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Canning River Regional Park

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the traditional owners of Canning River Regional Park.

Walk, cycle, canoe - go with the flow at Canning River Regional Park. 

Dogs allowed

No park entry fee

Canning River Regional Park
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About this park

Canning River Regional Park extends for six kilometres along both sides of Perth’s Canning River. Come to relax and enjoy walking, canoeing, fishing and picnicking in this urban retreat.

The tranquil riverside landscape has a rich history. The Canning River (‘Dyarlgaard’) is Noongar country. Beeliar traditional owners followed the course of the river when moving across country. They used the resources for food and shelter and cared for the river and land around it.

Early European settlers set up dairy farms, market gardens, orchards, and vineyards. Remnants of that history remain in the park’s buildings and sites. A visit to Woodloes Homestead is fascinating. It’s one of the few remaining 19th century houses in the area. The Kent Street Weir was built in 1927 to prevent movement of salt water up the Canning River. There’s now a café at the Weir serving snacks, meals and drinks and places to have a picnic and launch your canoe.

If you thought this was just a river, think again. You can explore salt marshes, billabongs, lush forest and woodland. Look for birds and wildlife that shelter in the eucalypts, sheoaks, paperbarks and sedgelands.

Explore the area on one of the many walk trails. They are well-marked with signage which describes the area’s ecology and history. Keep your wits about you as these trails are dual use, for pedestrians and cyclists.

Canoeing on the Canning River is lots of fun. No rapids or anything crazy just a relaxing float down the river. Launch your canoe at Mason's Landing, Kent St Weir, Riverton Jetty Park or Woodloes Park. How good is that!

With so much on offer it’s easy to understand why picturesque Canning Regional Park is a year-round hit!

Review Family day out

We went on a kayak tour down the Canning River. Beautiful location and lots of birdlife. Very easy paddling and would highly recommend. Phil T - Trip Advisor 

Safety information

Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking, swimming, fishing, paddling and kayaking. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life! 

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Bridge across the river with kayakers paddling underneath.
Riverton Jetty Park
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Picturesque family friendly park close right on the river with cycle and walking path access.
Adenia Park
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Childrens play equipment and barbecues with shady trees beside the river
Mason's Landing
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Grassed picnic area with access to the river and cafe and walk trails nearby.
Kent Street Weir
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Canning River with bird life enjoy the peace
Surrey Road Saltmarsh
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Grassy picnic with gazebo and bench seats overlooking the quiet river.
Mariamup Street Parkland
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Grassed area and wide cycle/walk path provide easy access for the visitor.
Greenfield
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Activities

Bird watching

Bushwalking

Canoeing and kayaking

Cycling

Fishing

Picnicking

Swimming

Water skiing

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Canning River Regional Park.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the traditional owners of Canning River Regional Park.

Need to know

Dogs allowed

Dogs must be kept on a leash

No park entry fee

Entry to Canning River Regional Park is free.

Park office / Contact

Regional Parks

+61 (0)8 9442 0300
regional.parks@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Destination Perth
Perth
Perth Coast & Plain

Getting there

Canning River Regional Park is located 9km SE of Perth. It's an easy 20 minute drive from the CBD. It is accessible by all vehicles on sealed roads.

Trails

Lagoon to Living Streams Walk, Canning River Park

Lagoon to Living Streams Walk

4.8km
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Butterflies, Birds and Bridges Trail, Canning River Pk

Butterflies, Birds and Bridges Trail

4km
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Canning River Wetlands, Cannington

Canning River Wetlands

8km
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Woodloes Walk Trail, Canning River Park

Woodloes Walk Trail

6km
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Banksia Hill Loop Trail, Canning River Park

Banksia Hill Loop Trail

1.5km
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Campgrounds

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.

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

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    Swimming safety

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    Beaches and coastal areas

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