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The City of Joondalup, with over 300 parks and reserves, offers some of the best parks in Perth, perfect for gatherings, picnics, and exercise. Many of these parks are located along the coast, allowing visitors to enjoy both parks and beaches.

Whitford Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub is a fitness fanatics dream. Park goers can record their time on Australia’s largest outdoor park warrior course, utilise the outdoor exercise equipment, complete the running tracks or climb the exercise staircase and be spoilt with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean at the top. Hillarys Beach is just over the dunes for those needing to cool down with a swim post workout.

Whitford Nodes is also a great place to enjoy a picnic while they kids play on the playground or wear themselves out running around on the grass. Toilet facilities and public parking are also available.

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picnic perfect sunsets

A favourite picnic spot for the locals and a must visit for visitors to the region, Tom Simpson Park sits perfectly alongside Mullaloo Beach and is the perfect place to take in the stunning sunsets over the Indian Ocean. The park offers picnic shelters, BBQs, abundant grassed areas and two playgrounds – one designed for younger kids and the other for the big kid explorers.

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bikes and bushland

For those who love bikes and bushland, the Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails in Yellagonga Regional Park offer a fantastic adventure. Located off Lakeside Drive on the north-western side of Lake Joondalup, this seven-kilometre trail network is suitable for all ages, fitness levels, and abilities, with trails designed for both beginner and intermediate riders. The trails provide an open view to the lake and complement the surrounding bushland setting, making it a perfect spot for a family-friendly biking day. The park features a carpark, toilets, a large pavilion shelter, and interpretive signage, providing a well-rounded experience for visitors.

Additionally, Shepherds Bush Park and Reserve is ideal for kids, with a playground and bike skills trail for younger kids, and a pump and jump track for more experienced riders. It’s also a top biodiversity spot for nature lovers to explore the unique flora and fauna of Western Australia. Wander the nature paths and discover the rich biodiversity this area has to offer. The name Yalbunullup, chosen in consultation with Traditional Owners, reflects the traditional Noongar name for the site and its culturally significant history, acknowledging Yellagonga, the aboriginal leader of the Mooro people.

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hidden gem of the north

If you’re visiting the Joondalup City Centre and have some extra time on your hands, head to Neil Hawkins Park. Situated on the edge of Lake Joondalup within Yellagonga Regional Park, Neil Hawkins Park provides a shaded sanctuary away from the bustle of the City Centre. Relax by the jetty or the playground and take in the surrounds, or for those who have planned a visit, use the park as the departure/return point for a bike ride around Lake Joondalup dual use path trail.

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