There is extensive peppermint and Tuart woodland behind the foreshore dunes, home to many Brushtail possums, and also some released Ringtail possums that are doing well.
Get Active
The park is very popular for aquatic recreation such as snorkelling and diving. There are long beaches with ample opportunity for fishing.
Wildlife to watch
The park is popular for bird watching with over 60 species being recorded.
Watch the dolphins at play on the southern and western sides of the peninsula.
When to go: Summer is the most popular season but the park is beautiful all year round, especially in spring when wildflowers abound.
Camping
There is camping within the park at the Belvidere camping area. Fees apply
Facilities
There are disabled facilities.
Your safety
- 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
Getting there
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park is in Australind, a two hour drive south of Perth and 15 minutes north of Bunbury.
Take the Old Coast Road from Bunbury to enjoy the views of the Leschenault Estuary before turning into the conservation park. Buffalo Road is sealed to the beach.
