Bush to Beach Trail, Perth Western Suburbs
Overview
Bush to Beach Trail is a 16.3 kilometer point-to-point trail located near Daglish, The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, and mountain biking. Dogs are also able to use this trail. The Trail lies on Whadjuk Noongar land and forms the east/ west link of the Whadjuk Trails. Spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and the Perth skyline can be taken in whilst enjoying the remnant bushland areas.
Zamia Trail in Bold Park
Photo Credit: Sally Wallace
About the Trail
Whadjuk Trails are well marked with directional signs including an icon of the individual trail. Users should look for triangular trail markers in footpaths and bollards along the route. Bush to Beach Trail is marked in an east to west direction, the marker includes the icon of the Balga.
Trails are suitable for all walkers, with a moderate level of fitness required in places. Facilities are available for breaks along the way.
Information relating to fauna and flora, and indigenous cultural heritage, is contained within the trails. Learn about the 6 Noongar seasons, illustrating an intimate connection with the land and based on local climatic characteristics.
The Whadjuk Trails connect numerous "Bush Forever" sites which utilise the Government's commitment to the conservation of bushland on the Swan Coastal Plain portion of the Perth Metropolitan Region. Whadjuk Trails are dog friendly and mostly cycle friendly and accesible. Alternate route maps are available on the website where required.
A train can be caught to Subiaco, and then bus 97 to stop 17520, or bus 950 from Wellington Street in Perth alighting at stop 26201 near Rosalie Park. See www.transperth.wa.gov.au.
Need to Know
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Time
5 hours dependant on snack breaks and viewing stops. -
Distance
16.3km one way Length is 16.3km. -
Trail Start
Rosalie Park, Onslow Rd, Shenton Park which is 5km (12minutes) from Perth CBD -
Trail End
Grant Street, Cottesloe which is 12km (25minutes) from Perth CBD -
Degree of Difficulty
Easy - Suits majority of fitness and experience levels.
Bush Walk: Grade 3 - Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km.The section to Reabold Hill in Bold Park requires a moderate level of fitness on unsealed paths.
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What to Pack?
Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.
- Minimum 2 litres of water per person per day
- Sturdy shoes
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Map or guide book where suggested
- Snacks and/or lunch depending on length of trail
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions including a water/windproof jacket
- First Aid kit
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Best Time of the Year
August to November to enjoy wild flowers -
Facilities
Wheelchair access is limited in Bold Park due to uneven and unsealed surface. Please refer to the brochure and follow the cycle route. There are no toilet facilities at Grant Marine Park at the end of the walk
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Hazards & Warnings
The trail through Bold Park is unsealed and uneven. Take care in this section. -
Prohibited Items
Bicycles are prohibited in a section of Bold Park, where the alternate route will need to be followed. -
Access to the Trail
Road 2WD, train, bus, bike -
Trail Contact
City of Nedlands
Telephone: (08) 9273 3500
Email: whadjuktrails@nedlands.wa.gov.au
Web: www.whadjukwalkingtrails.org.au
