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GREAT John Forrest 201 Hills to Kalamunda trailNational Park 1 day HWY EASTERN

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GT. EASTERN HWY. BYPASS I00 Gooseberry KM ROUND TRIP KALAMUNDA Hill Nat. Pk. APPROX.

Helena Gooseberry Hill

ROE Kalamunda National Park RD 207 WEIR RD Kalamunda 207 MUNDARING

CANNING Lesmurdie Falls ALDERSYDE National Park

RD LAWNBROOK Bickley

WELSHPOOL RD

RD Lesmurdie RD RD LEGEND EAST Highway / Sealed Road Unsealed Road Track Bibbulmun Track Carmel GLENISLA Munda Biddi Trail State Tourist Drive 207

The forested hills and granite outcrops On a day trip you can see vast areas of of the Darling Range provide Perth with national forest with lakes, rivers and a dramatic eastern backdrop visible even waterfalls. It’s dotted with historic from many parts of the metropolitan attractions and offers a great selection of area. If it’s been a while since you cafes, restaurants and wineries so you explored those distant hills, winter is a can stop to indulge and relax on the way. great time to wind your way through its And if you do need more time, there are lush forests. The area has a surprising plenty of places to stay from bed and range of natural wonders and other breakfasts to boutique retreats. To see attractions that make it a perfect place just how much is on offer, we took a drive to head for an easy getaway from Perth. through three areas in the . Most destinations in the Perth Hills are Suggested itinerary less than an hour’s drive from the centre From Perth city: approximately 40 minutes along taking the Great Eastern of the city and all are an easy day trip Highway Bypass, or via Graham Farmer Freeway/ from most parts of metropolitan area. Orrong Road. Located on top of the Darling

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Highlights » Great views » Bibbulmun Track Walking trail » Picnic spots » Wine and Dining » History and Heritage » Events and activities

RAC Recommends Escarpment, Kalamunda has sweeping views boutique vineyards along the way. The wineries’ Inattention affects all drivers, especially in across the Swan Coastal Plain to the city. A great cellar doors are open on weekends rural WA. Fatalities in the Wheatbelt are 6x way to see Kalamunda is from Perth via Great for tastings. higher than that of the WA state average. RAC recommends rest, before driving, Eastern Highway travelling up through Darlington, History and Heritage: To take in a little of the Hovea and the John Forrest National Park and stopping regularly, sharing the drive and Kalamunda’s history, stop in at Stirk Cottage and allowing enough travel time. returning via the Kalamunda Cultural Precinct Park. Built in 1881, it was the very first house in and the famous Zig Zag. This will also allow you Kalamunda town. The cottage is surrounded to pass through the Darling Range National Park, by a park with picnic facilities and a children’s Gooseberry Hill National Park and Kalamunda playground. National Park. Visitor Centres If you’d like to further explore the area’s heritage, Kalamunda (08) 9257 9998 For a great view: A great place to take in the the Kalamunda Historical Village is the largest local views is from the Zig Zag scenic drive. This three museum in depicting life in the Shire of Kalamunda (08) 9257 9999 kilometre drive in Gooseberry Hill was originally a Perth Hills and the industries that developed in the section of railway line. Each spring an annual walk area in the late 1800s. It was the site of the Upper allows participants to enjoy the views on foot. Darling Range Railway Station built in the 1890s. Bibbulmun Track Walking trail: Kalamunda is The Village is popular with children aged between Accomodation also the start of another famous walk trail, the 5-12 years. Visit racparksandresorts.com.au or contact your nearest RAC Bibbulmun Track. It’s one of the world’s great long Shopping: As well as the many restaurants dotted travel centre to book today. distance walking tracks, stretching nearly 1000km through the hills around the area, Kalamunda’s from Kalamunda to Albany. main shopping precinct has a great selection of Picnic spots: If you’re after a perfect picnic spot, places to stop for a meal and some refreshments. Lesmurdie Falls, located in the Lesmurdie Falls Information: The Zig Zag Cultural Centre in Park Passes National Park, is a fantastic place to stop and is Kalamunda also has a visitor centre, art gallery best viewed during the winter months. Take one RAC members receive 50% off and café. National Park Passes. Purchase yours of the scenic walk trails that lead to several lookout today at rac.com.au/parkpasses. points for a great view of the waterfalls. Events and activities: The Kalamunda Village Markets are held on the first Saturday of every Wine and Dining: If you’d like to taste some of month in the Kalamunda Town Square. the area’s local produce, the Bickley-Carmel Wine Trail and Scenic Drive winds through two beautiful Useful tips valleys passing cafes, restaurants and several Need a car? Hire a car through Thrifty car rental and save.

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