Category: Sights and Scenes

A view of Bunbury city centre from Marlston Hill Lookout Tower

Walk by The Indian Ocean: Marlston Hill Lookout <-> Bunbury Lighthouse

Bunbury is 180km or about a 2-hour drive south of Perth. With a population of over 31,000, the coastal city is a beautiful place to live, work, or visit.
If you visit Bunbury and like to go for a walk close to the water, then you will enjoy walking from Marlston Hill Lookout Tower to Bunbury Lighthouse, then walking paths alongside Ocean Drive by the beach to allow you to walk and enjoy the magnificent views of the Indian Ocean at the same time.

mylivingmylife November 3, 2021

A view of Avon River from the South Street Road Bridge in York, Western Australia

Walk by The Avon River: York Riverside, Western Australia

York is a charming small rural town located by the Avon River 97km east of Perth. It is a lovely place to visit on a day trip out from Perth or it can be a destination or a brief stop on your road trip from Perth to Kalgoorlie, Wave Rock (Hyden), or Esperance. If you would like to go for a relaxing walk by the water, Avon Park by the Avon River is a good place to go in York.

mylivingmylife October 27, 2021

Mundaring Weir is a dam on Helena River located in natural bushland in the Perth Hills, about a 40-minute drive east of Perth CBD

Walk by The Water: Mundaring Weir, Perth

Mundaring Weir is a dam on Helena River located in natural bushland in the Perth Hills, about a 40-minute drive east of Perth CBD.

mylivingmylife October 20, 2021

Two Rocks Marina as viewed from Two Rocks Marina southern breakwater

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Two Rocks Marina

Two Rocks is the furthest northern suburb within the Perth metropolitan region. Two Rocks town centre, the commercial and shopping centre for the Two Rocks local community, is a 60-minute drive north of Perth CBD. Two Rocks Marina is located right next to the Two Rocks town centre.

mylivingmylife October 13, 2021

Walk by The Water: Loch McNess in Yanchep National Park

Loch McNess is one of the three permanent lakes in Yanchep National Park. The other lakes are Yonderup Lake and Wilgarup Lake. If you want to have a relaxing walk by the waters, the picnic area by Loch McNess is a good location to go.

mylivingmylife October 6, 2021

Fishermans Hollow Beach in Yanchep is partially shielded by natural reef and hence the beach has relatively clam water without strong waves

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Yanchep Foreshore

Yanchep Foreshore is a 50-minute drive north of Perth CBD. You get to see the best of Yanchep foreshore if you walk between Compass Circle Lookout in South Yanchep and Yanchep Lagoon Lookout near Yanchep Surf Life Saving Club.

mylivingmylife September 29, 2021

Walk by The Water: Lake Gnangara, Perth

The amount of rainfalls determine the water level of Lake Gnangara. Therefore, the water level is low in the drier summer months, and the water level is higher in the wetter winter months.

mylivingmylife September 22, 2021

North Beach Jetty is a popular fishing jetty and is also a very good lookout platform to enjoy the ocean views.

Walk by The Indian Ocean: Watermans Bay <-> North Beach

North Beach is located between Watermans Bay and Trigg Beach and is also the name of this coastal suburb. Here, you will find beaches that offer calm waters for snorkelling and swimming such as North Beach, Hamersley Pool, and Mettam’s Pool.

mylivingmylife September 15, 2021

September 11 Memorial reflecting pool and manmade waterfalls.

New York: World Trade Center and 9/11 Memorial

The opening of the new World Tarde Center complex represents a new chapter in US history. It is my wish that it is also a new chapter of world peace.

mylivingmylife September 11, 2021

Sorrento Beach, located adjacent to Hillarys Boat Harbour, offers excellent family and group beach outings and swimming in warm summer months

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Sorrento Beach <-> Marmion Beach

West Coast Drive is only a 25-minute drive from Perth CBD. The scenic coastal walk path by West Coast Drive is a popular walking/jogging destination for locals and visitors. The walking path is generally on high ground above sea level thus offers unblocked views of the beautiful Indian Ocean, the reef, the coastal rock formations, and beach activities.

mylivingmylife September 8, 2021

Geraldton Foreshore, a short stroll from Geraldton city centre, as viewed from The Esplanade

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Geraldton Foreshore

Geraldton foreshore area, just a short stroll from Geraldton city centre, has flat well-connected walk paths from The Esplanade to Batavia Coast Marina Waterfront. You will enjoy the beautiful views of the Indian Ocean and the cool sea breeze while you walk or jog.

mylivingmylife September 1, 2021

The popular LOVE sculpture has made Love Park in Philadelphia a very well-visited park.

