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Scarp Pool

We recognise and acknowledge Pinjarup and Wiilman people as the Traditional Owners of Lane Poole Reserve.

A great spot for swimming and canoeing especially in summer.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Scarp Pool
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About this place

The area has shaded picnic spots and good access to the river.

Back to Lane Poole Reserve

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!

Western Shield - The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife. 

Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Pets are permitted in some recreation areas of Lane Poole Reserve but must be kept in control and on a leash at all times.

For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.

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reflections on scarp pool with forest in the background
Scarp Pool
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conrete path down to the river at scarp pool
Scarp Pool
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water flowing through a rocky section with forest in the background
Scarp Pool
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Facilities

Picnic table

Activities

Bushwalking

Canoeing and kayaking

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Lane Poole Reserve.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Lane Poole Reserve.

Toilets

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

Park office / Contact

Dwellingup Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9538 0000

Contact this office by email

Location

Destination Perth
Perth Hills
Dwellingup

Getting there

Follow Scarp Road about 9km south from the Pinjarra-Williams Road to get to Scarp Pool.

Lane Poole Reserve is just over a 100km drive south-east from Perth and about 30km from Waroona. 

The entry station to the park is 7.5km south of Dwellingup. 

Park Road, between the entry station and Dwaarlindjirraap, and the access road to Nanga Brook from Nanga Road are sealed. All other roads within the park are gravel and their condition will vary depending on the weather.

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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