Lane Poole Reserve

Lane Poole Reserve is a large protected area in Western Australia containing native forests, woodlands, and a natural section of the Murray River flowing through it. The landscape encompasses different habitat types spread across an extensive conservation zone in the region.

The reserve came into being during the 1980s when several separate conservation areas were united into one large protected zone and named after Charles Lane Poole, an early forest conservator. This consolidation represented a major effort to safeguard the landscape for the future.

The reserve holds meaning for local Indigenous communities whose stories and traditional relationship with the land continue to shape how people understand this place. Visitors walking through the area can sense this deep cultural connection woven into the landscape and its ongoing importance to the region.

The reserve has several camping areas spread throughout where visitors can stay overnight and explore the area. It helps to check access routes and current conditions before visiting to make the most of your time there.

The Murray River flows freely without dams through this area, which is uncommon for this major river in this part of Australia. This natural flow creates special habitats that support wildlife found nowhere else nearby.

Location: Shire Of Murray

GPS coordinates: -33.15114,116.34235

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21