Philadelphia, The USA

Philadelphia was founded in 1682. The USA Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia on 4th July 1776. Therefore this 339-year-old city is older than that of the United States.
It is very easy and convenient to get around using Philadelphia’s subway and above-ground trolley to attractions such as Reading Terminal Market, Chinatown, Independence Hall, Liberty Bell Center, and Love Park.

mylivingmylife August 25, 2021

Mount Henry Jetty at the Mount Henry Bridge Reserve on Mount Pleasant foreshore by Canning River with views of Perth CBD skyline 10km away

Walk by Canning River: Mount Henry Bridge Reserve

Mount Henry Bridge Reserve is located right underneath the Mount Henry Bridge by Canning River in the Mount Pleasant suburb, a 15-minute drive south of Perth CBD.
The reserve is a green space with exercise equipment, playground, seating, accessible toilets, and ample parking. This is the perfect park for you to use the exercise equipment while the kids play in the playground.

mylivingmylife August 18, 2021

Applecross Jetty, and Kings Park and Perth CBD across the widest section of the Swan River as viewed from Jeff Joseph Reserve

Walk by The Swan River: Applecross Foreshore

Jeff Joseph Reserve is a large reserve on the Applecross foreshore, a 25-minute drive south of Perth CBD.
The reserve has plenty of open space and stunning views of the widest section of the Swan River.

mylivingmylife August 11, 2021

Walking on Mount Pleasant foreshore walk path by Canning River while enjoying beautiful river views

Walk by Canning River: Deep Water Point Reserve <-> Canning Bridge

Deep Water Point Reserve is located along The Esplanade by Canning River in the suburb of Mount Pleasant, a 20-minute drive south of Perth CBD. The popular reserve has lawned picnic areas under majestic trees and BBQ facilities, a boat ramp, a swimming jetty, a nice beach area, accessible parking, toilet facilities, kids’ favourite play spaces, and the crowd-drawing waterfront Dôme Café.

mylivingmylife August 4, 2021

Burswood Park Public Open Space by The Swan River

Walk by The Swan River: Burswood Park Public Open Space

Burswood Park Public Open Space is the open area between Optus Stadium and Crown Towers that was previously Burswood Park Golf Course. The Open Space has 2 distinct areas divided by Camfield Drive.

mylivingmylife July 28, 2021

The Swan River, Point Walter Sandspit, and Mosman Park foreshore as viewed from Point Resolution Reserve

Walk by the Swan River: Point Resolution Reserve

Point Resolution Reserve is a large reserve with an area of 8.45 hectares in the suburb of Dalkeith and is a 20-minute drive southwest of Perth CBD. You can walk or jog on the sealed walk/job paths around the grassed parkland in the upper part of the Reserve. If you want to get close to the water, you can take the stairs to get down to the lower part of the Reserve to explore the dirt paths and the beach area.

mylivingmylife July 21, 2021

Freshwater Bay Peppermint Grove foreshore area

Walk by the Swan River: Freshwater Bay

Freshwater Bay is a 20-minute drive southwest of Perth CBD and is about 5 km upstream from the mouth of the Swan River at Fremantle. The foreshore of Freshwater Bay stretches over 4 suburbs from Dalkeith, Claremont, Peppermint Grove, to Mosman Park.

mylivingmylife July 14, 2021

Walk by the Swan River: Claremont Foreshore

Claremont Foreshore is a 20-minute drive southwest of Perth CDB. The foreshore area is sheltered within the Freshwater Bay on the Swan River and the water here is calm. Claremont Fishing Jetty linking Claremont Foreshore Reserve is an excellent fishing spot.

