1 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min to 1 h 15 min 1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min
6.1 km
circuit
↑ 61 m ↓ -61 m
Smooth & flat
Starting from the Bibra Lake Reserve Carpark on Progress Drive, Bibra Lake, this walk takes you on a circuit around the perimeter of Bibra Lake. Bibra Lake Reserve is a great place for a range of outdoor activities, as there is a 6km cycle and walking path around the whole lake, with clear markings all the way around. The reserve has a thriving population of ducks, swamp hens, swans and many other birds. On the western side of the lake, a bird hide on a floating pontoon provides great bird watching opportunities in a tranquil setting. There is also a short jetty to walk along, which has nice views over the lake. Shaded picnic areas, barbecues, toilets and change rooms are available for those wanting to spend more time here. Drinking fountains and toilets can be found on both sides of the lake. There's a great adventure playground for the children, with features and designs that draw on local wildlife, fauna and aboriginal heritage. There is also a food van parked near the playground selling various cuisines, drinks, ice cream and coffee. The cement path is suitable for wheelchairs and prams due to it having mild slopes rather than steps. All of the facilities have been designed to be fully accessible to people with a disability. Dogs on a lead are welcome in the reserve, but are not permitted inside the fenced area of the playground. Keep an eye out for your children and pets at all times, as some sections of the track are next to the road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.
Turn on to Farrington Road Exit then drive for 330 m
Keep right onto Farrington Road Exit and drive for another 80 m
Turn right onto Farrington Road and drive for another 720 m
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Farrington Road and drive for another 450 m
Turn left onto Bibra Drive and drive for another 270 m
Keep left onto Bibra Drive and drive for another 175 m
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Bibra Drive and drive for another 315 m
Turn right onto Hope Road and drive for another 30 m
Turn slight left onto Hope Road and drive for another 1.3 km
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Progress Drive and drive for another 800 m
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Track Notes
Turn by turn instructions & maps
Getting started From the Bibra Lake Reserve Carpark on Progress Drive, Bibra Lake, head along the cement path towards the lake. When you reach the designated riverside walking track, turn left. Follow the cement path keeping the lake to your right to continue along Bibra Lake Loop(clockwise).....
Turn map
Directions & comments
Start.
After 370 m pass the "Bibra Lake Regional Playground" (45 m on your left).
After another 275 m turn right.
After another 190 m continue straight.
After another 560 m continue straight.
The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to a bird hide where you can view ducks, swamp hens, swans and many other birds, as mentioned in the description. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 200 m continue straight.
The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to a jetty, where you can sit and have a closer look at the lake. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn around when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 310 m continue straight.
After another 35 m continue straight.
After another 95 m continue straight.
After another 620 m continue straight.
After another 25 m continue straight.
After another 30 m turn right, to head along Bibra Drive.
After another 185 m veer right.
After another 30 m turn right.
After another 25 m turn left.
After another 540 m continue straight.
After another 720 m continue straight.
After another 360 m continue straight.
Keep right.
After another 165 m veer right.
After another 330 m turn right.
After another 200 m continue straight.
After another 135 m continue straight.
Keep right.
After another 60 m pass the toilet (40 m on your left).
After another 430 m continue straight.
After another 210 m come to a playground .
The end.
This optional side trip takes you to a jetty, where you can sit and have a closer look at the lake.
Turn map
Directions & comments
Start.
After another 200 m cross the bridge
After another 35 m come to the end.
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 235 m to the main route.
This optional side trip takes you to a bird hide where you can view ducks, swamp hens, swans and many other birds, as mentioned in the description.
Turn map
Directions & comments
Start.
After another 180 m veer left.
After another 40 m come to "Bird Hide".
Bird Hide
Bird Hide
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The end.
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 220 m to the main route.
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Terrain
Know the Hills, grading & facilities
Bibra Lake Loop
Grading
Class 1/6
Smooth & flat
Length
6.1 km
Time
1 h 30 min to 2 h
Quality of track
Smooth and hardened path (1/6)
Gradient
Flat, no steps (1/6)
Signage
Clearly signposted (1/6)
Infrastructure
Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)
Experience Required
No experience required (1/6)
Weather
Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)