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About the lake
Lake Leschenaultia is a 168 hectare bushland well-known for its canoeing, swimming, cycling and barbeque facilities. The Lake is the perfect spot for a family outing with cool shaded areas, lawns, white sand beaches and playground equipment.
Please note that dogs* and other pets are prohibited at the lake.
(*Except where a dog is approved in writing by the Shire or are registered Assistance Dogs (an authorisation card must be carried when entering the park).
Location and directions
Lake Leschenaultia is located at 2135 Rosedale Road, Chidlow, just 45 minutes east of the Perth CBD and is accessed via Great Eastern Highway.
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Entry and opening hours
Entry into Lake Leschenaultia is free.
The lake is usually open every day of the year as follows, except for the instances listed below under Fire Danger Ratings and lake closures.
- Monday to Friday - gates open at 8.30am
- Weekends - gates open at 8am.
Gates close half an hour after sunset all year round.
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Fire Danger Ratings and lake closures
Safety protocols determining the opening and closing of Lake Leschenaultia have been updated to align with the Australian Fire Danger Rating System, which uses four categories and Fire Behaviour Index (FBI) to explain the fire risks - Moderate, High, Extreme, and Catastrophic (refer to Swan Inland North for the 4 day Fire Danger Ratings forecast).
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Fire Danger Rating Moderate to Extreme
(FBI 12 to 59)
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Fire Danger Rating Extreme
(FBI 60 to 74) |
Fire Danger Rating Extreme
(FBI 75 and above) |
Fire Danger Rating Catastrophic
(FBI 100 and over)
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Lake is open to visitors and campers
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Lake is partially open to visitors and campers. Access to the West Beach parking area and mountain bike trails may be restricted. |
Lake is closed to visitors and campers |
Lake is closed to visitors and campers |
Visitors to the lake are reminded that it's imperative to recognise that weather conditions can be unpredictable, and circumstances may change at short notice.
Therefore, visitors to the lake are encouraged to remain vigilant, continue to monitor Emergency WA for potential updates.
We also encourage visitors to check the Lake Leschenaultia Facebook page for potential updates.
Check the Lake Closures in Bushfire Season page for more details, or call Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre on (08) 9290 6736 to check on the current FDR status before visiting the lake.
Lake facilities and services
The Lake has cool shaded areas, lawns, white sand beaches and playground equipment.
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More information and contact
Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre can answer most enquiries relating to Lake Leschenaultia. They also make group campsite bookings and reserve shelters and lawn areas.
The visitor centre can be contacted via phone on (08) 9290 6736 or visit in person at 7225 Great Eastern Highway during the following times:
- Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 4pm
- Sunday and most public holidays* from 10am to 2.30pm
*Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Good Friday.
See also:
Lake Use Safety and Restrictions (what is prohibited)