mylivingmylife July 7, 2021

Mosman Bay as viewed from Bay View Lookout

Walk by The Swan River: Mosman Bay Foreshore <-> Bay View Park

Mosman Bay Foreshore and Bay View Park are located in the suburb of Mosman Park and are about 30-minute drive west of Perth CBD. Mosman Bay foreshore is very popular for water activities such as swimming and boating because of the calm water, and for picnicking.

mylivingmylife June 23, 2021

Safety Bay Foreshore - It is relaxing and enjoyable to walk on the pine tree-lined pathway

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Safety Bay foreshore

It is relaxing and enjoyable to walk on the pine tree-lined pathway of Safety Bay Foreshore.

mylivingmylife June 16, 2021

The beautiful Rockingham Foreshore shoreline, viewed from Palm Beach Jetty

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Rockingham Foreshore

The revitalised Rockingham Foreshore which opened in September 2019, has made the beautiful foreshore and beach areas more vibrant and accessible for the enjoyment of both the locals and the visitors.

mylivingmylife June 9, 2021

Shoalwater Bay and reefs and islands within Shoalwater Islands Marine Park

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Shoalwater Foreshore

Shoalwater foreshore is within the Rockingham city and is around 48 km (30 miles) southwest of the Perth CBD and 4 km (2.5 miles) south of Rockingham foreshore.

mylivingmylife June 2, 2021

Whitfords Nodes Park (Hillarys Beach Park) viewed from Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub lookout

Walk by the Indian Ocean: Whitfords Nodes Park

Whitfords Nodes Park, also known as Hillarys Beach Park, is a beautiful, grassy beachside park by the Indian Ocean.

mylivingmylife May 26, 2021

Located within Boston Common, Parkman Plaza features 3 statues - Industry, Learning, and Religion. Learning shows a seated man reading a book. Industry shows a man using a jackhammer. Religion shows a man kneeling with his arms extended. Erected in the 1960s, these statues represent 3 crucial parts of Massachusetts's culture.

Boston City, The US

Boston is a very walkable city. The popular neighbourhoods, scenic districts, and landmarks such as Downtown Boston, Chinatown, Back Bay, Charles River, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and Boston Harbour are all within a 1.5km radius circle.

mylivingmylife May 19, 2021

The Venice Canal Historic District in Los Angeles – It is very enjoyable to walk on the sidewalks along the canals where you can admire the uniquely designed houses.

Los Angeles – The Pacific Coast of California, The US

Driving on the Pacific Coast Highway to explore the Pacific Coast of California near Los Angeles is a good alternative to visiting popular tourist destinations such as the Disneyland Resort, Universal Studio, and Hollywood Walk of Fame.

mylivingmylife May 12, 2021

Woodbridge Riverside Park and the Swan River in the sunset

Walk by The Swan River: Swan Regional Riverside Park

Swan Regional Riverside Park, alongside the Swan River, combines Woodbridge Riverside Park in Woodbridge suburb, Reg Bond Reserve in Viveash suburb, and the John George walk trail that connects Woodbridge Riverside Park and Reg Bond Reserve.

mylivingmylife May 5, 2021

Perth city view over Lake Douglas and the Swan River

Walk by The Swan River: The Lakes of South Perth Foreshore

South Perth foreshore Lakes, located just 50 m away from the Swan River riverbank, offers an opportunity to walk around the scenic and peaceful freshwater lakes for a change if you feel like walking away from the riverbank.

mylivingmylife April 28, 2021

Stunning view of the Swan River and Perth city skyline from Matilda Bay Reserve

Walk by The Swan River: Matilda Bay Reserve

Matilda Bay Reserve is just a 5-minute drive from Perth CBD and is adjacent to the University of Western Australia (UWA) in the Crawley suburb by the Swan River. The reserve is a 1.5km-long thin strip of peaceful grassed parkland with shady trees between Hackett Drive and the Swan River and extends from Mount Bay Road to Pelican Point.

mylivingmylife April 21, 2021

Guildford Rail Bridge as viewed from Fishmarket Reserve over the Swan River

Walk by The Swan River: Fishmarket Reserve <-> Success Hill Reserve

Fishmarket Reserve in the Guildford suburb is located on the bank of the Swan River. The reserve is quite huge with around 400m walk trail lining the riverbank, and largely left in a natural state.

mylivingmylife April 14, 2021