Baigup Wetland, Bayswater/Maylands

Need to Know

  • Time

    A relaxing and leisurely visit could take 40 minutes or more.

  • Distance

    2km return

  • Trail Start

    A.P. Hinds Reserve carpark (Bayswater Paddlesports Club) Milne Street Bayswater

  • Trail End

    Kelvin Street/Swan View Terrace junction in Maylands

  • Degree of Difficulty

     Grade 1 - No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.

    The sealed path is level except at the Kelvin street end where it rises quite steeply. Sturdy footwear should be worn on the limestone tracks which have uneven surfaces and wet sections.

  • What to Pack?

    No drinking water in Baigup Reserve. Always carry water. Use sun protection. Insect repellant for mosquitoes especially around dusk in Summer.

    Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.  Show Pack

  • Best Time of the Year

    Access available all year with April to December the most pleasant months.

  • Facilities

    All dogs must be on leads within Baigup Wetland Reserve. Park in A.P. Hinds Reserve, Bayswater entrance. Very limited street parking around Maylands entrance. Wheelchair and gopher access right through Baigup on sealed walkway/cycle path (approx 1km). Toilets in Hinds Reserve (not disabled) and Riverside Gardens (includes disabled). Picnic areas and children's playgrounds at Hinds Reserve and Riverside Gardens. Riverside Gardens has a popular dog exercise area where dogs can be taken off leads.

    • Access without assistance for the Disabled
    • BBQ Facilities
    • Bicycle Path
    • Car Park
    • Coach Parking
    • Dog Friendly
    • Kiosk
    • Lookouts
    • Parking for Disabled
    • Picnic Area
    • Public Toilet
    • Shaded Area
    • Sheltered Area
    • View Platform

  • Hazards & Warnings

    Remain on paths. Soil that seems dry in swamps may be deep mud like quicksand. Watch out for snakes. Keep to the left. Walkers watch out for cyclists. Cyclists watch out for walkers and dogs. Please use bell.

  • Prohibited Items

    Dogs off leash prohibited. Keep dogs on leash to avoid frightening wildlife. Keep dogs out water which can be acid and cause skin irritation.

  • Access to the Trail

    Road, bus or train then walk or bus.

  • Download KML

    Download KML File (Disclaimer applies)

  • Trail Contact

    Baigup Wetland Interest Group
    Telephone: 08 93705437
    Mobile: 0448 543 755
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    Web: http://www.bushlandperth.org.au/member-groups/3-north-of-the-river/205-baigup-wetland-interest-group
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BaigupWetlandInterestGroup/

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