Best trails in Yalgorup National Park

Ancient living fossils and whimsical art define this flat, shaded loop near the shores of Lake Clifton. While the name suggests constant water views, the path primarily winds through a sheltered woodland of tuart, peppermint, and paperbark trees, offering a peaceful immersion in the bush. A standout feature for many is the chance to spot 'Jyttes Hytte,' one of the hidden wooden Giants of Mandurah tucked away in the scrub. Before or after your walk, a visit to the jetty is a must to view the...

An interesting trail on the west coast of Western Australia, located about 108 kilometres south from the city of Perth. This out and back route begins from the end of Mount John Road, where parking is available. From here you'll follow the boardwalk out to the Lake Clifton Thrombolites observation platform and back again. Thrombolites are living rock like organisms that live on the shores of the lake.

A nice flat easy trail from Martins Tank campground to Lake Pollard. The path heads north from the campground. The route is simple to follow and well signposted. The main attraction of this walk is the Bird-hide that overlooks Lake Pollard. Here visitors can sit and watch the many birds that frequent the lake. A slightly longer hike with no facilities to refill water along the way. Be sure to carry plenty with you. It's highly recommended to sit and relax at the bird-hide to increase...

This is a perfect morning or afternoon walk in Yalgorup National Park, 105 km south of Perth, and directly south of Mandurah, Western Australia. The trail takes you through some very beautiful woodland and heathland areas to the edge of Lake Preston. The path is fairly flat at first before climbing gently over the limestone ridge. There is a short side trail out to a lookout where you can see out over Lake Preston and the ocean beyond. This is a varied walk with attractive scenery and is...

This is a lovely walk from Martins Tank Campground in Yalgorup National Park. The path is very flat and it can be walked or cycled. This walk is entirely dependent on low water levels in the lake and may not be possible depending on recent rainfall. On the eastern bank of the lake you can view some of earth's first known lifeforms Trombolites. It's recommended to attempt this walk at sunrise of around sunset to get the best pictures of the lake and to avoid the heat.

Lake Pollard Walk Trail is a clearly marked, easy going route that follows a sandy vehicle access track out to a bird hide on the edge of Lake Pollard. The starting point for this trail is the parking area located about 6km along Preston Beach Road North, at the entrance to the campground. If you're looking for something a little longer you can park off Preston Beach Road and walk the length of Preston Beach North Road as seen here:...

Discover a bit of local history on the Lime Kiln Lake Trail in Yalgorup National Park. This gentle walk takes you to the ruins of an old lime kiln from the 1920s, a reminder of the area's industrial past when it was used to help make cement. As you wander through the peppermint and melaleuca trees, you can see how the bush has reclaimed the area since the operation shut down. It's a fascinating and easy bushwalk that mixes history with the beautiful scenery of Lake Clifton.

This is a magnificent flat trek from Martins Tank Campground, along the edge of Martins Tank Lake, then round Lake Yalgorup. The entry point to the lakeside is also the only exit point, so keep that in mind as you decide how far to go. Unless staying in the campground, public parking is on Preston Beach Road North at the turn in to the campground. This will add an extra 1Km each way.

Nestled between a frequently travelled highway and the Indian Ocean, just south of Mandurah, lies a series of lakes and reserves that together make up the largest national park on the Swan Coastal Plain. Yalgorup National Park stretches from just south of Mandurah to north of Myalup and covers an area of 12,888ha, including ten magnificent lakes. It protects a wetland system that has achieved international recognition as an important area for migratory waterbirds, and it supports several...

This short walk explores the coastal woodland on the edge of Lake Preston within Yalgorup National Park. The track leads through Tuart and Peppermint woodland, typical of this coastal plain area. Yalgorup National Park is known for its remarkable chain of long, shallow saline lakes that run parallel to the coast, separated from the ocean by large dunes. Lake Preston is the largest of these lakes. The park is a haven for waterbirds, particularly during migration seasons. Keep an eye out for...