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Popeye Lake

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the Traditional Owners of Herdsman Lake Regional Park.

One of four inner wetlands in the Herdsman Lake Regional Park, Popeye Lake has a floating jetty with an observation deck.

Dogs allowed

No park entry fee

Popeye Lake
Kevin Smith

About this place

Sheltered picnic areas and a large playground and a parking area. There is ample grassed space for picnicking or walking. Pathways link to Floreat Waters to the west and Jon Sanders Drive to the east.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

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A modern playground is surrounded by a grassed play area near the lake.
Popeye Lake
Kevin Smith
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Information panels give details of the cultural history, ecology and wildlife of the lake
Popeye Lake
Kevin Smith
Playground at Popeye Lake, Herdsman Lake Regional Park.
Information shelter at Popeye Lake, Herdsman Lake Regional Park.

Facilities

Lookout/Deck

Jetty

Activities

Bird watching

Bushwalking

Cycling

Picnicking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Popeye Lake.

Traditional Owners

This park has a rich history and cultural heritage. Local Noongar and Yellagonga Aboriginal people used the area as a source of food. 

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the traditional owners of Herdsman Lake Regional Park.

Need to know

Dogs allowed

Dogs must be kept on a leash

No park entry fee

Entry to Herdsman Lake Regional Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Regional Parks

Phone: 9442 0300

Contact this office by email

Location

Destination Perth
Perth Coast & Plain

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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