Diamond Tree

The Diamond Tree.

The Diamond Tree is a giant Karri tree located 10km South of Manjimup, Western Australia on the South Western Highway.

A wooden viewing platform built in 1939 is located 52 metres up, and is the oldest wooden platform fire look-out still in use today.

The Diamond Tree is one of three climbing trees in the Southern Forests and was used as a fire lookout every summer from 1941 to 1973. The tower is still used by DEC (Department of Environment & Conservation) to support aerial surveillance from time to time. It is 51 metres high and is known for its spectacular view over the trees.

See also

• List of famous trees
• Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree
• Gloucester Tree

External links

• Diamond Tree Lookout
• Diamond Tree article - Department of Environment and Conservation

Sign suggesting caution near the top platform of the Diamond Tree

Coordinates: 34°20′08″S 116°08′19″E / 34.3354166667°S 116.138611111°E / -34.3354166667; 116.138611111