JOHN Forrest National Park is set for a new bridge and accessible walkway across Glen Brook following a $5 million state government funding boost.

Advanteering Civil Engineers will build the structure, which will offer visitors stunning views over the surrounding granite outcrops, Jane and Glen Brooks and the Railway Reserve Heritage trail.

It will also allow visitors to walk or cycle between the new West Ridge carpark, expected to be completed by early 2025 and the future park hub.

Construction is due to begin early next year and is expected to be completed by mid-2025.

Environment Minister Reece Whitby said John Forrest National Park was an iconic part of Western Australia.

“Combining style with functionality, the Glen Brook Bridge will not only provide a functional connection between key areas in the park, but it will also showcase its natural beauty by offering visitors sweeping views over the waters, granites and open forest.

“The Cook Labor Government wants WA’s environment to be open and accessible, and that’s exactly what we’re doing with these improvements to John Forest National Park.”

MLA Matthew Hughes said the project was a vital link between the parking and the park.

“We’re delivering, as we promised, a better experience all round for visitors to John Forrest National Park.”

For more information about the work underway to transform John Forrest National Park, visit: https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/johnforrestimprovementproject.