Beskrivning
Lake Richmond is a perennial freshwater lake (approx 1 km x 0.6 km) that is perched about one metre above sea level, and is up to 15 metres deep. The lake evolved from a marine embayment and historically contained saline water. Lake Richmond is an important ecosystem for thrombolites and waterbirds.
Lake Richmond is excellent for walking, bird watching and nature observation. A walk trail borders part of the lake, and leads to a boardwalk on the northern shore. A viewing platform is sited on the eastern shore.
Key birds are Australian Pelican, Pied Stilt and Whistling Kite.
Detaljer
Tillgänglighet
Lake Richmond lies in the city of Rockinham. The lake can be accessed at multiple places around its perimeter but, surprisingly, a dedicated parking area has not been provided. However, street parking is available adjacent to the viewing platform. Click on the P for directions. Note that the western part of this walk, next to a main road, is not particularly interesting and can be omitted if desired. The circular walk around the lake is about 3 km.
Terräng och habitat
Våtmark , Sjö , Spridda träd och buskarFörhållanden
PlattRundtur
JaTubkikare behövs?
Kan vara användbartBästa säsong för skådning
Året runtBästa tid för ett besök
VårRutt
Bred stigHur ansträngande vandring
Lätt vandringNås
Till fotsFågeltorn / plattform
JaExtra information
Picnic tables and a barbecue are located at the north west corner of the reserve. There are no toilets.
Länkar
- Lake Richmond is part of Rockingham Lakes Regional Park
- Lake Richmond is an eBird hotspot.
- Wikipedia on Lake Richmond.

