Herdsman Loop and Olive Seymour Boardwalk, Perth


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Trail Start
Get directionsHeron Place carpark, Herdsman, a 15 minute drive from the Perth CBD.
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Learn moreAbout Herdsman Loop and Olive Seymour Boardwalk, Perth
Herdsman Loop is an eight kilometre trail in Herdsman Lake Regional Park. The Park contains a diversity of landscapes ranging from expansive views over open waters, to dense wetland rushes, fragments of remnant of paperbark and flooded Gum woodlands and well maintained open grass parklands.
One of the most popular starting points is the Heron Place carpark (located at the south end of Lakeside Drive) walking anti-clockwise. You can stay on the cycle path or divert through woodland dirt tracks around the lake. Make sure you include the Olive Seymour Boardwalk on your circuit (south end of the loop) where you walk among the Paperbark trees. Here you can visit the Herdsman Lake Wildlife Centre which provides an opportunity to interact with conservation research activities conducted at the site. Activities run by the centre include bird walks, information nights, night stalks and wildlife excursions.
If you don't feel like walking the entire track you can walk shorter sections starting from Popeye lake (north end), which are about 3 kilometres. Popeye Lake has an information shelter and a floating jetty with an observation deck. Sheltered picnic areas and a large playground with car parking and wheelchair access can be accessed from Jon Sanders Drive.
Herdsman Lake Regional Park is part of a chain of wetlands that once extended from north of Joondalup to south of Cockburn. The lake is a haven for birdwatchers, only six kilometres from the city. With over 100 species of birds recorded at the lake, some of which have come from the other side of the world, you are sure to find astoning bird species while enjoying some time outdoors.
Western Australian (Perth City) Visitor Centre
Other Links
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Western Australian Birding Blog
Description of the Trail from a Bird-watching perspective
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Experience Perth
Comprehensive information on the Perth region including destinations, things to see and do, accommodation and tours.

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
3 hours
Length
8km loop
What To Pack
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.
What To Pack
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person.
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA).
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant.
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions (See suggestions below).
- Binoculars and camera (optional).
Trail End
Facilities
Bird Observation Deck and Wildlife Centre- Access with assistance for the Disabled
- Car Park
- Child Activities
- Picnic Area
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- Visitor Information Centre
Best time of year
This walk can be enjoyed the whole year round, but is especially beautiful in spring (September-December)
Fees
Trail Access
Car, bus


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