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Membenup Picnic Area

We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Tuart Forest National Park.

Stop for a picnic along Tuart Drive.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Membenup Picnic Area
Bronwyn Wells

About this place

Membenup is a peaceful roadside rest stop with views of majestic tall Tuart trees and a picnic table in open peppermint woodland. An information sign describes the history of forestry in the area and what it is that makes the Tuart trees special.

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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 not permitted in this park.

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

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Tuart trees
Membenup Picnic Area
Bronwyn Wells
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Parking area and information shelter at Membenup Picnic Site
Membenup Picnic Area
Bronwyn Wells
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Looking up into the Tuart trees at Membenup Picnic Site
Membenup Picnic Area
Bronwyn Wells
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Picnic bench at Membenup Picnic Site
Membenup Picnic Area
Bronwyn Wells
Tuart trees
Looking up into the Tuart trees at Membenup Picnic Site

Facilities

Picnic table

Activities

Picnicking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Membenup Picnic Area.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Tuart Forest National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Tuart Forest National Park is free.

Site access

The picnic bench and information sign are right next to the parking area. There are no steps or kerbs.

Toilets

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

Park office / Contact

Blackwood District (Busselton) Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9752 5555

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West

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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