The shared use path around Lake Joondalup is 16km long - great for a cycle but quite a big commitment for a walk. There are some really...

The shared use path around Lake Joondalup has some stunning lake views. Having frequently walked on the Joondalup side we decided to explore the Wanneroo side. Starting from the Rotary Park Opportunity Playspace we walked south one day and north the next day. Both walks, on flat paved pathways, were about an hour long return. Setting off south from the playground we walked past the soccer and AFL fields at Scenic Park with it's small playground. The path then opened out w

After walking south from Rotary Park to Studmaster Park we decided to follow the shared use path north. This flat walk is not as scenic as the southern section but the wide open spaces make it a great place to ride with your kids as you can see well ahead. Again we started from the Rotary Park Opportunity Playspace on Scenic Drive in Wanneroo. We walked past the lovely Moreton Bay fig trees spreading their roots next to the path just past Rotary Park. There are some exerc

EDIT MARCH 2026 - Playground is closed for renovation. Grab your picnic and head to Opportunity Playspace at Rotary Park in Wanneroo, a playground designed for a half day visit. It is an all abilities playground with barbecue and picnic facilities, water fountains, toilets and a bike repair station. Although the road side section is fenced the fence does not fully enclose the playground. Being so close to the lake there is a snake risk here and in Spring there can be swoop

Starting at Neil Hawkins Park and heading north this time was a different experience to the southern walk. Depending on the time of...

The first day of Spring needs to be celebrated outdoors so we set off for a quick walk before tackling the weekend chores. Beenyup Swamp...

Catching a brief spot of sunshine on another wet weekend we went down to Yellagonga Regional Park and walked from Neil Hawkins to Picnic...