From Department of Environment and Conservation:

Named to honour a leader of the Mooro Aboriginal people, Yellagonga Regional Park protects an important chain of wetlands and surrounding bushland. The diversity of these habitats supports a wide variety of wildlife. Nestled between the cities of Joondalup and Wanneroo, the park runs north-south and provides a number of excellent picnicking locations.

Download the Yellagonga Regional Park Management Plan (2.78 MB 2007-02-06 14:54:49)

Nearest DEC office:
Regional Parks Unit, Level 1, 4-6 Short St, Fremantle WA 6959

Other park contacts:
DEC manages the Yellagonga Regional Park in collaboration with the City of Joondalup and the City of Wanneroo.

Yellagonga Regional Park is home to several volunteer groups. Contact DEC on 9431 6500 to find out more about volunteering in the park.

Region: Perth
Where is it?: It is located approximately 20km north of Perth City and adjoins the city centres of Joondalup and Wanneroo.
Travelling time: Approximately 30 minutes drive from Perth City.
Access: Access to the park is via Wanneroo Road and Joondalup Drive which flank the park on the east and west respectfully. Ocean Reef Road, Whitfords Avenue and Hepburn Avenue also provide convenient access and connectivity to the park. Direct access to the main recreation node, Neil Hawkins Park, is via Boas Avenue. Other areas of interest such as Joondalup Park, Scenic Park and the Wanneroo Recreation Centre can be accessed via Scenic Drive. The heritage sites of Perry's Paddock and Cockman House are located off Ocean Reef Road. Parking is available at Neil Hawkins Park, Joondalup Park and Scenic Drive Park. Quiet streets surrounding the park enable easy walking and cycling access to the park for local residents. Train stations within walking distance of the Park are Joondalup, Currambine and Edgewater. TransPerth operates bus services to areas surrounding the park with many routes adjoining the park.
Best season: Yellagonga Regional Park is a great place to visit all year round.
What to see and do: Attractions within the park include Neil Hawkins Park, Lake Joondalup, Lake Goollelal, Beenyup Swamp, Walluburnup Swamp, and the historic sites of Luisini Winery and Perry�s Paddock. Walking, wildflower spotting, picnicking and cycling are popular activities in the park.
Facilities: Neil Hawkins Park is the main recreation area and has grassed picnic areas, tables, BBQs, toilets, play equipment, car parking and park information. It is a short walk from Joondalup Train and Bus Station.

Last Updated on Sunday, 13 May 2012 16:01