Lake Seppings (Tjuirtgellong), Albany Lake Seppings (Tjuirtgellong), Albany
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This is a flat walk on a well-established dirt path, suitable for families and with wheelchair access with assistance to some of the lookouts.
The start point is less than 10 minutes from the City centre. To access the start point from the Town Square travel up York Street bearing right at the roundabout, then turning left along Middleton Road at the next roundabout. Travel along Middleton Road and turn left into Golf Links Road. The car park is 1.5km on the left along Golf Links Road.
The aboriginal name for Lake Seppings is Tjuirtgellong, the place of the long neck turtle. The lake is a natural ecosystem within the city that provides a refuge for local native plants, animals and birds.
A brisk stroll around Lake Seppings can be completed in about 45 minutes or take time with a camera and enjoy the tranquil walk through small groves of shady trees. Walking alongside the tranquil wetland provides views across the lake to Mt Adelaide. With lookouts and seating on the way, it is a haven for water birds with a bird hide at 1.5kms for the enthusiast. Over 100 species of birds have been recorded in this area. Wheelchair access with assistance.
Albany Visitor Centre
(08) 6820 3700
- [email protected]
- Visit website
- 221 York Street, Albany WA 6330
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Time / Duration
45 minutes
Length
2.9km loop
What To Pack
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.
What To Pack
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment, and weather conditions.
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Daypack with comfortable shoulder straps
Trail Start
Golf Links Road, Seppings, less than 10 minutes from Albany which is 420km (5 hours) SE of Perth.
Trail End
Bush Walk
Class 1
All abilities access, flat, even, hardened surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required.
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Hazards & Warnings
Beware of snakes during summer and on sunny days.Facilities
Wheelchair access with assistance to some lookouts.Dogs on leash only.
- Lookouts
- Shaded Area
- View Platform
Trail Access
Air, road or bus to Albany. Road (bike, bus, car or 1 hour walk) to trail.
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