Destination information

Australia’s sunniest capital city, Perth embraces a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Beautiful white sandy beaches and great places to swim, snorkel and scuba dive in Marmion Marine Park and Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Visit Penguin Island by boat, kayak or paddle board.

The Swan River (Derbarl Yerrigan) winds through the metropolitan area. Matilda Bay Reserve is the ideal picnic place or play on the waters or the Swan Estuary Marine Park.  At the heart is the Swan and Canning Riverpark which is a vibrant recreational playground. Observing nature is possible at Herdsman Lake and Rockingham Lakes, which are both Regional Parks. In spring, wildflowers are blooming everywhere. 

Most parks can be visited for a day, check out the koalas at Yanchep National Park or head to the Perth Hills and visit John Forrest National Park. Lane Poole Reserve is not far away and there are many different campgrounds to choose from. If you are heading to Perth, be sure to visit one or all of these places in Destination Perth.

The Nearer to Nature team brings you a great variety of activities in parks for school holidays, school incursions or excursions throughout the Destination Perth region. Find out more.

footbridge crossing flowing waters across rocks in native forest landscape

John Forrest National Park

Not just a one trick pony, John Forrest National Park is a hidden gem in the Perth Hills. 

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View of metala nd wooden structures at the start of the Bibbulmun Track walk in Kalamunda

Kalamunda National Park

Take a short drive from Perth to start your Bibbulmun Track bushwalking adventure! 
 

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Two people sitting on the lawn looking at the Perth city skyline.

Kings Park

One of the world's largest and most beautiful inner city parks with a rich cultural heritage. The gateway to exploring Western Australia's national, conservation and marine parks. 

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Rainbow over the Lions Lookout Walk Trail in Korung National Park

Korung National Park

A wonderland of colour in springtime with plenty of walk trails through the park.

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Aerial view of river with tow people paddling in kayaks

Lane Poole Reserve

Take it to the limit on one of the many tracks, trails and watercourses criss-crossing through Lane Poole Reserve or simply kick back, relax and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the forest. All just over an hour from Perth.  

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Len Howard Conservation Park

Len Howard Conservation Park

What birds will you spot at Len Howard Conservation Park?

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Manning Reserve viewed looking eastwards from the top of Manning Stairs

Manning Reserve
Beeliar

There are plenty of places to walk, picnic and relax in this peaceful reserve, with a large picnic area next to Manning Lake. Visit the Azelia Ley Homestead to see what colonial life was like.

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View of people snorkelling in clear blue water

Marmion Marine Park

Take the plunge into a submerged watery wonderland right on Perth’s doorstep. You might be surprised at what you can see.

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At the base of Marrinup Falls

Marrinup State Forest

Walk through the forest to a small waterfall, ride a mountain bike trail, or camp under the stars in the forest west of Dwellingup.

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People sitting on shore looking at view of Perth city skyline

Matilda Bay Reserve

Reserved for you! A grassy, shady spot with front-row views of the river and the city.

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Rocks in Midgegooroo National Park

Midgegooroo National Park

A small national park in the Perth Hills.

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Milyu Nature Reserve

Milyu Nature Reserve
Swan Estuary

Right next to the Kwinana Freeway is an area where waders and waterbirds come to feed and rest.

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