Wilson Inlet is one of the biggest estuaries on the south coast with a sandbar at the mouth that isolates it from the ocean for much of the year. For the water lover ...

  • Denmark-Nornalup Heritage Trail

    The Denmark-Nornalup Heritage Rail Trail takes you on a breathtaking journey along the south coast, offering views of some of the most spectacular coastline in Australia. Most of the track is suitable for walking, mountain bike riding or even horse riding. Depending on the time you have available and your fitness, you can choose between trails ranging from 12-33 kilometres in length. The more athletic can complete all three sections or join up with the Bibbulmun Track, which passes through on its way up to Kalamunda, just east of Perth. Following the path of an unused rail track that closed ...

  • Ocean Beach

    Denmark’s Ocean Beach is a popular destination for beach lovers, surfers and nature lovers. The pristine white sandy beach and crystal blue waters make this a picture-perfect destination, even if the water is a little chilly. Take your board out for a spot of surfing or boogie boarding or enjoy a swim in the refreshing waters. The surrounding dunes are a bird haven making this a popular birding spot. There are also some excellent walks around the area. Located on the mouth of Wilson’s Inlet a short drive from Denmark and five hours drive south of Perth, Ocean Beach is ...

  • Lights Beach

    Lights Beach is one of those places that stops you in your tracks. Just outside Denmark, it serves up sweeping Southern Ocean views, rugged granite headlands, and the raw, untamed beauty the south coast is known for. Take in the panorama from the viewing platform, where you can look out across the powerful ocean and back towards the rolling dunes and forest of William Bay National Park. Wander the shoreline, explore rock pools with the kids, and keep an eye out for treasures left by the tide. It's important to note that this is not a recommended swimming beach. Dangerous ...

Events

  • An Evening with Patrick Voss Live in Busselton!

    Dockers fans in Busselton & surrounds! Pat Voss is coming your way for this special live event! Join the heart and soul of the Dockers, Patrick Voss, live in Busselton for a first ever solo show with Vossy, featuring a unique insight into his journey to date. Ever wondered what happens inside the four walls at the Dockers? This event will go behind the scenes featuring hilarious stories and insights you'll only hear in this setting. Nothing is off limits as Pat unpacks season 2026, previews the Dockers quest to return to the Grand Final stage and finish the job ...

  • Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette

    On Thursday 30th of November 1876, the S. S. Georgette left Busselton bound for Adelaide via Albany, carrying cargo and passengers. The steamer sail ship sadly didn’t make her destination in a tragic loss of life that echoed around the globe. Learn about the disastrous final voyage of the S. S. Georgette as you immerse yourself in this new permanent heritage exhibition at Busselton’s Old Courthouse Complex. Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S. S. Georgette presents previously untold stories from survivors and other sources about the heartbreak and heroism of this infamous shipwreck. Free to ...

  • Kalyagul: Connections to Menang Country

    This landmark exhibition at the Museum of the Great Southern celebrates Menang people's profound connections to the land, sea and skies of Albany and their crucial role in shaping how the region's natural world was explored and understood. ​ In the 1840s, Menang people shared their kaartdijin (knowledge) with early visitors and researchers, guiding the study of local waters by helping to catch, preserve and name fish. These collaborations informed a remarkable body of scientific paintings of fish, reptiles and mammals, alongside portraits of Menang people and collections of their material culture. ...

  • Winemaker's Journey

    Experience a taste of Great Southern history. Plantagenet Wines invites you to explore its rich heritage. Join the Winemaker's journey with unique tastings of Plantagenet's most prestigious wines - Wyjup Collection, Museum and Icon Wines, accompanied by a local produce tasting platter.

  • Blues at Bridgetown

    For three soulful days, Bridgetown comes alive with acoustic and electric blues, showcasing a rich mix of established legends and exciting up-and-coming talent. Music pulses through the town, spilling from stages and venues and inviting everyone to slow down, tune in, and feel the groove. One of the weekend highlights is the much-loved Blues Street Party on Saturday. Bridgetown's main street transforms into a buzzing hub of colour, sound, and flavour, with a huge range of food stalls and local wares to explore. Street entertainers set the vibe as you wander, creating that unmistakable bluesy atmosphere ...

  • Patrick Voss and Jordan Clark Live in Albany!

    Dockers fans in Albany & surrounds! Pat Voss & Jordan Clark are coming your way for this special live event! Ever wondered what happens inside the four walls at the Dockers? This is your chance to find out! Join All Australian Jordan Clark & the heart and soul of the Dockers, Patrick Voss, live in Albany for untold stories and big laughs! This is an event that goes behind the scenes of their careers to date, featuring hilarious stories and insights you'll only hear in this setting. Nothing is off limits as Pat & Jordan unpack season 2026, preview their ...

Accommodation

  • Stillwood Retreat

    Stillwood Retreat is a secluded, architecturally designed, bespoke retreat nestled in the Denmark treetops. The adults only retreat is set on five acres, has two jetty's and is the perfect place to disconnect, immerse yourself in nature and escape the busyness of everyday life. Perfect for two, you'll enjoy the modern day comforts of a living room with soaring timber lined ceilings, large sofa, television, fireplace, breakfast bar, kitchenette, inside bathtub, rain shower and a spiral staircase which leads to a king-size bed. Outside is an antique clawfoot bath which welcomes you to soak under ...

  • The Lodge at The Denmark Hotel

    Stay at The Lodge, your Great Southern basecamp. This thoughtfully refurbished boutique hotel blends nostalgic holiday charm with contemporary Australian design. With a collection of stylish rooms and apartments suited to couples, families and solo travellers, it's the perfect place to unwind, whether for a weekend escape or a longer stay exploring Denmark.

