Attractions

John Forrest Picnic Area

Enjoy a barbecue or picnic – the ideal spot for a family outing.

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National Park Falls

The best time to visit to see the water flow is Winter or Spring.

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Swan View Tunnel

The only historical railway tunnel in WA that you can walk through. 

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Hovea Falls

Hovea Falls cascade down a large granite sheet of rock. 

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Trails

Railway Reserves Heritage Trail

Bush Walk
41 kilometres

Railway Reserves Heritage Trail follows the route of the old Eastern Railway and is unique in providing a 41 kilometre loop entirely on railway formations. This extensive trail passes through quaint hills communities including Darlington, Parkerville and Mundaring.

Wildflower Walk Trail

Bush Walk
4.6 kilometres

The 4.6km Wildflower Walk Trail is located in John Forrest NP. This grade 3 trail is popular when the wildflowers are blooming, typically between August and November. Expect some short steep sections and slippery surfaces.

Eagle View Walk

Bush Walk
16 kilometres

This challenging 14.8km circuit walk around John Forrest National Park offers great views across the Swan Coastal Plain to Perth city and the ocean in the distance. The trail is a bushwalker's delight, covering a variety of relatively pristine habitats, passing beautiful waterfalls and boasting spectacular wildflower displays in Spring.

Glen Brook Trail

Bush Walk
4.5 kilometres

The Glen Brook walking trails is a picturesque 4.5km, Class 3 trail with option for a shorter 2km loop. The trail is marked in an anti-clockwise direction following Glen Brook up to the dam and beyond where you will pass through scenic gullies and see impressive granite outcrops.

Little Eagle View Walk

Bush Walk
7.9 kilometres

The 7.9km, Grade 4, Little Eagle Walk trail is well marked in a clockwise direction. The purpose-built section of hiking trail provides visitors with great views from a ridge line, followed by an immersive experience as you traverse a secluded valley. The trail also takes in some of the most picturesque Wandoo Woodland in the Park.

Noolbenger Off-Road Cycle Trail

Mountain Bike
16 kilometres

Embark on a cross-country adventure with the Noolbenger Off-Road Cycle Trail and journey through a wide variety of terrain with scenic vistas, granite outcrops and seasonal brooks.

Jane Brook Promenade

Bush Walk
300 metres

Meander along the quaint rock-lined paths around Jane Brook Weir. This trail is paved and is suitable for prams and wheelchairs with assistance.

National Park Falls Walk Trail

Bush Walk
2.5 kilometres

This trail runs along Jane Brook to National Park Falls and follows the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail back to the picnic area.