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Trail difficulty
  • Length 7km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Return
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Panels and information displays help you discover why these wetlands are important, why they are under threat and how you can help protect them for future generations.

Two bird hides located along the trail provide an opportunity to quietly observe waterbirds in a tranquil environment.  Dispersed along the trail are facilities for you to sit back, relax and soak up the serenity of the natural scenery.

Access to the trail is via Windabout Way or Lakes Road, both are adjacent to Fisheries Road.

Esperance Visitor Centre

(08) 9038 1555

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Time / Duration

Half-day

Length

7km return

Trail Access

Road 2WD

Trail Start

Trail starts at Lake Wheatfield carpark on Lake Road off Fisheries Road, Esperance which is 720km (7.5 hours) SE of Perth.

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Trail End

When to go

April to October

What’s the weather like?

Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

What To Pack

Facilities

There are a few options as to where you can start your walk.
Pick up a map from the Visitor Centre in Esperance.

  • Car Park

Trail information updated
11th May 2026

Today May 13, 8:47am

16°C

Feels like 15°C

Max 24°

Min 14°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 6.47km/h NE

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2 trail goers have rated this trail as 2.5 out of 5!

We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

David Miller

Reviewed 4 Aug 2024, 7:21pm

It’s a nice relaxed walk but nothing really exciting about it. Couple of bird hides but you see very little.
Twiddle sticks

Reviewed 11 Apr 2019, 9:35am

This is a reasonably nice local trail to do. Fairly protected from the coastal winds. Not recommended on a hot day, should be fine all other times. The walking is pretty easy with only a few small hills. Well marked trail. No facilities - no water, no loo.

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