Description
Creery Wetlands Nature Reserve is located on the north-eastern side of the Peel Inlet, adjacent to the Mariners Cove residential estate and south-east of the Mandurah Bypass bridge. Walking trails, viewing platforms and information panels are all part of the Creery experience. The Wetlands are an important habitat for waterbirds, including 22 species of migratory shorebirds.
Details
Access
Creery Wetlands is located in the town of Mandurah, approximately 80 km south of Perth. Visitors will need wheels. Creery Wetlands access is via an unlocked gated fence located adjacent to Mariner's Cove. Parking is available near the gate. Two other gates have been provided (not shown on the map) but mostly for the convenience of local residents. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , River , Scattered trees and bushes , Moors/heathland , Mud flatsConditions
Open landscape , WetCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year round , Summer , AutumnBest time to visit
AutumnRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Caution - mosquitos can be a problem. This walk is easily combined with the Samphire Cove place - see link.
Links
- Urban Bushland Council - Treasures Pages - Creery Wetland
- Creery Wetland is an eBird hotspot
- Trails WA - Creery Wetland
- Samphire Cove.