Wildflower Walk
John Forrest National Park
Wildflower Walk
Immersive Nature Experience
This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.
Break the Boundary Rating: Level 2 - The Adventurer
Break the Boundary Prerequisite: Has completed at least a Level 1 hike with Break the Boundary
Online Bookings essential
Location: John Forrest National Park
Length: 4.5km
Estimated Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation: 101m
Trail Type: Circuit
Sun exposure: High
Mobile Reception: Vodafone, Optus - Patchy/Poor Coverage. Telstra- Full Coverage. Please note, hikers always carry a Personal Locator Beacon in case of emergency.
Best Time to Visit: All year round
Details
Address: John Forrest National Park
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/H7NEiM9BvxLYGZBd6
Ammenities: ACROD parking, bitumen. Public BBQ for family time after the hike, or have a cool beverage, meal post hike at the John Forrest Wildflower Tavern!
Accessible Bathrooms: Unfortunately, it would be very hard to access this bathroom if you use a wheelchair. Estimated door width: 810mm, with an immediate very sharp turn as you enter (shown).
Nearest accessible bathrooms to the hike: Caltex Glen Forrest open 5am-9pm, 3km from the start of the trail.
Entrance Fee: $17, $10 concession for park entry. There are machines at the entrance of the park. This entrance fee is not included in the hike.
Be Prepared: We will be going out into the bush! Even if you have hiked with us before, please check the Hiking Participant Information Pack to make sure you have everything you’ll need. We will walk through a dark tunnel for this hike. Please bring a torch (or use the light on your phone). We can always omit going through the tunnel if that is the desire of the group!
Immersive Hiking Experience
Supported by the Western Australian State Government and Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries, our hiking leaders at Break the Boundary are receiving advanced training to create unforgettable, participate-informed experiences in the stunning Western Australian bush. We know that sometimes, Breaking the Boundary is getting up to Kalamunda, and getting out in nature! We are so lucky to have such an array of plants for you to come and find and identify with us, so close to the hub. We are working with our community to ensure that these hikes cater to everyone, so if you have any questions or feedback, please don’t hesitate to contact hiking@breaktheboundary.com.au
The State Government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is a major supporter of Break the Boundary in Western Australia. Sport and recreation creates vibrant, inclusive and connected WA communities. This Grant has been awarded through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries WA Hiking Participation Program, and we thank them for their continued support.
Make a day of it!
With Mundaring so close, make the most of your drive:
Enjoy the BBQ facilities at John Forrest NP and cook yourselves a great post hike lunch!
Visit the John Forrest Tavern and hang out with the Kangaroos!
Mundaring Garden and Farmer’s Market: Every Saturday 8am-12 noon
Visit the Mundaring Sculpture Park and Playground.
Check out if there’s anything special planned in the Shire of Mundaring: What’s on in Mundaring?