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Harvey River Ramble Harvey River Ramble

Bush Walk  in Perth & Surrounds

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 2.4 km
    • 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).

This easy 2.4km trail starts in the SE corner of the John Tognela Rest Area on the Forrest Hwy and is an ideal spot to stop and stretch your legs on a long drive.

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The trail is an old vehicle service track that follows the Harvey River from the John Tognela Rest Area car park, to the huge double bridge, where the Forrest Hwy crosses the river. You will pass by a farm and with black and white cows grazing in the paddocks. Keep an eye out for fungi growing on old fallen trees in the cooler weather.

Back in the parking area, there are a number of beautiful artworks, depicting local wildlife and historical scenes.

The pine trees, that provide shade, were planted by John Tognela and his family who settled in the area in the 1930s after migrating from Italy. There is a plaque on the eastern side of the parking area, providing more information about the family and their story.

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Time / Duration

30 minutes

Length

2.4km

Elevation

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Trail Start

The trail starts in the John Tognela rest area, on the cnr Forrest Highway and Dorsett Rd, east side

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Trail End

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).

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Hazards & Warnings

Be wary of snakes in the warmer weather

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Coach Parking
  • Dog Friendly
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area

Best time of year

Avoid the trail after heavy rain.

Trail Access

Self drive from Perth, one hour away

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