Herdsman Lake
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| Location | Western Australia |
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| Basin countries | Australia |
| Max. length | 2.5 km |
| Max. width | 2 km |
| Surface area | 3 km² |
Herdsman Lake (also known as Herdsmans Lake) is a groundwater lake located 6 km north-west of Perth in the suburb of Herdsman.
The lake is encompassed by Herdsman Lake Regional Park. It measures 2.5 km from north to south, and 2 km from east to west, totaling over 3 km² (300 hectares).[1] The perimeter of lake is dredged to provide permanent open water, 15% of the area,[1] during the dry summer months. The lake is a wildlife sanctuary, with birdwatching a popular activity.
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[edit] Attractions
Attractions within the park include the Olive Seymour Boardwalk, Herdsman Lake Wildlife Centre and Settler's Cottage. Walking, cycling, picnicking, bird watching and wildflower spotting are popular activities in the park.
Facilities include picnic areas, Herdsman Lake Wildlife Education Centre, boardwalks, bird hides and Settler's Cottage. Disabled access is provided.
[edit] Facts
- Almost 80% of the lake is covered with Typha rush (Typha orientalis), an introduced weed.
- In summer, most of the lake is dry.
- 15% of the lake is permanent deep water.
- In the 1830s, the lake was a possible water supply for Perth.
- In 1936, the lake was almost used as an alternative airport.
- Herdsman Lake was declared a regional park in 1999.[2]
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ a b www.wagouldleague.com.au About Herdsman Lake Regional Park. Accessed 21 February 2005.
- ^ www.naturebase.net Herdsman Lake Regional Park. Accessed 21 March 2005.