  • The Floating Forest

    Discover one of the most enchanting hideaways in the Great Southern. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of towering trees, expansive green lawns, and the calming sounds of the forest. Retreat inside and unwind in the comfort of unique Denmark chalets. The Floating Forest offers a harmonious blend of creativity, comfort, and luxury, enriched by the restorative power of nature. Guests are invited to enjoy thoughtfully designed 'homes away from home, ' where rustic wooden features seamlessly blend with the surrounding landscape. Each chalet is furnished with stylish pieces and a curated collection ...

Tours

  • Tasting Delicious Denmark Western Australia

    This is more than just a food and wine tour! Take in the cathedral of towering karri trees as you travel through lush bushland to hidden venues. Start with wine tasting at the renowned cellar door of The Lake House Denmark. Flavour sensations are explored at Duckett's Mill where an array of cheeses, cured meats, and condiments is presented in a mouth-watering shared platter lunch. Wines are available for tasting and purchase. At Rockcliffe Wines cellar door taste their extensive range of wine. Honey, the work of bees is savoured at Bartholomew's Meadery, where you'll also have a dessert of ...

  • 6 Day Western Australia Private Luxury Tour

    Take your tastebuds on tour and sample the finest things life has to offer on a food-filled six-day luxury private tour through the gourmet heart of Western Australia. Winding along the untamed coast from Esperance to Margaret River, taste the best food and wine in Western Australia. Savour produce sourced from the surrounding land and sea, pull up a seat at some of the country's most awarded dining tables and expand your culinary horizons with exclusive masterclasses, paddock-to-plate experiences and private tastings. Along the way, meet the local growers, producers and chefs who know this living ...

  • 4 Day Margaret River and South West Private Tour

    The Margaret River region is renowned for its wines and lauded food scene. Tucked on Australia's southwest tip, the pristine landscape plays host to the ultimate blend of world-class wineries, dedicated local producers, experimental restaurants and artisan farmers' markets. Here, gourmet foodie experiences are part of daily life and unfold throughout your four-day luxury private tour of Margaret River. Taste your way around the region with decadent degustations. Catch-and-cook lunches, cooking masterclasses and exclusive wine-tasting experiences while taking full advantage of the regional produce. ...

Food and Drink

  • Forest Hill Vineyard

    This family-owned business is one of the oldest "new" winemaking operations in Western Australia and was the site of the first grape plantings in Great Southern in 1965 by the Department of Agriculture. With its vineyards west of Mount Barker and cellar door further south, at Denmark, the Forest Hill brand became well known, added by the fact that the '75 Riesling made by Sandalford from Forest Hill grapes won 12 gold medals and 9 trophies. It has an interesting pioneer history and was once owned by the Holmes a Court family of Vasse Felix in Margaret River. In 1996 ...

  • The Lake House Denmark

    Located just a five-minute drive from the centre of town, The Lake House Denmark's rustic lakeside property offers gourmet vineyard lunches, award-winning cool climate wines and spectacular country views - the perfect recipe for a relaxed, tranquil daytime retreat surrounded by nature. Nestled in a karri tree-lined valley, Western Australia’s best tourism restaurant is a great place to enjoy a quick bite to eat, a leisurely lunch with one of their signature vineyard platters or coffee and home-made cake out on the lakeside deck, on a picnic rug under the willow tree or in the indoor alfresco restaurant ...

  • Singlefile

    Singlefile is a small, family owned winery based in Western Australia's Great Southern wine region, crafting refined, site-driven wines of provenance from exceptional vineyards across its five subregions. Singlefile's wines are defined by precision, restraint and cool-climate elegance, offering an authentic expression of one of the world's largest and most diverse wine regions. The viticultural diversity within the vineyard sites of Denmark, Albany, Porongurup, Frankland River and Mount Barker allows Singlefile to present wines shaped by a sustainability-led, minimal-intervention approach, where ...

Nearby destinations

  • Busselton

    Busselton has a foreshore that will stop you in your tracks and have you entertained for hours. You’ll be dazzled by the ivory sand and the translucent turquoise ocean lapping at its edges. Then, a 1. 8-kilometre-long, heritage-listed jetty will draw your eyes out to sea where, from May to December, tens of thousands of whales pass by on their annual migration. And that’s only the beginning. The drive to Busselton from Perth takes roughly 2. 5 hours. Or, you could fly, with the Busselton Margaret River Airport sitting 6. 5 kilometres from the town centre, equipped for everything from ...

  • Albany

    The cool climate haven of Albany perches on a placid harbour edged by a National Park. A rugged coastline of sculpted rocks, peaceful sandy beaches and nature trails through fragrant bush awaits those with a sense of adventure, while fans of local wineries, small wine bars and historic buildings will enjoy slow walks around town. It takes just over four-and-a-half hours to drive to Albany from Perth, or you can fly there directly in one hour. Coach lines also service Albany. If you want to walk to Albany from Perth, you can – a 1000 kilometre bush walking trail called ...

  • Bremer Bay

    Watch one of the greatest shows on Earth as southern right whales come close to shore to calve in the winter. Whilst in summer Orcas come to feast and frolic. Marvel at a flora diversity hotspot. Swim, surf, fish, or grab your bushwalking boots or four-wheel drive and explore Bremer Bay and Fitzgerald River National Park. Located at the mouth of the Bremer River, Bremer Bay is six and a half hours drive southeast of Perth. You can also fly from Perth to Albany in just one hour and 15 minutes, then take a two-hour drive east to Bremer Bay. ...

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