Herdsman Lake boardwalk

Herdsman Lake Regional Park

Cnr Flynn and Selby St, Wembley

A tranquil and accessible wetland haven, Herdsman Lake features shaded boardwalks, abundant wildlife, and serene views across the water. Perfect for gentle walks, birdwatching, nature play at the water’s edge, and weekend visits to the Discovery Centre.

Play Features

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Views: lake, viewing platform

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Plants & animals: waterbirds, tortoises & frogs

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Paths & trails: accessible walk trail & boardwalks

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Wheels: cycle path around the lake

Our Favourite Features

Be sure to check out these unique play features!

Access to water’s edge for floating nature boats, looking for tadpoles and spotting ducklings.

Incredibly peaceful, shaded stretches of trail through the paperbark trees and along the boardwalk.

Discovery Centre open on Saturdays (9am-2pm), $5 entry fee, to see some native animal exhibits and find out what activities they’re running (nature walks, animal feeding and keeper talks) and grab a coffee.

Herdsman Lake discovery centre and trails
Herdsman Lake signage
Herdsman Lake discovery centre artwork

Accessibility

Accessible toilets

Accessible parking

Accessible path: Olive Seymour Boardwalk 500m loop, Class 1

Public transport nearby

No entry fee for trails / $5 entry to Discovery Centre

Amenities

Toilets

Water fountain

Parking

Shade

Cafe: Opening hours information

Herdsman Lake parking
Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre information

Safety Information

We suggest taking time before you visit any regional or national park to read through the safety information found at Explore Parks, particularly information regarding snakes and water hazards for children are both relevant to a visit to Herdsman Lake.

Herdsman Lake waterbirds
Herdsman Lake walk trail

Nature Play Resources

Check out our Herdsman Lake Play Trail

Herdsman Lake information at Explore Parks WA

Family Resource Library
Herdsman Lake walk trail information
Herdsman Lake boardwalk trail
Herdsman Lake ducks
Herdsman Lake discovery centre

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Disclaimer

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