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Heritage Walk, Roley Pools, Roleystone

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Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Uneven natural terrain. Stair access to river features.
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 3.2km
  • 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 river's edge encompasses a variety of terrain such as giant Granite and Dolerite outcrops. 

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.

The Heritage Walk Trail can be accessed from the Cascade Car Park on Thompson Road or from Heritage Drive, Roleystone.

This 3.2 kilometre trail can be added to the Roley Pools Boardwalk Trail to create a 5.8km trail.

Information regarding this delightful walk trail can be accessed here or pick up a brochure from the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre.

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

Time / Duration

60 - 90minutes

Length

3.2km return

Trail Access

2WD access by road. Thompson Road or Heritage Drive in Roleystone.

Trail Start

Heritage Drive, Roleystone

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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

Uneven natural terrain. Stair access to river features.

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 the Heritage Trail access is available at the Cascades Car Park on Thompson Road or on Heritage Drive.

  • Car Park
  • Dog Friendly
  • Water Access Points
  • Shaded Area
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2 trail goers have rated this trail as 3.5 out of 5!

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.

Kristen Tomajka

Reviewed 1 Feb 2025, 4:00pm

The walk is easy, and fairly well marked. I've rated three stars as there isn't a lot to the trail as far as viewpoints, it does however lead onto Nature's Spa which is fantastic and a must! It's not too long either so is a good short trail if you just need to get out and is dog friendly!
Wayne Lunt

Reviewed 14 May 2023, 1:13pm

Great little trail to take the dog and young kids for walk in nature and get the countryside fresh air

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