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Balmoral Cycle Trail, Jarrahdale Balmoral Cycle Trail, Jarrahdale

Mountain Bike

(+2)
Gravel, Rail Trail, Cross Country
 in Perth & Surrounds

  • Half day
  • 11.8 km
    • Mountain Bike Easy

      Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

The Balmoral Cycle Trail in Jarrahdale is an 11.8-kilometre journey along a historic tramway route. Stretching between the Balmoral POW Camp to the Mundlimup Timber Trails, this 'Easy' trail invites mountain bikers to take a slower pace and enjoy the region's landscapes and rich history.

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Explore the Balmoral Trail on your bike -

The trail takes in the Balmoral Prisoner of War (POW) Camp and winds through bushland and farmland. Keep an eye out for the remnants of a log loading ramp and the 'shield trees' along the trail. These 'shield trees' have carved numbers and were once used as a grid reference system by foresters in the 1920s.

As you pedal along, you will encounter interpretive signage narrating the history of the area and the significance of the scattered ruins that remain. The cycle trail is guided by green arrow markers.

The trail can be completed in either direction. Riders also have the option of joining the trail from Jarrahdale townsite by following the Munda Biddi Trail.

Note: if you're planning to walk the Balmoral Trail, please refer to the Balmoral Walk Trail as the routes differ.

Visit Jarrahdale

A series of beautiful trails on Noongar Country, around the historic Jarrahdale township, where you can choose to walk, trot and pedal — all within an hour from the CBD. All you need to do is step outside.

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Visit Jarrahdale

Jarrahdale Heritage Society

(08) 9525 5358

Jarrahdale General Store Tourist Information Centre

(08) 9525 5114

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Expand your trip and enjoy great businesses nearby

Bistro by the Dam

Bistro by the Dam, located in Jarrahdale, Western Australia, is a charming venue situated at 16634 Kingsbury Drive.

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

3-4 hours one way

Length

11.8km one way

What To Pack

Group C - Mountain Biking & Gravel (Mountain bike, gravel and touring trails.) required.

Trail Start

Balmoral POW Camp, Balmoral Road, Jarrahdale (70kms, 1 hour from Perth)

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Trail End

Mundlinup Carpark, Balmoral Road, Jarrahdale (65kms, 1 hour from Perth)

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Mountain Bike

Easy

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

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Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Public Toilet

Trail Access

2WD road access to Balmoral POW Camp (Balmoral Road, Jarrahdale). Approximately 1 hour (70km) from Perth.

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