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Hovea Falls

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the Traditional Owners of John Forrest National Park.

Hovea Falls cascade down a large granite sheet of rock. 

No dogs

Park entry fee

Hovea Falls
Bronwyn Wells

About this place

You can access Hovea Falls by strolling about 800m east of the main picnic area. 

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. 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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Hovea Falls in john Forrest National Park
Hovea Falls
Bronwyn Wells
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water flowing fast over rocks with native forest in the background
John Forrest National Park
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Hovea Falls
Hovea Falls
Bronwyn Wells
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Hovea Falls
Hovea Falls
Bronwyn Wells
Hovea Falls

John Forrest National Park Improvement Project

To ensure visitors can continue to experience and enjoy the park, some improvements will be made which will revitalise and diversify the activities available to visitors.  

The improvements will make the park more accessible to a broader range of visitors and allow more people to enjoy the natural beauty. Read more about the John Forrest National Park Improvement Project.

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Hovea Falls.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk people as the traditional owners of John Forrest National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for John Forrest National Park.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Mundaring Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9290 6100

Contact this office by email

Location

Destination Perth
Perth
Perth Hills

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

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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