Jandakot Regional Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jandakot Regional Park Western Australia
Wandi Nature Reserve, part of Jandakot Regional Park
Jandakot Regional Park Location in Western Australia
Nearest town or city	City of Armadale City of Canning City of Cockburn City of Gosnells City of Kwinana Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale
Established	1997
Area	2,362 hectares
Managing authorities	Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Website	Jandakot Regional Park

Jandakot Regional Park is a special conservation area in Western Australia. It's about 20 kilometers south of Perth. This park helps protect nature and offers places for people to enjoy the outdoors.

The park was created in 1997. It was first called the Jandakot Botanic Park. It covers a large area of 2,362 hectares. This area is not all connected in one piece. Instead, it's made up of several smaller parts. These parts stretch from the southern end of Jandakot Airport down to south of Casuarina Prison.

The park is managed by several local councils. These include the Cities of Armadale, Cockburn, and Kwinana. In Western Australia, regional parks are important. They are chosen because they have amazing nature, beautiful landscapes, and offer fun activities.

Why Regional Parks Are Important

Regional parks like Jandakot are very special. They are areas of land that have been set aside. This is done to protect their unique natural beauty. They also provide places for people to relax and enjoy nature.

These parks are important for many reasons:

• They protect different types of plants and animals.
• They offer green spaces for city residents.
• They provide places for outdoor activities.

Park History

The idea for public parks in Western Australia started a long time ago. In 1955, a report suggested saving private land. This land would be used for public parks in the future. This led to the creation of the Perth Metropolitan Region in 1963.

Later, in 1983, experts looked at areas with important nature. They also looked at places with beautiful views and good spots for recreation. In 1989, the government decided who would manage these parks. The Department of Conservation and Land Management took on this job.

Jandakot Regional Park is a key part of a network of reserves. These reserves are in the south-east of Perth. While not many people visit for recreation, it's a vital link for nature. Horse riders are the main group who use the park for fun.

Areas of Jandakot Regional Park

Jandakot Regional Park is made up of several main sections. Each of these areas helps protect the environment. They also offer different natural features.

The major areas that form Jandakot Regional Park include:

• Canning Vale Estate
• Anstey Estate
• Banjup Estate
• Anketell Estate
• Sandy Lake Estate
• Casuarina Estate

More Information

You can find more details about Jandakot Regional Park. The Parks and Wildlife Service website has information.

• Parks and Wildlife Service: Jandakot Regional Park