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Dead Cats, Wambenger Trails, Arklow

Part of Wambenger Trails, Arklow network

Mountain Bike
Downhill, Technical
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Trail difficulty

Moderate trails are typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features. Recommended for intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience.      

Trail difficulty

Recommended for moderate intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience. Typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features.

  • Length 2.6km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Return
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Part of Wambenger Trails, Arklow network

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Dead Cats Trail is part of the Arklow Network of trails just north of Collie and two hours south of Perth WA.

To access the trail you can ride out from town on the Munda Biddi and Mornington Glory Trails or leave your car on Mornington Road.

The trail is all blue, single track and has a few challenging features along the way. During Spring (September/October) the wildflowers are stunning.

Combine this trail with others in the network for a longer more challenging ride.

There are shuttle services operating in town - enquire at the Collie Visitor Centre

This trail is part of the following destinations:

Visit Collie

Experience adventure exploring the network of diverse trails, pristine lakes, waterways and river pools. Reconnect with nature in the magnificent national park or relax and soak up Collie’s rich cultural...

Collie Mountain Bike Club

Collie Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9735 1988

Collie Visitor Centre

(08) 9734 2051

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

Time / Duration

20 minutes

Length

2.6km

Trail Access

Collie, 190km from Perth. There are three trailheads for the Arklow network; Dam Trailhead and Ray's Trailhead on Harris River Dam Road, and Mornington Trailhead on Mornington Road.

Trail Start

Pick up Dead Cats Trail at the end of Mornington Glory on Mornington Road

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Trail End

The trail ends opposite the Ray's Trail car park on Harris River Road

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When to go

March to November

What’s the weather like?

Mountain Bike

Moderate

Recommended for moderate intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience. Typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features.

Additional information

Moderate trails are typically narrow trails with loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Riders will encounter obstacles and technical trail features. Recommended for intermediate riders with some technical mountain biking experience.      

What To Pack

Prohibited items

No dogs

Safety

Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity with inherent risks. Ride within your skills and abilities.

Facilities

Carpark and information is available at Rays Trailhead and Mornington Trailhead 

More tips for being Trail Ready

Trail information updated
12th June 2026

Today Jun 12, 9:56pm

8°C

Feels like 8°C

Max 14°

Min 8°

Precipitation: 80%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 0.68km/h E

8-day forecast

Fri

14°

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Sat

16°

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Sun

15°

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Mon

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Tue

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Thu

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We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

Alison Melvin

Reviewed 26 Feb 2023, 2:01pm

What a morning, I'll never look at bike trails the same again ,we had a taste of the Aklow precinct and it didn't disappoint.Following green for 2 hrs with 6 breaks .Well done to all involved in this epic outdoor experience.The E bike supported us 8 along these well made adult bmx trails.Adventure Connections for 100% fun.
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