Marrinup Trail, Dwellingup


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Get directionsMarrinup campsite, Dwellingup, 100km (1.5 hours) south of Perth
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Learn moreAbout Marrinup Trail, Dwellingup
Proceeding clockwise, this easy to follow loop trail starts at the old Marrinup townsite which was destroyed by bush fire in 1961. It is an eight kilometre single track suitable for both the novice and experienced rider. The trail can be shortened to about four kilometres by using the short course return route - an excellent introduction to mountain biking for children. It varies from narrow, challenging tracks with flat sections and hill climbs to true gravel roads, with the ball bearing like bauxite gravel making things pretty interesting for mountain biking.
The “Cage in the Bush” is a little known part of Western Australia’s wartime history. During World War II thousands of Italian and German POW’s spent time here cutting wood for Perth before being billeted out to WA farms. Buildings no longer exist, but there are foundations, gardens and some fencing and it’s fascinating to stroll around the camp trying to imagine what life would’ve been like for the POW’s.
Nearby Dwellingup and Lane Poole Reserve offer a variety of walking, biking and canoeing experiences including access points to the Bibbulmun and Munda Biddi Trails.
Dwellingup Visitor Centre
08 9531 1438
Other Links
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Mountain bike hire
Mountain bike hire is available from Dwellingup Adventures.
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Western Australian MTB Guide Book
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Time / Duration
Half a day or less
Length
8km loop
What To Pack
Group C (Mountain bike trails) required.
What To Pack
Group C (Mountain bike trails)
- Group A and B items (see Trail Tips) plus
- Gloves to prevent blisters
- Spare inner tubes or puncture repair kit, pump, tool kit
- Mountain bike shoes and clipless pedals are recommended
Trail End
Mountain Bike
More Difficult
Likely to be a single trail with moderate gradients, variable surface and obstacles. Suitable for skilled mountain bikers with good standard of
fitness using mountain bikes.
Difficulty Notes
Facilities
Map and bike hire available from Dwellingup Adventures (see links page).Information and maps can be obtained from the Dwellingup Visitor Information Centre .
- BBQ Facilities
- Camping
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
Best time of year
Avoid the heat of summer
Fees
Trail Access
Road 2WD
Prohibited Items
No pets

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