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Wam Bam

Mountain Bike inSouth West

  • 1-3 hours
  • 0.4 km
    • Mountain Bike Very Difficult

A Black trail for the more advanced rider as an alternative line on the Dam It descent.

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Trail Start

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Access starts half way down the Dam It trail, Wellington National Park, 185km south of Perth.

Trail End

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Finishes at the lower part of the Dam It trail, Wellington National Park, 185km south of Perth.

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This black trail has plenty of challenges, starting with a series of rock gardens, step-downs and rock rollers, then culminating with a large, steep rocky step-down.

Alternate black descent starting halfway down Dam It. Great Trail to link with Firetail for a longer black descent.

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Time / Duration

5 minutes

Length

400m

What To Pack

Group C (Mountain bike trails) required.

Trail Start

Access starts half way down the Dam It trail, Wellington National Park, 185km south of Perth.

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Trail End

Finishes at the lower part of the Dam It trail, Wellington National Park, 185km south of Perth.

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Mountain Bike

Very Difficult

Likely to be a challenging single trail with steep gradients, variable surface and many obstacles. Suitable for experienced mountain bikers with higher level of fitness and good skills. Suitable for better quality mountain bikes.

Hazards & Warnings

Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity with inherent risks. Ride within your skills and abilities. It should only be undertaken with a full understanding of all the risks.

Facilities

Facilities are available at Wellington Dam. The café is open Thursdays to Mondays and every day during school holidays. Drinking water is not available,.

Campsite bookings for Potters Gorge can be made at the Kiosk. (Phone 9734 7521)
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Camping
  • Car Park
  • Kiosk
  • Parking for Disabled
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Toilet Facilities for Disabled
  • Access without assistance for the Disabled
  • Coach Parking
  • View Platform

Best time of year

September to June

Fees

Trail Access

By road to Wellington National Park

Prohibited Items

No pets
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