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Kep Track, Mundaring to Northam Kep Track, Mundaring to Northam

Bush Walk

(+3)
Gravel, Rail Trail, Touring
 in Perth & Surrounds

  • Multiple day
  • 75 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).
    • Mountain Bike Easy

      Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

The 75-kilometre multi-use Kep Track follows the historic rail formation between Mundaring in the Perth Hills and Northam in the Avon Valley, east of Perth. Whether you choose to cycle or walk, the Kep Track offers an unforgettable journey that can be enjoyed over several days, with scenic views and plenty of spots to explore along the way.

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The Kep Track aligns with the Golden Pipeline Drive Trail, tracing part of CY O’Connor’s historic pipeline that stretches from Mundaring Weir to Kalgoorlie. With trailheads at Mundaring Weir and Northam, and multiple access points along the way, the track caters to walkers of all levels—from those with strollers to seasoned end-to-enders. Cyclists can also enjoy easy access, with parking and riding options available at various towns along the route.

The track passes through the communities of Mundaring, Sawyers Valley, Mount Helena, Chidlow, Wooroloo, Wundowie, Bakers Hill, and Clackline. Those who want to go end-to-end can source suitable accommodation through the visitor centres.

 

Visit Mundaring

Discover the bushland beauty of Mundaring, nestled in the heart of the Perth Hills. This hiker and cyclist paradise boasts an array of trails that lead you through a tapestry of lush marri and jarrah forests, winter waterfalls, native wildlife and vibrant spring wildflowers. Embrace the challenge of the region’s renowned trails from the epic Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail, to following the Golden Pipeline on the Kep Track, or delving into a time gone by along the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail.

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Visit Mundaring

Perth Hills Mundaring Visitor Centre

(08) 9290 6645

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

Time / Duration

Time depends on mode of transport and length of section chosen

Length

75km

Trail Start

Weir Village Rd (opposite Hotel), Mundaring Weir, 38km (1 hour) east of Perth

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Trail End

The northern side of Poole St Bridge on the west side of the town, just off Mitchell Avenue

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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).

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Mountain Bike

Easy

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

Visit Trail Tips for further information.

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Hazards & Warnings

Road crossings. Gravel and loose surface, snakes, limited water points. Beware of swooping magpies during spring (October) 

Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Dog Friendly
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop
  • Bicycle Rack
  • Car Park
  • All accessible parking
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • All accessible toilet facilities
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Water Access Points
  • Accessible picnic facilities

Best time of year

Avoid hot days

Trail Access

Mundaring Weir Gallery (opposite Mundaring Weir Hotel) Mundaring Weir Village Rd

Prohibited Items

Dogs on lead and horses permitted, however they are not allowed closer to Mundaring Weir than Firewood Rd (approx. 3km from the weir) to protect the water quality

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7 trail goers have rated Kep Track, Mundaring to Northam as 4.14 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.

Tim Parkinson

Reviewed 15 Oct 2022, 4:44pm

Did this today - Mundaring Weir hotel car park to Northam, it took just under 4 hours.

Be careful of the aggressive magpie near Wundowie at about the 37km mark if you're leaving from the weir and it's swooping season, they're much bigger in the country than they are in Perth, holding my bike above my head and walking backwards while looking at it seemed to work and it eventually flew away.

I got lost once at Clackline, ended up on Spencer's Brook road and had to turn around and cross the creek.

When you get to the WaterCorp facility near Northam, stay right.

There is a section towards Northam after the Army facility, after you cross back over the highway which is quite overgrown and took a minute to find the track, there aren't really any signs you can see and I only found it because someone had previously rode through the long grass and flattened it.

Overall I enjoyed the ride though I feel it could be signed better in places.
I would definitely do it again.
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Benn Gladden

Reviewed 11 Aug 2022, 3:31pm

I completed this trail over 10 years ago with a friend.
We didn't pace ourselves well and had over 30km to hike on our final day, but it was a great experience!
We found our own little campsites along the way and followed the LNT principles.
I'd like to go back one day and experience it on a MTB, perhaps travelling the opposite direction.
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Marco Zecca

Reviewed 7 Sep 2020, 1:23pm

Completed on 05/09/2020. The trail is not as challenging and spectacular as many sections of the Munda Biddi, but still a pleasant ride through some farmland and beautiful countryside. Winter and spring the best time to ride, medium level of fitness required given the distance. One thing to note is that in several sections the trail runs relatively closed to the highway, so there' s no real wild feeling. The trail is generally well marked but the GPS route is still recommended. Overall, I would recommend this trail, if done at the right time of the year and with reasonable expectations
Helen Abbott

Reviewed 28 Apr 2018, 11:03am

Lovely long ride. Most signage good but dontake the map. We gave up trying to find the trail once near the army facility and went on the highway, same on way back, highway to Eadine (?) st.
Stayed at Duke Inn. Cheep room in hotel, nice bathrooms down hall and pub meal for dinner. Lovely old building and a bed- fancy.
Plenty of possible food stops on the way- bonus.
Lee lee

Reviewed 27 Dec 2016, 2:38pm

Rode this track from Mundaring Sculpture Park to Lake Leschenaultia (Kep track goes past a trail leading into the lake area), easy flat riding. One cross of Great Eastern Highway and a few roads. Relaxing ride through some forest sections and bush borders the trail. Downhill jumps located before turn off at Mt Helena. Great trail to increase kilometres into a ride with options to do the Railway Heritage Trail and Goat Farm Downhill.
Chris C

Reviewed 4 Sep 2015, 8:50am

Im re-reviewing this track because I have now done the full length from Northam to Mundaring. If you are going to ride a 75km trail, then obviously you ride it for what it is - not for a challenging test of your bike skills, but for a pleasant cross country adventure through changing scenery, beautiful landscapes, and varying terrain. And for that, it is great. Maybe Im biased, I had perfect weather and the track was as quiet as it could be. I didnt see a soul for the first few hours and apart from the physical challenges I found the ride very relaxing and enjoyable. As a result I would have given this 5 stars without a second thought, but for the appalling lack of directions and signs. I spent the first hour of the day pedalling around northam trying to find the start of the trail, and once I did I had to turn around a few times when I took a wrong turn, as well as spend a bit of time sitting still scratching my head.
Chris C

Reviewed 6 Dec 2014, 7:41am

Havent ridden the full track but I find it a great ride for beginners or those who want a day off from the demanding stuff. Plenty of clean singletrack with a few little fast sections thrown in. If you wander off the trail you can actually find some pretty demanding fast and/or technical descents to test your skill on, and you can also ride it at a level to really test your abilities. Yesterday I managed to throw myself down an almost 90 degree decline, only 5 metres from the main trail, and pulled off a lucky escape from a 20km/h downhill corner slide.

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