Leschenault Estuary

Originally part of the Leschenault Inlet system, the Leschenault Estuary (Derbal Elaap) is approximately 13.5 km long and has a maximum width of approximately 2.5 km.

Formed only 8,000 years ago, the Leschenault Peninsula is a thin peninsula of dunes that separates the estuarine lagoon from the ocean. It forms part of the ecologically valuable Swan Coastal Plain and the Kalgulup Regional Park.

The Estuary is one of Western Australia’s most significant migratory bird wetlands. It is also home to many Black Swans (Cygnus atratus) and a resident pod of dolphins.

This impressive water system is popular with kite surfers when the wind is up.