Herdsman Lake Regional Park is Perth’s largest inner metropolitan wetland and consists of permanent water bodies, seasonally dry wetlands and open parklands. It is part of a narrow chain of wetlands that extends parallel to the coast from Yanchep in the north to Mandurah in the south. It is home to over 100 species of birds and serves as an important breeding ground and a summer refuge for migratory birds. This park has a rich history and cultural heritage. Local Noongar an

Herdsman Lake is a wonderful trail for a walk or a cycle but at 7km it is perhaps a bit long for little legs. Why not try the shorter loop around picturesque Floreat Lakes from Popeye Lake either on foot or by bike? The best place to start this trail is the Herdsman Lake Regional Car Park off Jon Sanders Drive. The lake here is named Popeye Lake and there is a small dated playground here. The shared use path goes right around the lake and we have walked this loop on a diffe