For all group site booking enquiries or to make a group site booking please contact Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre on (08) 9290 6736 or email lake@mundaring.wa.gov.au.
Please ensure your camping equipment and vehicle, including any annexes or extensions, fit within the footprint of the site.
Cancellation Policy
The following refunds will be offered for cancellations:
- 100% refund up to 14 days prior to the booking date
- 50% refund from 14 to 7 days prior to the booking date
- No refund if cancelled less than 7 days prior to the booking date
Refunds will be processed to the payment method or credit card used at the time of booking.
You are permitted to make one change of date, providing at least 7 days' notice is given. An exact date must be provided at the time of changing the booking, and the revised date must be within a year of the original booking. Cancellation of the amended booking (up to 7 days prior to the booking date) will result in 50% refund. There will be no refunds if the amended booking is cancelled less than 7 days prior to the booking.
Refunds - Group Bookings
For group site bookings cancelled more than 28 days prior to the booking date, a 50% refund is payable. Please contact lake@mundaring.wa.gov.au to organise the refund.
For group site bookings cancelled 28 days or less prior to the booking date, no refund is applicable.
A full refund will be available for all campground bookings when the Fire Danger Ratings cause Lake Leschenaultia to close, or in an emergency situation. In these instances, patrons will be notified at the earliest possible opportunity and offered a change of date or a full refund for the dates unable to be used.
Anti-social behaviour
Lake Leschenaultia is a family friendly campground in a nature reserve. It is not a party venue. Guests displaying anti-social, offensive or disruptive behaviour will be asked to leave the campground.
Alcohol
Alcohol is permitted at the campgrounds, however responsible consumption and behaviour is expected. Underage drinking will not be tolerated and police will be called.
After hours entry
If you need to leave the park after hours please ensure you lock the main gate (with your allocated facility key).
Age restrictions
- At least one parent or guardian must be present and responsible at all times for young people under 18 years of age.
- Bookings for groups of unaccompanied young people will not be permitted and proof of age may be required.
- Parents are responsible for their children (for their safety and the comfort of others).
BBQ cooking facilities
- The campground kitchen is equipped with an electric BBQ.
- Personal gas and electric BBQ's and burners may be used on your campsite but they must only be used in a cleared area, and must not be used during a declared Total Fire Ban.
- Please note that during Prohibited Burning Period (generally December-March) and during High Fire Danger, Weber-type BBQ's, roasting pits, pizza ovens or any solid fuel coals or heat beads are not permitted.
Campground kitchen
The campground kitchen is equipped with:
- Fridge/freezer
- Hot and cold water (suitable for drinking).
- Electric BBQ
- Microwave and kettle
- Food preparation bench.
Campground Host
The Shire of Mundaring uses campground host volunteers to assist campers, monitor behaviour and evacuate the campsite in the event of an emergency after hours.
Check-in procedure
Camp sites are available from 12pm. Campers need to register, pick up gate key and pay any additional fees at the Park Office between 3.30pm and 5pm. Late arrivals by prior arrangement only - strictly no check-ins after 8pm.
Check-out procedure
Check-out, site vacation and key return must occur no later than 10am on the day of departure. A key drop box is located adjacent to the Park Office door.
Fires
No campfire is to be left unattended at any time. Campfires may only be lit within the designated fire pits provided at each campsite. Fires are not permitted on days with a High Fire Danger Rating or higher (Swan Inland North), regardless of the burning periods outlined below
- Prohibited burning period (generally December, January, February and March) – no campfires permitted. This period may be extended earlier or later, depending on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
- Restricted burning period (generally April, May, October and November) – Campfires will be allowed at the discretion of the Shire. Considerations include prevailing weather conditions, existing fuel loads within the park and fire danger trends. If fires are permitted, they are allowed from 6pm to 11pm and must be completely extinguished by midnight. This means no heat, smoke, steam, or white ash should remain.
- Unrestricted burning (generally June, July, August and September) – campfires are permitted.
Burning periods and updates can be checked here.
No collection of firewood or sticks is permitted within the park grounds.
Fire pit
Each site is equipped with its own metal fire pit, featuring a swivel hotplate and a hanging hook.
Firewood
Firewood is available for purchase from the Office. Please comply with all fire restrictions in place at the time of your visit.
No collection of firewood is permitted within the park grounds.
Facilities key
All sites are issued a facility key that can access Number 5 Emergency Exit Gate, the toilet blocks and the main entry gate. A lost key charge of $72 will be pursued for any lost or un-returned keys.
Prohibited at the lake
To help everyone have an enjoyable experience and to keep the lake safe and clean, the following are prohibited at the lake:
- Dogs - except registered Assistance Dogs (an authorisation card must be carried when entering the park)
- All other pets (i.e. cats, horses/ponies, etc)
- Motorised boats or model boats
- Sailing boats
- Confetti, funny string, party poppers, or water balloons
- Glass bottles on the sand or in the water
- Off-road motorbikes or vehicles
- Tent/shade pegs on lawn areas (to avoid breaking reticulation lines)
- All motorised aircraft (including drones, which can only be used with prior approval of the Shire). Please email shire@mundaring.wa.gov.au to request permission
- Fishing.
Site power
Sites 1 to 22 have access to power boxes. A minimum 15m extension lead is required to reach each site.
Tent pegs
Please note you will need strong pegs, at least 10mm diameter, to cater for the hard ground, or bring an electric drill with a 200-300mm long masonry auger, sized for your pegs.
Valuables
Please do not leave any valuable items outside your tent overnight or during the day if you are away from your site. No responsibility will be taken by Park Management for any loss or damage to persons, property or equipment.
Visitors
Only the nominated number of people on the booking are allowed to camp overnight on the booked site. Visitors must leave before park closing time.
Wastewater
No waste water is to be discharged onto the ground. Internal plumbing can only be used in camping vehicles that have a greywater tank installed and that this tank must be emptied off site. There is NOT a dump point at the camp ground or surrounding area.
Water
The lake water is only used for irrigation purposes. Mains water supply is used for all showers and taps and is safe to drink.