Mandurah & Peel Walking Trails

The Mandurah and Peel region offers some breathtaking scenic walking trails amongst the many forests, parks and rivers. From coastal walks near Mandurah, to walking trails amongst the national parks, along the Murray River and throughout Lane Poole Reserve - the region's walking trails offer a fantastic way to view the sights and natural attractions.

Coastal Walks

Halls Head Coastal Trail

Distance: 10km | Duration: 2 hours | Difficulty: Moderate
This scenic coastal path follows the stunning Indian Ocean, offering plenty of spots to sit, relax, and watch for dolphins. With a newly upgraded section connecting Janis Street to Sharland Street (Doddi’s Beach), it’s perfect for walking, cycling, or a stroll with your furry friend. Find out more.

Erskine Nature Trail

Distance: 6km return | Time: 2 hours | Difficulty: Easy
A peaceful escape into nature, this trail meanders through the Len Howard Conservation Reserve, offering stunning estuary views, boardwalks over the wetlands, and plenty of birdwatching opportunities. Keep an eye out for dolphins and other local wildlife!Find out more.

Joseph & Dulcie Nannup Trail

Distance: 4km | Duration: 1-3 hours | Difficulty: Easy
Follow the serene Serpentine River on this family-friendly walk, rich in Noongar heritage. With sealed paths, boardwalks, and wheelchair-friendly sections, this is a great way to immerse yourself in Mandurah’s natural beauty.

Mariner’s Cove Trail at Creery Wetlands

Distance: 1.5km | Duration: Less than 1 hour | Difficulty:Easy
A haven for birdwatchers, this tranquil loop winds through protected wetlands, home to migratory shorebirds and native marsupials like the quenda. Enjoy estuary views from the boardwalks and keep your binoculars handy!

Island Point Reserve – Possum Loop & Bobtail Loop

Distance: 2.3km & 3.3km | Duration: 1-3 hours | Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Explore these scenic loops through Ramsar-listed wetlands, rich with native orchids, towering tuart trees, and wildlife from ospreys to western bearded dragons. Spring is the best time to see the wildflowers in full bloom!

Lakeside Loop & Lake Clifton Thrombolites – Yalgorup National Park

Distance: 5km | Duration: 1-3 hours | Difficulty: Moderate
Wander through towering paperbarks and peppermint trees, then marvel at the ancient thrombolites—one of the world’s rarest living fossils—best viewed from the Lake Clifton boardwalk. Ready to hit the trails? Find detailed maps, trail highlights, and more hidden gems on Visit Mandurah’s Walking Trails page.

River Walks

Marrinup Falls Walk Trail

Distance: 1.3km | Time: 45 minutes | Difficulty: Easy
Discover the Marrinup Brook and Falls on this 1.3 km family friendly walk. This is a relatively easy walk meandering through lovely native bush with a few up and downs which can be slippery. Spring is especially beautiful with flowing waterfalls and wildflowers. Facilities include carpark, with fuel and shopping available in town. Find out more.

Tullis Bridge Walking Trail

Distance: 3km | Difficulty: Easy
Enjoy a walk around the old Tullis Bridge originally built in 1912 to connect Narrogin to Pinjarra. Located approximately 8km from Boddington, the bridge can be accessed via Morts Road off Farmers Avenue. The walking trail follows the Hotham River and the rail line to Tullis Bridge. Walkers will enjoy bird watching, wildflowers in season and stunning scenery. Lots of natural shady areas are available for the day tripper to stay and enjoy lunch or a snack while enjoying the natural environment of Tullis Bridge. Find out more.

Tullis Bridge Rail Trail

Distance: 8km | Difficulty: Moderate
The Tullis Bridge Rail Trail makes use of the Hotham Valley Railway Line from Boddington to Tullis Bridge. This 8km walking trail runs beside the beautiful Hotham River and through mostly flat paddocks and timber reserves. Once arriving at Tullis Bridge walkers can have a rest or continue along the 3km Tullis Bridge Trail. Find out more.

