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Baden Powell Campground

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

A large campground in the forest with picnic shelters and a walk trail leading to the Murray River.

Dogs allowed

Park entry fee / Camping fees apply

Bookings essential

Lane Poole Reserve
Chanel Bowen

About this campground

Baden Powell is a medium-size campground in pine forest close to Dwaarlindjirraap with access for swimming and kayaking the Murray River.

Booking

Bookings are essential and can be made up to 180 days (approximately six months) before arrival and for one campsite only.

If you are an outdoor education provider, licensed commercial tour operator or are organising an event (friends, family and other social groups camping together does not constitute an event), contact Parks and Wildlife Service Dwellingup Work Centre to discuss your requirements.

Campsites

Forty-two campsites that vary significantly due to the forest setting. Most campsites are suitable for tents and swags only.

All campsites are unpowered.

Check campsite details and the campground map carefully when booking.

Facilities

Drinking water not provided. Rainwater may be seasonally available but supply is not guaranteed and treatment is required to make safe for consumption.

No-flush pit toilets.

Dining shelters with gas barbecues, dishwashing sinks with unheated rainwater (not guaranteed year-round), food preparation surfaces, picnic tables and benches and solar-powered lighting.

Toilets and dining shelters are accessible to people in a wheelchair.

All campsites have a picnic table and benches and a fire ring.

Campground Rules

Campfires permitted seasonally and in provided fire rings only. Usual permitted season: April - November. 

Bring your own firewood. Collecting firewood and kindling is not permitted in national parks and other conservation reserves.

Dogs are permitted. They must be controlled on a leash at all times

Generator use is permitted at all campsites between 8am and 9pm only.

Do not empty chemical toilet waste into campground toilets. Carry waste out of the park for disposal in an authorised dump point.

Fees

A per person camping fee and a per vehicle park entry fee apply.

Camping fee must be paid by Mastercard or VISA when booking.

Vehicle entry fee may be paid when booking, on arrival at Lane Poole Reserve or by purchasing a park pass and is required for motor vehicles only. Payment is not required for trailers, including camper trailers and caravans.

More about fees

No booking fee.

A fee may apply if you cancel or remove dates from a booking. Stricter conditions apply for peak periods.

Full terms and conditions

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Safety information

Drinking water is not provided. Water may be available but supply is not guaranteed and should be treated to make safe for consumption.

No-flush pit toilets are the only personal hygiene facility.

December to April can be extremely hot and the risk of bushfire can be very high.

Nights can be cold from June to September.

Storms are common between May and October throughout WA.

Ensure you have sufficient supplies (including water, food, fuel, medication and first aid), and equipment and clothing appropriate for the conditions before travelling.

Be prepared for an emergency. For alerts, warnings and advice go to:  Emergency WA

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Camping in Baden Powell
Lane Poole Reserve
Chanel Bowen

Camping at Lane Poole Reserve

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a shelter that has picnic seating and gas bbqs for campers at baden powell
Baden Powell Campground
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Two people building a campfire in a concrete fire ring
Baden Powell Campground
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a person with their vehicle and camper trailer at baden powell campground
Baden Powell Campground
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View of early morning mist in the trees.
Baden Powell Campground
Rachel Hutton

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View of bush from inside a tent.
Baden Powell Campground
Rachel Hutton

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Camping by the campfire
Lane Poole Reserve
Chanel Bowen

Camping at Lane Poole Reserve

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Reading by the campfire
Lane Poole Reserve
Chanel Bowen

Camping at Lane Poole Reserve

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Pouring hot water into a camping cup
Lane Poole Reserve
Chanel Bowen

Camping at Lane Poole Reserve

Activities

Bushwalking

Camping

Mountain biking

Picnicking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Baden Powell Campground.

Traditional Owners

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

Need to know

Dogs allowed

Dogs must be kept on a leash

Camping fees and bookings

Bookings are essential.
Camping fees apply.

Standard Concession
Adult $15.00 $9.00
Child $3.00 No concession
Check availability and book

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Lane Poole Reserve.

Site access

Gravel paths in campground.

Parking

No accessible parking bays.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Non-flushable drop toilet

Toilets are provided including a wheelchair accessible toilet.

Park office / Contact

Read through all the campground information on the Park Stay website, then click the 'contact' link under the 'more details' tab if there are any further questions.

More information and contact details on Park Stay.

Location

Australia's South West
Destination Perth
Perth Hills
Dwellingup

Getting there

9.5km from Dwellingup via Pinjarra-Williams Road and Nanga Road.

35km from Waroona via Nanga Brook Road and Nanga Road.

Go to Main Roads WA Travel Map for route planning information

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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    Know before you go

    Get the practical ‘know how’ to adventure into Western Australia’s national parks confidently, responsibly and safely.

    Safety

    Natural area hazards

    Plan your activity

    Be prepared

    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

    Rivers, lakes and lagoons

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    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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    Powered campsites and generators

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