Hidden Gems - Samson Park - Samson
- Out and About
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
Sir Frederick Samson Memorial Reserve (Samson Park) is a significant Bush Forever reserve with substantial Jarrah, Marri and Tuart woodland. The reserve is home to over 50 bird species, reptiles and bats and it features an abundance of native plants so is spectacular in Spring.
Traditionally part of the lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people the site was taken over by the Armed Forces during WWII and established as Melville Military Camp. The camp was demolished in 1955 and in 1971 the land was reserved for a neighbourhood park.
Informal parking is available off Selenger Drive where you will find information signs and the toilet block. A green band runs through the centre of the park with a dated playground, barbecues and basketball court. Dogs are permitted off lead in this area.
The perimeter of the park is pristine bushland and features 4 short walking trails: Banksia and Woodland on the western side...
and Tuart and Koolbardi to the east of the green corridor. Dogs are permitted on lead through the bush trails. Winding through the bush trails will take up to half an hour. There is interpretive signage along the trails identifying trees and plants and the size of the balga trees is impresssive!
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In the spirit of reconciliation Out and About- Family Nature Connection acknowledges the traditional owners of the Wadjak Boodjar (Perth land) and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
As always when hiking in the bush please help to reduce the spread of Phytophthora Dieback by sticking to the tracks and paths, staying out of quarantined areas and, if possible, clean your shoes before and after hiking. A spray of 70% methylated spirit and 30% water can be effective.
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