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Kent Street Weir

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

Walk across the weir, enjoy a picnic on the grass, purchase refreshments from the cafe, launch your canoe and so much more.

Dogs allowed

Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

About this place

The Kent Street Weir was built to stop saltwater pushing upstream and to protect the freshwater plants and animals. The tidal influence is blocked by the weir and as a consequence, the upstream water is relatively fresh particularly in winter months due to the rainfall. Since the construction of the Kent Street Weir, little islands have altered, some disappearing, new ones have formed and others joining up with the main channel banks. The Kent Street Weir is a great spot to walk or cycle and has a pedestrian crossing on top of the concrete piles.

There are barbecues, sheltered picnic tables, a children's playground and a place to launch canoes. You can also visit the Canning River Eco Education Centre, which is focused on increasing awareness and understanding of the Canning River through environmental education activities.

The Castledare Miniature Railway has over 5km of track to ride, two railway stations, signal boxes, turntables and sheds to keep the miniature trains in service located at various points along the track. The track winds its way through Fern Lagoon and back.

Back to Canning River Regional Park

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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Grassed picnic area with access to the river and cafe and walk trails nearby.
Kent Street Weir
Kevin Smith

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Group of people enjoying river views with canoeists in the distance
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Man launching his canoe at Kent Street Weir
Canning River Regional Park
Radha Deepchand

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Wooden boardwalk leading onto the accessible footbridge at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Accessible wooden boardwalk along Canning River
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Views of the Canning River from the accessible bridge at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Canoe launch and accessible pathways at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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view from the viewing platform of canoeists at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Tranquil river views of Canning River at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

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Twisted paperbarks leaning into Canning River at Kent Street Weir
Kent Street Weir
Radha Deepchand

Facilities

An wheelchair accessible barbecue is provided.

Barbecue

Toilet

Shade shelter

Picnic table

Activities

Bird watching

Bushwalking

Canoeing and kayaking

Fishing

Picnicking

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Kent Street Weir.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal 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.

Site access

There is a continuous accessible path offering easy access to the public toilets, the Canning River Café, the Canning River Eco Education Centre, walk trails.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Flushable
  • Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility

More accessibility information for Kent Street Weir

Park office / Contact

Regional Parks

Phone: 9442 0300

Contact this office by email

Location

Destination Perth
Perth
Perth Coast & Plain

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

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

    Rivers, lakes and lagoons

    Fishing, boating, paddling, snorkelling and diving

    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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    Marine conservation

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