Park guide

The proximity of Serpentine National Park to has made Facilities it a popular day-visit area. The park increased in size to • Gas barbecues (no fires allowed at any time) 4,500ha in 1988. The name ‘Serpentine’ has its origins from • Toilets the early settlers of the region, who named the area after the Serpentine in England. The shape of the river, which • Water reminded the early settlers of a serpent, also contributed Universal access towards the naming of the general region where the park is located. Serpentine National Park provides wheelchair access to some picnic areas. For more detailed information please contact The park is on the , the western edge of a the ranger or visit the Access WA website at huge, titled ancient plateau. Past weathering has resulted www.accesswa.com.au. in distinct landscapes of lateritic uplands, minor and major valleys, and abrupt scarps. The Serpentine River contributes How to get there to the landscape with the steep slopes of the river valley and

Serpentine National Park Travelling time is approximately one hour and 10 minutes from resistant granite outcrops giving rise to the unique feature Perth. Travel 26km south of Armadale, off South West Highway of the park – the Serpentine Falls. Here, during winter, the into Falls Road. white waters of the Serpentine River cascade into a swirling, rock-rimmed pool 15m below. Serpentine Falls has been Best time to visit one of the focal points of the area since the early European Spring for wildflowers, winter for the waterfall. settlers came in droves to swim, picnic and enjoy a day out Over the busy summer period, visitation to in the bush. Please note: Serpentine National Park may reach capacity. Recreational The park is open between 8.30am and 5pm daily. facilities will be closed once visitor capacity is reached. Entry fees Apart from those visitors already in the park, people will not be allowed to enter, either by vehicle or on foot. It is Entry fees apply. recommended that you arrive prior to 11am on weekends. Serpentine National Park or otheremergencyconditions. closed atshortnoticeduetofirerisk going. ensure someoneknowswhereyouare rely onmobilephonecoverage.Always take plentyofwaterwithyou.Donot footwear. Bemindfuloftheweatherand ground. Wear suitableclothingand Park expectsteepsectionsanduneven www.dpaw.wa.gov.au Ph: 92906100 Mundaring WA 6073 275 AllenRoad Perth HillsDistrict Important note:Theparkmaybe No firesareallowedwithinthepark. Fires Rangers, informationshelter. On-site information When walkinginSerpentineNational • •  • Walk trails • • • • What todo There isa200mwalktrail alongthe falls. Serpentine Riverwhichleadstothe summit. Excellent panoramic viewsatthe three hours forthereturn walk. difficult 6kmreturn walk.Allow Baldwin’s Bluff–amoderately wildflowers canbeseeninspring. five hours forthereturn walk.Lovely difficult 14kmreturn walk.Allow Kitty’s Gorge Trail –amoderately Photography Wildlife observation Picnicking Bushwalking

• Donotcross overtheweirat • Rocksatthefallsare slipperywhen • Swimmingisnotrecommended. The • Glass, alcohol,eskiesandchairs are Visitor safety • Serpentine Falls. not climborjumpfrom therocks. wet orwhenyouhavefeet.Do hazards andisuntreated. water hasvaryingdepths, submerged prohibited atthefalls. the park. encountered whenwalkingwithin Loose andunevensurfacesmaybe This document is available in alternative formats on request. This documentis availableinalternativeformatson request. • Pleasedonotfeedthekangaroos • • Caring forthereserve The takingofflora andfaunais Pets are notallowedinthepark. the kangaroos. infringements topeoplewhofeed plant shoots. Rangers mayissue vegetation suchasgrass andnative unsuitable food.Theirdietconsistsof can becomeveryillfrom eating or othernativeanimals. Kangaroos prohibited. Information current atApril2014.

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