Wetlands Walk Trail, Yanchep NP

Overview

This two-kilometre loop trail is a relaxed, short, easy walk around the lake which is a dominant feature of Yanchep National Park.

View from bridge on the Wetlands walk trail

You can see sedges and other vegetation from the bridge that crosses a stream feeding into Loch McNess.

Photo Credit: DPaW

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About the Trail

The trail takes you through the heart of a coastal wetland, circumnavigating Loch McNess.  The walk is completely flat and well signposted so you can’t get lost. There are some nice views across the lake which attracts a lot of birdlife.  You can also see the bush tucker Yanget plant (typha) which for which Yanchep is named after.

From the visitor’s centre, head anti-clockwise around the lake.  You will find the trail markers not far past the inn where you cross a small boardwalk.

Yanchep National Park is one of Perth's oldest and most popular national parks just 45-minute drive from Perth city.

Other things to do:  Check out the koalas, picnic on the lawn, Aboriginal cultural tour, lunch at the tea house, drinks at the Inn.

Other trails include the Ghost House Walk.

Need to Know

  • Time

    45 minutes

  • Distance

    2km loop Length is 2km (Loop).

  • Trail Start (Loop)

    Visitor centre, Yanchep National Park 55km (45 mins) north of Perth.

  • Degree of Difficulty

    Easy - Suits majority of fitness and experience levels.
    Bush Walk: Grade 1 - No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.

  • What to Pack?

    Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.

    • Full large water bottle per person.
    • Sturdy shoes
    • Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
    • Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
    • Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions
    • Binoculars and camera (optional)

  • Facilities

    Experience the hospitality of the historic Yanchep Inn, or tempt your sweet tooth at Chocolate Drops - an award winning chocolate manufacturer.

    • BBQ Facilities
    • Cafe
    • Car Park
    • Child Activities
    • Coach Parking
    • Kiosk
    • Lookouts
    • Parking for Disabled
    • Picnic Area
    • Public Toilet
    • Shaded Area
    • Shop
    • Toilet Facilities for Disabled
    • Visitor Information Centre

  • Fees

    National Park fees

  • Access to the Trail

    Road

  • Trail Contact

    Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
    Web: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park/yanchep
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