Windblown sand along the Peron Homestead Road has created conditions that are unsuitable for conventional 2WD vehicles.
Currently there is a high likelihood these vehicles will become bogged.
The road is still OPEN to all 4WD vehicles and high clearance all-wheel drive.
Station Life Peron Homestead, Shark Bay
(Top trail)
Malgana Country
At the base of Francois Peron National Park is a scattering of historic sheep station buildings and equipment that have stood the test of time in s harsh environment. This short, flat and easy 600 metre walk trail shows the visitor, through interpretive signage, what station life was like during the time before the north peninsula became national park.
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.
Just 10km out of Denham on the Monkey Mia road is a relic of Shark Bay's pastoral heritage. The walk trail links old station buildings with interpretive signage along the way. The information centre tells the history of the station and the Aboriginal heritage as well as its current use.
Of interest are the well preserved shearers quarters and shearers kitchen. The Peron Homestead walk has a most unusual feature. Weary travellers can soak their bodies in a large hot tub modified from an artesian bore that once watered thirsty stock. Â Â
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.
What To Pack
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
Prohibited items
No dogs allowed in national parks
Facilities
Bush Camping at Bottle Bay. Other full facilities available at Denham and Monkey Mia
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Peron Homestead
The hot tub has gas barbecues nearby - a great place to relax after the trail.
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Peron Homestead
Not everything is interpreted - some equipment you will need to work our for yourself.
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Interpretive signage
Come and see what a wool press looks like.
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Interpretive signage
Every space has a purpose in the shearing shed
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Interpretive signage
Shearing explained in the shearing shed
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Shearing Shed
Interpretive signs around the station live trail help paint a picture of how this sheep station worked.
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Parks and Wildlife Service
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Less than 1 hour
0.8km
