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Rugged Hills Reserve, Toodyay Rugged Hills Reserve, Toodyay

  • 1-3 hours
  • 7.5 km
    • Bush Walk Class 3

      Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

Rugged Hills Reserve has a challenging walk trail 7.5 km around the perimeter. There are beautiful views year round and wildflowers in Spring.

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Access to this reserve is via Ridley Circle. The perimeter walk is approximately 8 kilometres but you can shorten it by taking the fire break that runs through the middle of the reserve. 

There are some steep hills that take you to beautiful views, especially from the eastern end of the northern boundary. 

Varied vegetation with Wandoo, Jarrah and Marri. Lots of wildflowers in spring. Plenty of bird life and good chance of seeing the elusive Black-gloved Wallaby and Euro. 

Toodyay Visitor Centre

(08) 9574 9380

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Time / Duration

1-2 hours

Length

7.5km loop

What To Pack

Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.

Trail Start

Ridley Circle car park , 92 km east of Perth

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Trail End

Bush Walk

Class 3

Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

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Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Sheltered Area

Best time of year

May to October

Fees

Trail Access

Road to Toodyay (1.5 hours drive from Perth)

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