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Whadjuk Noongar Country
The Syd’s Rapids and Aboriginal Heritage Walk trails can be accessed from either the Walyunga Pool carpark or Boongarup Pool where the two trails meet.
The combined distance of both trails is 5.1km return
The trails are located in the Walyunga National Park, 40 kilometres north east of Perth. These family friendly trails provide interpretation on the indigenous history, plants and animals and the history of white water rafting in this beautiful location.
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Learn moreWalyunga National Park lies in the Darling Range, just behind the Darling Scarp. The Swan River runs through the centre of the park, forming a string of placid pools along the valley floor in summer, and a raging torrent with long series of rapids in winter. The latter provides one of Australia's best white water canoeing courses and is part of the annual Avon Descent race each August.
Walyunga contains one of the largest known Aboriginal campsites around Perth and was still in use by the Nyoongar people late last century. Archaeological evidence suggests that the area has been used by regional tribes for more than 6000 years.
The easy 0.8km (1.6km return) Aboriginal Heritage Trail meanders along the river bank, between Walyunga Pool and Boongarup Pool, and allows people to learn about Aboriginal heritage and see the park's plants and animals through the eyes of the original inhabitants.
Syd's Rapids continues another 1.75km (3.5km return) along the river from Boongarup Pool to the Rapids and returns by the same path.
The park is also known for sensational wildflowers in winter and spring, abundant native animals and rugged valley scenery which can also be enjoyed on a number of other, longer loop trails
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Up to 3 hours
5.1km
National Park fees apply
Road 2WD
The trail starts at the Walyunga Pool car park, Walyunga NP 1 hour north east of Perth
March to November Walyunga National Park is open daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm
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).
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
No pets or fires are permitted in the National Park
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.
Camp bookings are essential https://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/site/walyunga-campground
15°C
Feels like 15°C
Max 17°C
Min 15°C
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