Progress continues to be made on the transformation of Western Australia’s first national park, with the Glen Brook elevated walkway opening for public access this weekend.

The striking, 250 metre-long steel and timber structure was fabricated and installed by local company Advanteering Civil Engineers, who were also recently awarded the $2.1 million contract to build a new amenities plaza next to the recently completed West Ridge carpark.

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) Project Manager Paul Chauvel said that with construction about to commence on the West Ridge amenities plaza, the Glen Brook elevated walkway will initially only be accessible from the eastern end.

“The walkway can be accessed via a newly installed ramp and access trail on the eastern side, providing visitors a unique, elevated perspective of the park and sweeping views over Glen Brook and the surrounding granite outcrops,” Mr Chauvel said.

“This is an exciting milestone in the park’s rejuvenation, delivering a visually striking attraction that provides a different and exciting way for park visitors to view and experience the surrounding landscape.”

Once the John Forrest National Park rejuvenation project is complete, the walkway will connect the West Ridge carpark to the future park hub, providing an enjoyable walking and cycling link between these two key visitor areas.

Mr Chauvel said construction of the West Ridge amenities plaza is expected to commence in coming weeks and be completed early in 2027.

“The new plaza will create a welcoming entry point for visitors and will include toilets, landscaped gathering areas with seating, a sheltered main trailhead, bike racks and a bike maintenance station,” Mr Chauvel said.

“Accessible paths and safety lighting will link the new amenities building to the carpark and elevated walkway.”

For the latest updates on the John Forrest National Park improvement project, visit: dbca.wa.gov.au/johnforrestimprovementproject