Lake Pollard Walk Trail, Yalgorup NP, Mandurah

Overview

The six kilometre, approximately two-hour, Lake Pollard loop trail conveniently begins at the entrance to the Martins Tank campground; about one kilometre from the campground itself. This walk takes in tuart, peppermint and grasstree outcrops, with an opportunity to birdwatch in the hide overlooking Lake Pollard.  Walking in a clockwise direction provides a good view to Lake Pollard while walking.

Grasstrees near start

Grasstrees near start

Photo Credit: Pam Riordan

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About the Trail

The walking track is clearly marked, flat and easy going, and follows a sandy vehicle access track. 

About two kilometres along the track is a sign-posted T-junction directing a right turn towards the bird-hide. You know you’re getting close to the lake when white trunked saltwater paperbark trees replace the tuarts and there’s shell grit along the path.

A small track leads to the wooden bird-hide, which sits on stilts at the edge of the lake.

Leaving the bird-hide is a choice of retracing your steps along the flatter route or continuing on a steeper loop trail that follows a fire break and a private property fence before following the Preston Beach Road back to the campsite.

Yalgorup National Park consists of 10 elongated lakes with tuart and peppermint woodlands. It is included in the RAMSAR international wetland agreement, as it is an important area for migratory waterbirds. Lake Clifton contains the largest collection of thrombolites in the southern hemisphere.

Need to Know

  • Time

    2 hours

  • Distance

    6km loop Length is 6km (Loop).

  • Trail Start (Loop)

    Martins Tank Campground, Preston Beach Road, 125km (1.5hrs) south of Perth

  • Degree of Difficulty

    Easy - Suits majority of fitness and experience levels.
    Bush Walk: Grade 2 - No bushwalking experience required. The track is a hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km. Suitable for families with young children.

  • What to Pack?

    Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.

    • Full large water bottle per person.
    • Sturdy shoes
    • Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
    • Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
    • Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions
    • Binoculars and camera (optional)

  • Best Time of the Year

    April to November

  • Facilities

    The facilities are available in the nearby campground.

    • BBQ Facilities
    • Camping
    • Car Park
    • Coach Parking
    • Picnic Area
    • Public Toilet
    • Shaded Area
    • Sheltered Area

  • Fees

    National Park fees

  • Prohibited Items

    No pets , no fires, no swimming, canoeing, boating, fishing in lakes.

  • Access to the Trail

    Road 2WD

  • Trail Contact

    Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Parks and Wildlife Service
    Telephone: (08) 9303 7750
    Web: http://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/park/yalgorup
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