Walyunga National Park
Walyunga National Park
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
These 1800-hectare national parklands are set in the Avon Valley. The Swan River becomes a thrashing white-water stream as it runs through the park, making it a favored location for canoeing and rafting. The park's walking trails are shaded by Wundoo, Jarrah and Flooded Gum trees, and kangaroos and bird life flourish. Wildflowers are spectacular in spring and in winter the rugged scenery is captivating. The park provides numerous picnic and barbecue areas.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Amanda N
Western Australia, Australia115 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We hiked the Walyunga Heritage Trail in April this year as part of my partner's university studies. It was wonderful to enjoy the sunshine and nature, while also discovering more and more about Aboriginal customs and stories along the way. The information signs were perfectly placed and spaced out to give you plenty of reading material while also having time to enjoy the view. I highly recommend, especially as there are five walk trails you could do from here!
Written 29 October 2024
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nannygoatjunction
Lowlands, Australia125 contributions
Sept 2012 • Family
Didn't mind paying to get in, good BBQ areas and Ablutions. A lovely spot for the kiddies to paddle and splash, altho I suspect that will dry up soon enough.
The walk trails were boringgggg. We love to hike as a family and had been looking forward to this outing. However, the most exciting thing we saw was a dead Kanga. Honestly.
Prime wildflower season and all we could see was weeds. Capeweed, Pattersons Curse, Cape Tulip, Bridle Creeper. Dead and dying trees. Even the wattles were battling. Wildlife? Crows. Just crows.
We did have a good time, as we always do, but there are much better parks to visit out there.
The walk trails were boringgggg. We love to hike as a family and had been looking forward to this outing. However, the most exciting thing we saw was a dead Kanga. Honestly.
Prime wildflower season and all we could see was weeds. Capeweed, Pattersons Curse, Cape Tulip, Bridle Creeper. Dead and dying trees. Even the wattles were battling. Wildlife? Crows. Just crows.
We did have a good time, as we always do, but there are much better parks to visit out there.
Written 5 October 2012
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Zhoom
Perth, Australia265 contributions
Sept 2013 • Family
I was told by a friend that I is a great spot for photography. It is small and just a simple rest stop on the side of great northern highway where you can have a BBQ by the river. Big Deal. Had to pay $11.00 for this. Even the parks department have got in on the action. I was under the impression that it will be some thing worth while. Save your money and go to Brigadoon Bells rapids which is 10 minutes closer to Perth and arguably better and FREE.
I would also suggest going to John Forrest National park which is a real national park. You will have to pay $11.00 to get in,but its much better value than Walynuga rest stop!
I would also suggest going to John Forrest National park which is a real national park. You will have to pay $11.00 to get in,but its much better value than Walynuga rest stop!
Written 21 September 2013
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Rafael G
Province of Barcelona, Spain123 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
Average park with a sick vegetation and a contaminated river that runs through it. There are many other worthwhile parks rather than this one.
Written 14 September 2016
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cruisejunkie68
Western Australia, Australia1,517 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
We ended up here by chance when we were out for a Sunday drive. I spotted the sign post and remembered this was a favourite picnic spot for my family when I was a child. I hadn't visited for approx 35 years but I remembered that I loved it as a child. I'm so glad we went in and we'll be returning for sure; it's such a beautiful spot on the river with nice walking trails. Definitely recommend a visit here.
Written 2 October 2018
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David L
Perth, Australia138 contributions
June 2016 • Couples
Perfect for a hike in winter time. Different tracks from 2km up to 11km, with great lookouts, plenty of wild flowers and Roos. Bbq facilities and toilets at the river. Typical national park entry fees apply.
Written 2 June 2016
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Frankie B
Perth, Australia302 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
We set off for a BBQ lunch from Perth (Fremantle) as the day was a perfect one for just this, but still although April the Fire Bans are still in place, so a destination with Gas BBQ facilities was required.
We just loved the Park, did a couple of lovely, easy walks, children riding bikes passing us, prams and young families also walking the trails, just delightful. There are two picnic areas, the one we chose was Boongarup Pool area which I think would be the main picnic area, though there were a couple of BBQ's at the other car park. The BBQ facilities are free, the entrance to the park was $12 per car/family or $6 Seniors with the appropriate card/authorisation.
