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Yange Kep Bidi, Perth Western Suburbs Yange Kep Bidi, Perth Western Suburbs

Bush Walk

(+2)
Urban Walk, Road
 in Perth & Surrounds

Part of Whadjuk Trail Network network
  • Full day
  • 21.2 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).

The Yange Kep Bidi, (translation Wetland Trail) is a picturesque meander starting at Freshwater Bay on the Swan River foreshore.  This 21km bird lovers walking trail connects remnant bushland and significant wetlands including Perry Lakes, Lake Monger and Herdsman Lake.

The unique Black Swans at Lake Monger
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Steeped in history, the Yange Kep Bidi’s unique path links with the Claremont Meanders "Cobblers and Convicts Trail"; the City of Nedlands' "Mount Claremont Walk" and the Town of Cambridge's proposed "Western Bush and Lakelands Trail" and it’s "Heritage Trail" on route to Lake Monger in the North. Passing through varied metropolitan areas, refreshment and coffee shops can be enjoyed on route.

Look for triangular markers bearing the Long Neck Turtle as an icon installed into pathways and bollards along the route.  The trail is not steep, and is dog friendly, making it ideal for enjoying family walks. The linked lakes offer a wide variety of wildlife, including many species of birds. A vast array of wildflowers can be enjoyed between July and October. 

Whadjuk Trails are all linked and can be combined to extend the walk, or looped with other trails to create a shorter loop

WESROC (City of Nedlands)

(08) 9273 3500

Western Australian (Perth City) Visitor Centre

(08) 9483 1111

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Time / Duration

Up to 6 hours if you walk the entire route

Length

21.2km one way

Trail Start

Freshwater Bay 10km (20minutes) south of Perth CBD

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Trail End

Lake Monger, Wembley which is 4km (5 minutes) west of Perth

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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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Additional information

Sections of the trail are unsealed or fairly steep. These have alternate routes available

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Facilities

For detailed information on sectors where wheelchair accessibility is limited please see the downloadable map for alternate routes.
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Car Park
  • Child Activities
  • Dog Friendly
  • All accessible parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Shop
  • Water Access Points

Best time of year

August to November to enjoy the wild flowers

Trail Access

Road 2WD, train, bus, bike

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1 trail goers have rated Yange Kep Bidi, Perth Western Suburbs as 5 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.

Sarah York

Reviewed 17 Mar 2021, 3:11pm

We really loved this trail. The lakes are beautiful, especially on a fine and still morning

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