This 3.5 kilometre easy walk through the Spectacles Wetland in Beeliar Regional Park passes through banksia, sheoak and grasstree vegetation.
The Spectacles is 360 hectares of natural bush and wetland and is part of the chain of freshwater lakes on the Swan Coastal Plain known as Beeliar Regional Park. It is so named because it comprises two wetlands joined by a waterway, giving it the appearance of a pair of spectacles. This walk is one of two in the area. The other is the Aboriginal Heritage Trail which cirumnavigates the larger wetland.
Start Point: The Spectacles, McLaughlan Road, 35km (35minutes) south of Perth
End Point: The Spectacles, McLaughlan Road, 35km (35minutes) south of Perth
Region: Beeliar Regional Park, Perth
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Getting there
Closest towns to this walk: Success, Yangebup, Beeliar, Cockburn Central, Jandakot
How to get to Beeliar Regional Park
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About the region
Beeliar Regional Park is a range of coastal wetlands containing an array of nature appreciation possibilities within the suburban confines of Perth.
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Track grade
Grade 1 (All-abilities) -Â Perfect for Families and Beginners: Grade 1 on the
AWTGS represents the easiest walking tracks, perfect for families with young children or those new to bushwalking. No prior experience is required. These gentle walks feature a flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections. They are suitable for wheelchair users with assistance due to the even terrain. The total distance of a Grade 1 walk is typically no greater than 5 kilometers, making them a comfortable and manageable option for all ages and fitness levels.
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