Ready for fun? With so many things to do in Alkimos, Eglinton and surrounding suburbs, you can get ready to fill your weekends with adventure. Life at Eglinton Village puts you right at the centre of it all. Here are four great activities to get you started.
A day out at Yanchep National Park
Yanchep National Park has a lot to offer kids and adults of all ages. Explore the Crystal or Yonderup Caves, pack a picnic to watch the birdlife and kangaroos, tee off for a round of golf, or take a relaxing stroll to take in the sights and sounds.
Yanchep National Park is also home to Treetops Adventure Yanchep, featuring 16 ziplines and more than 70 aerial challenges to get your adrenaline pumping. As far as activities in Eglinton and surrounds goes, this one is right up there for fun and adventure!
If you get hungry, Yanchep National Park is also home to Yanchep Inn, with lots of delicious food and drink options to choose from. The best bit? You’ll find these activities (and many more) just a 10-minute drive from Eglinton Village.
Swimming at Yanchep Lagoon
While Eglinton and Alkimos both offer stunning beaches, there’s something special about a family trip to Yanchep Lagoon. Thanks to its clear, calm stretch of coastline, Yanchep Lagoon is ideal for young swimmers.
Make sure to pack a snorkel and goggles to explore the stretch of reef, where you’ll be able to spot a wide range of underwater creatures. You can find Yanchep Lagoon just 10 minutes’ drive from Eglinton Village via Marmion Avenue.
Running off energy at the park
Finding fun things to do in Eglinton is a walk in the park. There are plenty of local options to choose from, including a dog-friendly park. Here are some of our top picks:
- Treasure Island Adventure Playground in Alkimos, with pirate-themed play equipment and treasure hunts to keep kids entertained for hours. It’s one of many activities in Alkimos, with the shore just footsteps away.
- Lighthouse Park, located just off the shore at Eglinton Beach. It features a tall red and white lighthouse, slides, interactive sand play area, play structures and more.
- Flying Fox Park in Eglinton, with its huge flying fox and sandpit playing area for younger children.
- Heath Park in Eglinton, which offers a dedicated scooter track, large basketball court, grassed area, pirate playground and a dog park for your furry friend to explore.
- Revolution Park in Eglinton, which has a Splash Pad between November to April, with a vortex water tunnel, fountain spray and jet streams to help keep cool during the hot summer months.
- Aduro Park in Eglinton is made for adventure seekers. This 1.57ha mountain bike track is designed for riders of all ages and riding abilities, complete with fun trails and obstacles.
Camping at Moore River
Looking to take your adventures out a little further? Moore River is a much-loved spot for campers. Just over 30 minutes’ drive north of Eglinton Village, Moore River is the place to be for canoeing, kayaking, sandboarding, bushwalking, fishing and swimming.
The local caravan park gets very busy on weekends, so make sure to book in advance to secure your spot.
Start making lasting memories
To start planning your future at Eglinton Village, make sure to check out available blocks and house and land packages. There’s something for everyone in our fast-growing coastal community and we can’t wait to welcome you here.
