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About Serpentine Falls
Serpentine Falls is a beautiful tiered waterfall cascading over granite boulders in Serpentine National Park, approximately 55 km south of Perth. The falls flow into a clear, jade-green pool perfect for swimming, surrounded by jarrah forest and granite outcrops. It is one of the most popular half-day escapes from Perth, offering swimming, picnicking, and short walks through scenic bushland.
About
Serpentine Falls is a beautiful tiered waterfall cascading over granite boulders in Serpentine National Park, approximately 55 km south of Perth. The falls flow into a clear, jade-green pool perfect for swimming, surrounded by jarrah forest and granite outcrops. It is one of the most popular half-day escapes from Perth, offering swimming, picnicking, and short walks through scenic bushland.
Warnings
Getting There
55 km south of Perth via Kwinana Freeway (South Western Highway). Turn off at Jarrahdale Road then Serpentine Falls Road.
Visitor Tips
- •Visit after winter rain (July–September) for the most impressive falls
- •Morning visits avoid the largest crowds on summer weekends
- •Jarrah Forest walk from the car park is an easy 1 km nature loop
- •Perth's closest national park waterfall — excellent half-day from the city
Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- Regional
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Paid
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Best Time
- July to November (best water flow after winter rains); spring for wildflowers
- Hours
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Location
- Region
- Perth Hills / Peel
- State
- Western Australia
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