Male Carnaby's cockatoo feeding a female. Photo by Rick Dawson

Male Carnaby's cockatoo feeding a female. Photo by Rick Dawson

The Parks and Wildlife Service is part of the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

We manage Western Australia's parks, forests and reserves for wildlife conservation, sustainable recreation and tourism, while protecting communities from bushfire.

If you're planning a visit to Western Australia's national and marine parks, visit our Explore Parks WA website.

Western Australia's best
adventures start here.

There are so many amazing places to visit in Western Australia.

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Wildlife and ecosystems

Conserving native plants, animals and ecosystems is a shared responsibility.

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Licences and Authorities

Biodiversity Conservation Regulations licences

Management

How we manage fire, and the lands and waters in our care.

Nearer to Nature

Providing opportunities for schools, families, community groups and overseas and interstate visitors to take part in fun, hands-on activities in the natural environment.

Trails

Western Australia has an amazing range of landscapes and remarkable flora and fauna just waiting to be explored.

Volunteering with the Parks and Wildlife Service

Essential information about volunteering with the Parks and Wildlife Service.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.