22/10/2026
Best things to do on a wet day.
Drive through the karri forests - Take a scenic drive around Pemberton and enjoy the towering trees, misty forest and beautiful green scenery. Stop for photos where it is safe to pull over.
Pemberton Tramway Company - Take a heritage tram journey through forest scenery to the cascades waterfall.
Have a long café lunch - Warm up with coffee, cake or a hearty lunch in town. Pemberton is a great place to slow down and enjoy a rainy afternoon.
Visit the wineries - Hidden River Winery, Mountford Winery and Cidery, Pemberley of Pemberton, Silkwood Estate, Wild Beyond Cidery.
Lakeside Restaurant at Karri Valley Resort — a great choice for a relaxed meal with lake and forest scenery. On a rainy day, the mist over the water and surrounding karri trees can make it especially picturesque.
Chefingōs at Forest Lodge Resort — another cosy option for a meal in a forest setting, ideal for slowing down and enjoying the atmosphere while the rain falls outside.
Jaspers Pemberton — a relaxed café-style stop for coffee, food and a warm break from the weather.
Pemberton Hotel — a classic country pub atmosphere for a hearty meal and a drink after exploring the Southern Forests.
Explore the local history - Visit the Pemberton Museum and explore the history of the township, the settlers and the wood industry.
Visit Southern Forests Chocolate Company - for handmade chocolates and a warming treat of a delicious hot chocolate.
Crossings Bakery - Coffee and something delicious - pies, pastry, cakes or hot coffee.
If you don't mind getting a little wet check out:
The Floating Sauna Pemberton Pool is a fantastic rainy-day activity in Pemberton.
Stroll around Big Brook Dam, fully sealed with a bitumen-type surface, Karri forest, dam views, and bird hides.
Beedelup Falls - the waterfall can be spectacular after rain. Take care on slippery paths and check park alerts.
Understory Art & Nature Trail - outdoor art and nature in the forest, best when the rain eases.
Vëska Banya Resort - consider a warm sauna and relaxing meal; book ahead and confirm availability.
