Kangaroo Trail, Walyunga NP Kangaroo Trail, Walyunga NP
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Walyunga National Park covers 1,800 hectares of the Darling Range, tucked behind the Darling Scarp, covering both sides of a steep valley. Just to the east of the park, in the picturesque Avon Valley, the Avon River joins the Brockman River to form the Swan River which passes through the tree lined valley.
Walyunga contains one of the largest known Aboriginal campsites around Perth and was still in use by the Noongar people late last century. The area has been used as a meeting place for more than 6000 years. Walyunga is an Aboriginal name, but its meaning is uncertain. Local Noongar people believe the Swan River was carved by the Waugal, and greet the dreamtime serpent here by rubbing sand on their bodies and throwing it in the water.
The Swan River is the main attraction in the park as it thunders through in winter and meanders by in the drier months, lined with smooth granite boulders. The walk trail starts beside the lower pool in Walyunga and follows the river to Boongarup Pool. It then ascends high enough to give views to the opposite side of the river valley. It returns through marri and wandoo woodland to the lower pool. The trail markers are yellow triangles with a kangaroo and also green footprints. The markers are most visible when walked in an anticlockwise direction. Kangaroos can be seen in late afternoon along the riverbank.
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Time / Duration
2 hours
Length
4km loop
Trail Start
The trail starts at the Walyunga Pool car park, Walyunga NP 1 hour north east of Perth
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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Additional information
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment, and weather conditions.
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Daypack with comfortable shoulder straps
Biodiversity
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife.
Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Please leave your pets at home or prevent them from entering this area.
For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Camping
- Car Park
- Coach Parking
- All accessible parking
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
Best time of year
March to November Walyunga National Park is open daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm
Fees
National Park fees apply
Trail Access
Road 2WD
Prohibited Items
No pets or fires are permitted in the National Park
Trail information updated
7th November 2024
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