DOG RULES
1. Dogs must be kept on a restraint (not exceeding 1.2 metres in length) at all times.
2. The dog must be in the care of a person capable of controlling the dog.
3. You must pick up any faeces immediately and dispose of them in an appropriate manner. Dog Poop bags are available next to the office.
4.Dogs must be kept away from the BBQ area and the Ablution/Laundry Areas.
5. You will be asked to leave the Park if any of the above rules are not followed and you will not receive a refund.
PLPLLLACESACES TO VISIT IN THE PEEPLL REGION
THROMBOLITES
Thrombolites consist of single-celled bacteria which deposit layers of silt and calcium that slowly grow into rounded rocks. Scientists believe they are the earliest form of life on earth, dating back about 3500 million years, and the origins of oxygen in the atmosphere. These relics are mostly extinct and exist only as fossils - living examples can still be found growing in just a handful of places in the world. Shark Bay is the well known Western Australian example, but Lake Clifton is more accessible.
A few minutes drive from the Lake Clifton Caravan Park brings you to a parking area with toilets and signs telling you about the thrombolites and their environment, which is part of Yalgorup National Park. From there a boardwalk takes you out over the shallow lake to where the thrombolites can be viewed from many angles. And what do you see? A community of rounded rock-like structures lying just beneath the surface ... or just breaching the surface, depending on water levels. Their humble appearance gives no indication of their status as extremely rare and ancient life forms - living fossils.
The thrombolites are more exposed in the lower water levels of summer and autumn, but are still easily seen at other times. Visibility is more affected by wind - strong winds may roughen the water surface and limit the underwater view. On the other hand, wind helps keep away the mosquitoes which can be a nuisance in still weather.
Ask for instructions at the Caravan Park on how to drive to Lake Clifton to view the Thrombolites
THINGS TO DO IN THE PEEL REGION
Mandurah Wine Tours - www.mandurahwinetours.com.au
Peel Zoo- www.peelzoo.com
Hotham Valley Train- www.hothamvalleyrailway.com.au
Yalgorup National Park covers an area of over 12,000 hectares. The park contains 11 coastal lakes and wetlands which are home to hundreds of migrating birds, some of which have travelled thousands of kilometres to breed and recuperate amongst the areas rich eco systems.
Preston Beach is a superb location for four-wheel driving, swimming, picnicking or fishing from its pristine white sandy shores. The Preston beach shop sells great fish and chips and anything else that you may need.
Lake Clifton Vineyard & Winery- Located 4km's south of thecaravan park providing tastings of Award winning wines. Wines made on the estate are a variety of reds, whites, fruit wines, and mango wines. Open Daily
Lc's Bakery- Selling pies, cakes, ice and much more are open 7am-5pm daily. Located next door to the Caravan Park Phone - 97392979