Ranford Pool Walk Trail

Distance: 2.5km | Difficulty: Easy
Starting from Lions Weir in Boddington, this walking trail follows the Hotham River to historic Ranford Pool. The first part of the walk is fully paved, wide enough for push bikes, horses, prams and wheelchairs and takes in the scenery along the river’s edge along to the Hotham Valley Bridge. Once you have passed the bridge, the path reverts to a more natural state and ends up as a narrow walking trail only. Fishing, canoeing and bird watching can be enjoyed in this part of the river. Find out more.

Forest Walks

Lane Poole Reserve Trails - Dwellingup

King Jarrah Track
Distance: 18km loop | Time: 5-6 hours | Difficulty: Difficult
The King Jarrah Track is an enjoyable walk trail through a mixture of jarrah and banksia dominated forest. The walk climbs quickly from the Nanga Mill campground offering good views of the valley below and then continues along the ridge - the highlight of the walk is of course the 300-600 year old King Jarrah Tree. You can join the track from a number of locations on the route, and there is plenty of signage along the way. Facilities include carpark, toilets and camping areas. The track is suited to experienced walkers. Find out more.

Chuditch Walk Trail
Distance: 6-9km loop | Difficulty: Moderate
Starting at either Chuditch or Nanga Mill campgrounds, the majority of this delightful trail is on wide tracks with gentle gradients. There is one short section of narrower trail near Chuditch that has short steep sections. The walk passes mostly through Jarrah forest with impressive stands of grass trees. Observe small woodland birds such as Scarlet Robins and Red-winged Fairy Wrens amongst the understorey, or Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos feeding high up in the canopy. Find out more.

Island Poole Walk Trail
Distance: 2.1km | Time: 1 hour | Difficulty: Moderate
This walk leads up the side of the Murray River valley and provides excellent views of the valley and the river below. The seasonal appearance of wildflowers makes this a popular trail in the springtime. There is a riverside picnic area and Island Pool is a popular swimming spot on warm days. Toilet facilities are available in the upper car park. Find out more.

Waroona Nature Trails

Heathlands Trail
Distance: 4.5km | Time: 1-1.5 hours | Difficulty: Easy
This walk explores the many different vegetation types of Yargolup National Park. It begins at the information bay on Preston Beach Road and is well signposted and best during late winter and spring.

Lake Pollard Walk Trail
Distance: 6km | Time: 2 hours | Difficulty: Easy
Lake Pollard is renowned for its high numbers of black swans between October and March. The walk begins at the entrance to Martins Tank campground on Preston Beach Road. The walking trail is well sign-posted and is perfect for nature enthusiasts. Find out more.

Hamel Wetland Walk Trail
Time: 15 - 30 minutes
In the past years the Hamel Wetlands has just been a forest. In 2005 the pine plantation was chopped and the land owner, the department of environment and conservation, decided the wetlands should be a nature reserve. There is a Gazebo at the end of the trail where you can see ducks, birds, black swans and their babies. It is a 15 to 30 minute walk. Turn off the south west highway onto Cornucopia Street and into the exploring trail.

Public Art Walks

Federation Heritage Art Walk

The Federation Heritage Art Walk highlights Mandurah and Peel's colonial history. Explore the artworks below or grab a map from the Mandurah Visitor Centre.

• First Government School (1900): Now the Mandurah Community Museum, featuring a recreated classroom. Artist: Anne Neil.
• Mrs Lyttleton's Inn (1840s): Built by Sarah Lyttleton near the ferry, this inn served travelers. Artist: Claire Bailey.
• First Government Jetty (1896): Constructed to improve access to Mandurah; artwork symbolizes ‘life’s journey. Artist: Claire Bailey.
• Peel Inlet Preserving Works (1880): Western Australia's early fish cannery; artwork honors its pioneering days. Artist: Mary Knott.
• Aboriginal Fishing Site: A significant Noongar fishing location; mosaic reflects cultural traditions. Artists: Sandra Hill & Jenny Dawson.
• Renown Bakery (1900s-1970s): Known for its wood-fired bread; artwork invites visitors to relax and enjoy. Artist: Claire Bailey.
• Open Air Picture Gardens (1920s): A vital social venue; artwork captures its nostalgic charm. Artist: Claire Bailey.
• First Government Post & Telegraph Office (1887): Connected Mandurah to the colony; artwork encourages handwritten letters. Artist: Claire Bailey.

