Karlkurla Bushland Park & Katunga Lookout

Karlkurla Bushland Park, located along Kalgoorlie’s northern edge and within 5km of the City’s CBD, comprises 200 hectares of natural regrowth bushland that showcases stunning examples of Great Western Woodlands vegetation. Among the extensive 7km network of meandering walk and bike trails is the 4km Doug Krepp Walking trail that begins with a boardwalk, passes by Katunga Lookout - a panoramic tower platform with spectacular views, and includes interpretive signage on historical mining operations on this land and the many species of native vegetation found here today. The iconic native flora of the bushland park includes salmon gums, melaleuca trees, sandalwood and silky pear vines, also referred to as ‘karlkurla’ (pronounced gull-gurl-la) by the local Aboriginal population.

A brand-new (completed in July 2024) all-inclusive nature playground, one of WA’s largest regional playgrounds, provides a great spot to play & relax in a beautiful bushland setting close to the bushland’s park main entrance gate. Equipped with a lawn, gas barbecues, wheel-chair-friendly footpaths and a toilet block, the playground presents a perfect addition to a walking or biking adventure. Every Saturday morning at 8am, Kalgoorlie Boulder’s weekly Park Run, a free event open to all runners and walkers, commences from the main entrance gate near the playground.