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John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial

We recognise and acknowledge Wiilman people as the traditional owners of Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.

Learn about the life of 1860's Irish republican convict John Boyle O’Reilly.

No dogs

No park entry fee

John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

About this place

Take a scenic walk through the paperbark and tuart forest where there are picnic benches, lookouts and toilets. All facilities are accessible to mobility-impaired visitors. It is advisable to wear an insect repellant at this location.

Back to Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park Back to Kalgulup Regional Park

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!

  • the use of unlicensed off-road motorbikes or vehicles within Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park is strictly forbidden. 
  • mosquito repellent is a must when visiting the Peninsula.

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John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial

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Information shelter and path from the parking area at the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Information shelter and path from the parking area

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Picnic bench next to the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Picnic bench next to the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial

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Paperbark trees on the walk around the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial site
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Swamp Paperbark trees

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Tuart and peppermint woodland
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Tuart and peppermint woodland

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Tuart trees with green undergrowth
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Tuart trees

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Tuarts and paperbarks
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

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bright yellow flowers on ground foliage
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Hibbertia

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View of the paperbark swamp
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

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Boardwalk through the green landscape
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

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Accessible toilets at John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial
Bronwyn Wells

Accessible toilets

Facilities

There is an interpretive shelter and a walktrail to enjoy.

Toilet

Shade shelter

Picnic table

Lookout/Deck

Activities

Bushwalking

Picnicking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Wiilman people as the traditional owners of Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park is free.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible

Park office / Contact

Collie Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9735 1988

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West
Bunbury

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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    Safety

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    Plan your activity

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

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    Access friendly places

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