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Lake Powell Nature Reserve

Western Australia  >  Australia

This is an excellent spot to observe waterbirds including ducks, cormorants, herons, egrets and spoonbills.

Added* by Anonymous eBirder
Most recent update 19 februára 2026

Description

Located off the Lower Denmark Road near Elleker. A short walk leads to a well-hidden bird hide. This is an excellent spot to observe waterbirds including ducks, cormorants, herons, egrets and spoonbills.

The very rare Australasian Bittern has been observed near the drainage channel. Bush birds including SW endemic Red-eared Firetail and Red-winged Fairywren are found along the access track.

A bird hide is available for viewing water birds, with access paths leading from the parking area.

Details

Access

Located off the Lower Denmark Road near Elleker, Lake Powell Nature Reserve in Western Australia, located near Elleker/Grasmere west of Albany, is accessible via a gravel turn-off on Lower Denmark Road (opposite Old School Road).

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Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Wetland , Lake

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

Lake Powell NR is a key component of the Torbay Catchment lake system - see link.

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