Mandurah Art Trail

Mandurah's public artworks can be found along the Eastern Foreshore, down laneways and on the pavements and facades of buildings. See below some of the highlights of the Mandurah Art Trail and click here for more information. Don't forget to take a photo and hashtag #visitmandurah.

• Blue Swimmer Crab – Located at the east end of Mandurah Bridge, this interactive 3D artwork by award-winning pavement artist Jenny McCracken offers a fun and safe way to pose with Mandurah’s famous blue swimmer crab.
• Floral Swing Mural – Tuckey Lane (between 5 and 8 Mandurah Terrace) was transformed into an Instagram hotspot by Shape Mandurah, featuring a stunning floral swing mural—perfect for a photo op!
• Giant Deck Chair – Relax on Mandurah’s Eastern Foreshore in this oversized chair, commissioned by Visit Mandurah and crafted by the local Men's Shed. Enjoy the estuary views with the iconic Moreton Bay fig tree as your backdrop.
• The Heart – Mandurah’s name originates from the Noongar word Mandjoogoordap, meaning ‘meeting place of the heart.’ This aluminium heart sculpture by local artist Gary Aitken on the Eastern Foreshore is a must for a photo.
• Marine Wildlife 3D Art – Another 3D pavement masterpiece by Jenny McCracken, this artwork outside the Mandurah Visitor Centre brings Mandurah’s abundant marine wildlife to life.
• The Frame – This aluminium sculpture by Gary Aitken, located along the boardwalk near the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, invites visitors to frame their view of the stunning surroundings.
• Seafood Nation – Giant Marine Wildlife – Pose with a giant western rock lobster, shark, bottlenose dolphins, or blue swimmer crabs at Dolphin Quay, Mandurah Ocean Marina—an entertaining way to pass the time while your food is prepared.
• Pelican 3D Art – Also at Dolphin Quay Marina, this playful 3D artwork of a hungry pelican is perfect for a creative and fun photo.

Heritage Trails

Discover the Stories of the Peel Region. The Peel Region is steeped in interesting history, both Indigenous and European, and most of the small towns you visit have stories you'll want explore.

Pinjarra Heritage Trail

Pinjarra, one of WA's oldest established towns, offers rich grazing lands, with the town quickly becoming known as a centre for dairy and cattle farming. The 1.2 km Pinjarra Heritage Trail is a fascinating way to explore the region. Starting from the Edenvale Heritage Precinct. this trail heads past the Court House (1935), the Post Office (1895) and down beside the Murray river. Highlights include St John's Church, the Old Schoolhouse (1896), Liveringa (1885) and Edenvale (1888).

Tullis Bridge and Tullis Bridge Walk Trail

Tullis Bridge is located approximately 9 kms out of Boddington and can be accessed via Morts Road off Farmers Avenue. The bridge was built in 1912 in the trestle style and was used to link the railway line from Pinjarra to Narrogin for use by the timber industry up until 1968. At Tullis Bridge you can enjoy a picnic at the picnic tables or sit under the canopy of trees that stretch alongside the Hotham River. Toilets are available at this site. The drive out to Tullis Bridge along Morts Road offers some magnificent vistas, taking you past the back of the BHP Boddington Bauxite Mine, Marradong Reserve, olive groves and orchards.

The Brook Trail

The three kilometre Brook Trail takes you through a semi-natural wildlife reserve for passive recreation, biodiversity conservation and for its Aboriginal heritage values. Dogs are welcome on a leash and rubbish should be placed in bins or taken home. Access to trail is from Cardup Siding Road.

Mandurah Foreshore Heritage Walk Tour

Go on a trip down memory lane whilst taking in the sights along the Mandurah foreshore. This FREE leisurely walking tour is 1 hour in duration and runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 11.00am - Bookings are essential . The tour commences at the Mandurah Community Museum. Find out more.