Western Australia · Attraction
Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree
Climb a 65-metre karri giant
schedule 1 min read / Updated Jun 2026
Standing 65 metres tall in the heart of Warren National Park, the Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree was pegged for climbing in 1988 to mark Australia's bicentennial year. Named in honour of a passionate advocate for Western Australian forests, the tree offers climbers views across old-growth karri canopy and, on clear days, glimpses toward the distant Yeagarup Dunes.
The climbing spikes spiral up the trunk in the same tradition as the nearby Gloucester Tree, a technique developed for fire spotters who needed fast access to the treetops. Climbers can currently ascend to the first platform, with the upper hut undergoing structural refurbishment. Standard vehicle entry fees apply for Warren National Park.
Even without reaching the summit, the surrounding forest makes the visit worthwhile. A short walk near the base of the tree passes through dense karri understorey where purple-crowned lorikeets and other native birds are regularly spotted. The park's old-growth karri trees are among the tallest flowering plants in the world.
Warren National Park also connects to the Heartbreak Trail and the Warren River Loop Walk, so combining the Bicentennial Tree with a longer forest drive or riverside walk makes for a full day in the southern forests.
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