Long before European settlement, Twonkwillingup—meaning “a place to sit and listen”— was a vital water source and meeting place for the Noongar people.
In 1865 and again in 1870, the Kojonup Police Station used the area as an outpost. This association later inspired the name Police Pools.
Today, Twonkwillingup–Police Pools is a 42-hectare nature reserve, featuring boardwalks that weave through tranquil wetlands.
With around 80 species of birds, the reserve has become a popular destination for bird life and nature enthusiasts alike.