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Samphire Cove Trail, Mandurah

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Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Easy
Trail difficulty

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.

  • Length 1.5km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Accessible trail
  • Return
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The Samphire Cove Trail takes you through the gated nature reserve, and continues on to a long boardwalk over the wetlands, with a viewing platform and information panels at the end. It is not only an excellent spot for bird watching, but also a great way to see some of the magnificent canal homes in Mandurah.

Whether you are interested in birds, wildlife in general, or just enjoy a stroll by the estuary, Mandurah's samphire areas are a fascinating and enjoyable environment to explore. Scenic boardwalks, two bird hides (one with all-abilities access), paver art installations (recently restored) and an information shelter make this reserve attractive and user-friendly. No dogs are allowed due to species nesting on the ground.

SaMphire Cove Nature Reserve is located on the north-western side of the Peel Inlet, adjacent to the Port Mandurah residential estate and north-west of the Mandurah Bypass Bridge. There is a carpark near the entrance, and toilets are available in the park, south of the bridge.  

Mandurah Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9303 7750

Mandurah Visitor Centre

(08) 9550 3999

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Time / Duration

30 minutes

Length

1.5km return

Trail Access

Drive, bus or train to Mandurah

Trail Start

Samphire Cove

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Trail End

When to go

December, January, February

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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 in summer - December to February.

Facilities

The boardwalk is very narrow. Wheelchairs do fit.

  • Car Park
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Sheltered Area
  • View Platform
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Today Apr 23, 5:16am

20°C

Feels like 20°C

Max 21°

Min 17°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 12.3km/h NW

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2 trail goers have rated this trail as 3.5 out of 5!

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Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 31 May 2023, 12:27pm

The walk is an easy 1.5 km return trail through the Creery Wetlands, fringing the Peel Inlet, near Mandurah. Walkers are led through a gated nature reserve, continuing on to a long boardwalk over the wetlands, with a viewing platform and information panels at the end. It is a great way to see some of the magnificent canal homes in Mandurah. It really is quite a peaceful place to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings. Highly recommend getting out there when you can.
J L

Reviewed 26 Jun 2022, 8:01pm

Great trail to be on! Easy access and great conservation effort. There is a narrow boardwalk where pelicans rest in the evenings, so they were amazing to watch. Don't forget that the best time for this trail would be October to March given bird migration!

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