About this campground
Canebrake Pool is a small campground in jarrah-marri forest on the banks of the Margaret 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 Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park Information Centre (Calgardup) to discuss your requirements.
Campsites
Nine campsites with a compacted earth surface that vary significantly due to the forest setting.
SOME CAMPSITES ARE SUBJECT TO STANDING WATER AFTER HEAVY RAIN.
All campsites are unpowered.
Check campsite details and the campground map carefully when booking.
Facilities
No-flush pit toilets.
All campsites have a fire ring and picnic table and benches.
Campground Rules
Campfires when conditions permit and in the provided fire rings only. Usual permitted season: April - November. Check current campfire conditions.
Chopped firewood may be available. Bring your own in case none is available. Check current restrictions on the movement of wood, including 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 not permitted.
Do not empty waste from portable toilets into campground toilets. Carry waste out of the park for disposal in an authorised dump point.
Fees
A per person camping fee applies. There is no vehicle entry fee for Rapids Conservation Park.
Camping fee must be paid by Mastercard or VISA when booking.
No booking fee.
A fee may apply if you cancel or remove dates from a booking. Stricter conditions apply for peak periods. Current and upcoming peak periods for Rapids Conservation Park are:
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 September 2024
Monday 23 December 2024 - Saturday 11 January 2025
Friday 24 - Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 28 February - Sunday 2 March 2025
Safety information
Drinking water is not provided.
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.
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 Rapids Conservation Park 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.
Gallery
Activities
Camping
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Canebrake Pool Campground.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Rapids Conservation Park.