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Australind have a small selection of caravan and camping parks to suit everyone close to Australind or Bunbury and some basic camping grounds in the local National Parks.
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park bounded on one side by the
Indian Ocean & Leschenault Estuary. the park is very popular for
fishing & aquatic recreation such as snorkelling & diving. a paradise for bird watchers
and nature lovers with 60 different species of birds living in the park.
Enjoy a short scenic walk around the park to discover some of the
wildlife and enjoy the picturesque surroundings.
Facilities & activities:
Gas and wood barbecues, bushwalking, cycling, camping, caravan area,
universal access, fishing, hiking, information bay, picnic area,
snorkelling, toilets.
If you have time, it is well worth taking a one and a half hour walk or
ride along the trail that leads you down to the estuary where dolphins
can be spotted swimming through the still waters. Remember to bring
along your binoculars and camera to capture the abundant wildlife living
in this sanctuary.
Only walking and cycling are permitted across most of the Park. However,
4WD beach access is available from Buffalo Beach. There is a 4km
estuary walk / cycle trail which will take you about 1.5 hours. If you
are lucky you may see dolphins which can be regularly spotted swimming
through the still waters. An information panel tells you which direction
to take.
Remember to bring your binoculars and camera to observe and capture the
abundant wildlife living in the park. The park is popular for bird
watching with over 60 species being recorded. Watch the dolphins at play
on the southern and western sides of the peninsula.
Take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and allow plenty of time to
explore all it has to offer by camping at the park's pleasant
campsites.
Dogs are not permitted within the
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park except at Buffalo beach where
they must remain on a lead.
Things to do:
Follow the scenic 15 minute drive along the Old Coast Road from Bunbury
to enjoy the views of the Leschenault Estuary before turning into the
conservation park. Stop at the information bay to plan your visit and
park your car.
Take advantage of the beautiful surroundings and allow plenty of time to
explore all it has to offer by camping at the park’s pleasant campsite.
Camping Fees:
- $7.00 per adult per night (children over 15 are considered Adults)
- $5.00 per pension concession per night (seniors card and some disability cards)
- $2.00 per child between ages 6-15 per night
Rangers patrol the park daily to collect fees.
Contact Information
Wellington District Office - (08) 9735 1988
PO Box 809
Collie WA 6225
Leshenault Peninsula Conservation Park is in Australind, a two hour drive south of Perth and 15 minutes north of Bunbury.
Camping in Western Australia's National Parks is a Greatl experience.
Caravan and Camping Parks in Australind
- Leschenault Inlet Caravan Park Lot 52 Cathedral Avenue Australind 6233 Ph:08 9797 1095
- Australind Tourist Park Lot 9 Old Coast Road Australind 6233 Ph:08 9725 1206
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