Logue Brook camps up and running

THE State Government has made good on its promise to complete stage 1 of the new caravan and camping sites at Logue Brook Dam in time for the summer holidays.

Two loops with 59 campsites were in demand by families from throughout the State with the first holidaymakers settling in on December 20.

The $2.5 million facility is part of the Parks for People initiative funded through the State Government's Royalties for Regions program and caters for caravans and tents in a scenic location.

Managed by the Lake Brockman Tourist Park in partnership with the Department of Parks and Wildlife, the grounds will offer a total of 110 sites by mid-year with camp kitchens, gas barbecues, water tanks and tables.

Park manager Peter Douglas said although there were still some vacancies, the period between Christmas and New Year has been very busy.

Many of the campers have been coming to Logue Brook Dam for many years and enjoy the beautiful setting and easy access to a variety of activities including water sports, mountain biking and hiking.

Environment Minister Albert Jacob said the new campgrounds at Logue Brook Dam and at Nanga Brook in Lane Pool Reserve were part of the State Government's $21 million Parks for People initiative, funded by the Royalties for Regions program under Western Australia's Caravan and Camping Action Plan 2013-18.

"I am delighted that these campgrounds are open because they are close to Perth and provide affordable family holidays with opportunities for camping, picnicking, mountain biking, bush walking, swimming, fishing and canoeing," Mr Jacob said.