Marrinup P.O.W camp — Attraction in Marrinup

Visited this amazing historical site while on a Bibbulmun Track Event. They provided a Guide which I think is necessary as the site is very degraded and now reclaimed by the bush it sits in. The guide provided a detailed story of the sites' history with humour. It came alive because the stories told were from newspaper accounts at the time or memories of inmates. If your interested in West Australian history it's a lost event. Some people from this camp became successful South West farmers and ran other businesses in later years. German inmates were paid by the Australian Government after they returned to Germany. An interesting fact was that no inmate wished to talk about the Marrinup POW site experience because it was too embarrassing. Well worth a visit, no parking no toilets no shops. Nearest town is Dwellingup. Contact Bibbulmun...

A unique experience visiting the WWII camp. Although the buildings are long gone the remnants are interesting and information is provided. I didn't know there was anything like this in WA. The stories of the men there are quite moving. My only criticisms are the gravel access road is only partially maintained by the council - it should be done the whole way. Also many of the information boards are faded as to be almost unreadable - they need re-doing. Despite this I would highly recommend...

Excellent part of history to visit. Gravel road in. 3 parking spots. Long drop toilet. 1 picnic table. 1 bench seat. Yes it's run down and over grown - it's a very old historical site that is remaining untouched. Still very much able to gauge the size/location/build of the camp. Very interesting, lots of informative sign boards, it took us roughly 1 hour to wander around. Look out for the resident dugite - it is...