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Bob's Crossing

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

A concrete causeway for vehicles to cross the Murray River.

Dogs allowed

Park entry fee

Bob's Crossing
Bronwyn Wells

About this place

There is a 10 minute parking area at the crossing to provide river access for launching canoes. There's access to to Chuditch, Nanga Mill and Stringers from the eastern, Park Road side of the river.

Crossing the river is not possible when the river level is high. Check Park Alerts before you go. 

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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Bob's Crossing
Bob's Crossing
Bronwyn Wells
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Bob's Crossing
Bob's Crossing
Bronwyn Wells
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Bob's Crossing
Bob's Crossing
Bronwyn Wells
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Waterhole at Bob's Crossing
Bob's Crossing
Bronwyn Wells
Bob's Crossing
Waterhole at Bob's Crossing

Activities

Canoeing and kayaking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Bob's Crossing.

Traditional Owners

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

Need to know

Dogs allowed

Dogs must be kept on a leash

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Lane Poole Reserve.

Parking

There are no accessible parking bays.

Toilets

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

There are no accessible toilets.

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

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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