- The Historical Cook Dam
Making your way to Cook Dam is an adventure within itself, yet upon reaching your destination, the payoff is truly worthwhile. Constructed in the 1930s to provide freshwater for steam engines at the Pinjarra train station, the dam now serves as a recreational delight with serene walk trails and picnic areas.
- The Majestic Mandurah Bridge
While the newly constructed Mandurah Bridge primarily serves as a vehicle bridge, it offers a sight to behold from below. With a footpath running underneath and around it, the bridge offers a glorious vista for daytime waterside walks or fishing from the platforms. At nighttime, the bridge illuminates in shades of yellow, pink, and blue, creating a beautiful spectacle in the water beneath.
- The Thrilling Dawesville Cut
If you’ve ever seen footage of a massive humpback whale coming unbelievably close to shore, Dawesville Cut was that location. Known locally as “the cut,” this 2.5km man-made structure is an ideal spot for walk hoping for a glimpse of another mammoth local.
- The Charming Dolphin Quay Marina
Stepping out of the usual spots in Perth and heading 45 minutes south, you’ll discover Dolphin Quay Marina, a vibrant urban village by the water frequented by dolphins. Abundant with restaurants, bars, arts, cultural hubs, boating tours, and activities, it promises a day of entertainment and exploration.
- The Tranquil Drakesbrook Weir
Swap ‘a day at the beach’ for ‘a day at the weir.’ Drakesbrook Weir, located in the hills of Waroona Dam, is a secluded haven offering the perfect spot for canoeing, kayaking, and picnicking on the shore. A short walk through the bush leads to a bronze plaque marking the discovery of WA’s Noisy Scrub Bird in 1942.
- The Idyllic Lake Navarino
Lake Navarino, an aquatic wonderland covering 145 hectares at full capacity, is a secret treasure. It’s a popular spot for water skiing and fishing for Rainbow Trout and freshwater marron. For those looking to extend their stay, a holiday park with caravan sites and self-contained cabins lies adjacent to the lake.
- Perfect for Photography: Mandurah Foreshore and Tuckey Lane
If you’re seeking the perfect frame for your photo, Mandurah provides ample opportunities. The heart sculpture on Mandurah’s Eastern Foreshore and the swing mural in Tuckey Lane are just two examples of the unique ‘Gram Game’ this area offers.
