About Serpentine Dam
Serpentine Dam is a major water supply dam on the Serpentine River in Serpentine, within the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale, about 55 km southeast of Perth, Western Australia. Completed in 1961, it forms the Serpentine Reservoir, part of Perth's Integrated Water Supply Scheme. Set in jarrah forest adjacent to Serpentine National Park, it is notable for its scenic reservoir views, picnic area and lookout.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tranquil bushland setting overlooking the large Serpentine Reservoir from a dedicated lookout and picnic area. The site offers paved picnic grounds with tables and barbecues surrounded by jarrah forest, interpretive signage about water supply, and views across the dam wall and water body. There is no access to the water for swimming or boating. Short walks and connections to longer trails such as the Bibbulmun Track are available nearby, with opportunities for photography and birdwatching.
Key highlights
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Scenic lookout over Serpentine Reservoir and dam wall
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Bushland picnic area with barbecues and tables in jarrah forest
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Proximity to Serpentine Falls and Serpentine National Park
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Access point for Bibbulmun Track and Kitty's Gorge walk trails
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Seasonal wildflower displays and native birdlife