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Loch McNess (Nyoongar:Wagardu Lark),[2] also known as Yanchep Lake, is a freshwater lake located near Yanchep in the northern part of the coastal plain of Perth, Western Australia. Loch McNess is part of the Wanneroo wetlands, a chain of lakes, and is part of the Yanchep National Park. Water from the lake is used to refill the underground lakes in some nearby caves.[3]

Loch McNess
Yanchep Lake
Sunset over Loch McNess
Loch McNess
Location	Swan Coastal Plain, Western Australia
Coordinates	31°32′S 115°40′E
Type	Freshwater
Native name	Wagardu Lark (Nyungar)
Basin countries	Australia
Designation	Yanchep National Park
Max. depth	3.4 m (11 ft)
Islands	Several
References	[1]

Description

The lake is named after Sir Charles McNess, a wealthy Western Australian philanthropist.

Galaxiidae (fish) and Gilgies (freshwater crayfish) are endemic to the region.[4] Introduced species include mosquitofish (Gambusia).

CSIRO study nutrients and plankton in the lake.[5]

The lake is also known as Wagardu Lark by the Nyoongar aboriginals[2] and along with the caves is of significant cultural importance.[6]

Since European colonisation of the area and specifically with the building of Gloucester Lodge on its shores in 1933[7] it has traditionally been used for boating outings. There is no longer sufficient water in the lake for boating.

See also

• List of lakes of Western Australia

References

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