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National Park Falls Walk Trail, John Forrest NP

Part of John Forrest National Park network

Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Easy
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 2.5km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Circuit / loop
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20°C

21°

17°

Part of John Forrest National Park network

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Starting at the John Forrest National Park picnic and parking area, this trail follows Jane Brook along the busy Railway Reserves Heritage Trail through to the stunning National Park Falls. 

The falls when running cascade over large granite rock formations into a lush green valley in the cooler months (September to October), and there's a small viewing bridge to cross over for a great view. 

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(08) 9290 6645

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

Time / Duration

Allow 1 hour to enjoy the view from the falls.

Length

2.5km loop

Fees

National Park fees apply

Trail Access

2WD access from Park Road, off Great Eastern Highway, about 30 minutes drive east of Perth

Trail Start

Ranger's Office, John Forrest National Park, 28km (30 minutes) east of Perth

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Trail End

When to go

Cooler months (July to October) when the water is flowing

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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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Hazards & Warnings

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is very popular with cyclists and trail runners, be mindful if you have kids in your group, stick to the left and be courteous to one another. 

Prohibited items

Pets are prohibited within National Parks.

Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Bicycle Rack
  • Car Park
  • Child Activities
  • Lookouts
  • All accessible parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Telephone
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • View Platform
  • Water Access Points
  • All accessible toilet facilities
More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Apr 23, 4:32am

20°C

Feels like 20°C

Max 21°

Min 17°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 11.47km/h NW

8-day forecast

Thu

21°

17°

Fri

19°

18°

Sat

20°

16°

Sun

22°

18°

Mon

21°

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Tue

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Wed

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Thu

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1 trail goers have rated this trail as 5 out of 5!

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Kasia Dudney

Reviewed 30 Jun 2024, 8:42pm

We did this walk on a crisp Sunday morning with kids in tow and they loved it. Very well sign posted and lots of great spots to have lunch. Looking forward to going back in August to do the longer wildflower walk.

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