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Board Walk Trail, Roley Pools, Roleystone

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Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Steep, uneven natural terrain, slippery surfaces and stairs.
Trail difficulty

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

  • Length 2.6km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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Roley Pools has been used as a local swimming hole for many years and is part of Roleystone folklore. The walk along the rivers edge encompasses a variety of terrain such as giant Granite outcrops and Dolerite dykes. 

A wide and diverse range of wildlife can be found in and around this section of the river, with many native ducks, kingfishers, Quenda, kangaroos, wallabies, several species of fish, snakes, lizards and Australia's only native water rat, "Rakali" residing there.

This section of Roley Pools can be accessed from the parking area on Soldiers Road. A large section of the trail is a boardwalk however there are some steps and natural paths along this trail.

This trail can be added to the Roley Pools Heritage Trail to create a 5.8km walk.

Information regarding this trail and other trails along this section of the Canning River can be accessed here or pick up a brochure from the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre.

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Time / Duration

60 - 90 minutes

Length

2.6km return

Trail Access

By road, 2WD, to Soldiers Road, Roleystone

Trail Start

Soldiers Road, Roleystone, 30km south east of Perth (45 mins drive)

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When to go

Year around

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Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

Additional information

Steep, uneven natural terrain, slippery surfaces and stairs.

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Snakes can be active in this area during the warmer months (August through to April)

Prohibited items

No fires or motorbikes allowed within reserve

Facilities

Parking for this trail is available at the Soldiers Road Lower Car Park (south of the bridge).

  • Car Park
  • Dog Friendly
  • Picnic Area
  • Sheltered Area
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Today Apr 11, 12:32am

18°C

Feels like 17°C

Max 28°

Min 17°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 7.67km/h E

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Will Schmitz

Reviewed 28 Oct 2022, 8:07am

Lovely walk, nice and quiet. Will do it again in late August or early September when there is more water in the river and more wildflowers around.

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