There are many picnic tables and chairs under shade/in full sun, whichever is required and plenty of room to throw a ball, play cricket possibly, ride bikes, Kayak, lots to do.
We intend to organise an extended family picnic in the not too distant future, think it would be the perfect spot!
We just loved the Park, did a couple of lovely, easy walks, children riding bikes passing us, prams and young families also walking the trails, just delightful. There are two picnic areas, the one we chose was Boongarup Pool area which I think would be the main picnic area, though there were a couple of BBQ's at the other car park. The BBQ facilities are free, the entrance to the park was $12 per car/family or $6 Seniors with the appropriate card/authorisation.
There are many picnic tables and chairs under shade/in full sun, whichever is required and plenty of room to throw a ball, play cricket possibly, ride bikes, Kayak, lots to do.
We intend to organise an extended family picnic in the not too distant future, think it would be the perfect spot!
Written 25 April 2016
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Charles J
Perth, Australia483 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
I'm a sucker for National Parks, wherever they are. As long as the tracks aren't too treacherous and don't require too many tools then I'm a sucker for going.
This park carries the usual $12 entry per car fee (free if you cycle or walk) and features a car park and clean toilets.
We went on the 11km walk which is described as a 5 hour walk. We did it in 2.5hrs with plenty of stops for views, rest and kangaroo encounters. There are shorter router but we didn't have a chance to try them out.
I will be back with a camera :D Looking forward to coming back during the wetter season! Take lots of hydration and head protection as all the walking was fairly exposed to the elements.
This park carries the usual $12 entry per car fee (free if you cycle or walk) and features a car park and clean toilets.
We went on the 11km walk which is described as a 5 hour walk. We did it in 2.5hrs with plenty of stops for views, rest and kangaroo encounters. There are shorter router but we didn't have a chance to try them out.
I will be back with a camera :D Looking forward to coming back during the wetter season! Take lots of hydration and head protection as all the walking was fairly exposed to the elements.
Written 15 March 2016
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Waddler
York, UK12,557 contributions
Sept 2015 • Solo
If you are a local and have a national parks pass etc, I can see why its nice to come down for a BBQ or picnic by the river and go for a walk.
I took on the longest walk (Echidna), taking 2.5hrs all the best bits are in the first 30 minutes! That's the river side walk and then a steep hill up which offers views of the Avon river and then a bend in the valley where the train track goes - a bit of a blight on the landscape but this would be a great spot to watch the Indian Pacific for train enthusiasts as its a reasonably scenic valley.
The rest of the walk was not overly interesting, though there were some kangaroos and wildflowers - a lot of weeds too though.
But I just can't see this being a great draw for tourists. If you want a picnic or bbq by the water then there's plenty of places in Perth you can do that without spending the $12 entry. If you want to bushwalk then this isn't one of my first picks.
I took on the longest walk (Echidna), taking 2.5hrs all the best bits are in the first 30 minutes! That's the river side walk and then a steep hill up which offers views of the Avon river and then a bend in the valley where the train track goes - a bit of a blight on the landscape but this would be a great spot to watch the Indian Pacific for train enthusiasts as its a reasonably scenic valley.
The rest of the walk was not overly interesting, though there were some kangaroos and wildflowers - a lot of weeds too though.
But I just can't see this being a great draw for tourists. If you want a picnic or bbq by the water then there's plenty of places in Perth you can do that without spending the $12 entry. If you want to bushwalk then this isn't one of my first picks.
Written 28 September 2015
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hypsmp
Perth, Australia77 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
I spent Easter day here with my family. It is a lovely spot, it is mostly paved and is wheelchair accessible. We didn't use the BBQ's but other people did, we picked a lovely spot overlooking the water and sat and talked and ate :) We brought out own kayaks and the kids took them out on the water, there is a pool of water there all year round. We are coming back when the water is flowing more.
Written 2 April 2018
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Is this a park you need to pay for on entry if so will this park be open Christmas Day. Thank you
Written 23 November 2017
There's no camping allowed. It's a day only facility
Written 3 June 2017
I'm in Brabham visiting from the USA. Is it possible to take public transport to Walyunga National Park?
Written 20 January 2016
When do the Avon Descent participants usually pass through Walyunga NP? On the first day or the second day?
Written 12 July 2015
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