Kep Track
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Overview
Highlights
Trail: Grade 2 | 75km | Multi-day
The Kep Track is a 75 kilometre easy multi-use trail that uses the rail formation between Mundaring in the Perth Hills to Northam, east of Perth. This Top Trail is aligned to the Golden Pipeline Drive Trail, following part of CY O'Connor's pipeline which continues from Mundaring Weir to Kalgoorlie. The track passes through the communities of Mundaring, Sawyers Valley, Mount Helena, Wundowie, Bakers Hill and Clackline. The Kep is wider than other tracks so walkers, bike riders and horses can share the route. There is multiple access points which means walkers from any level (from strollers to end-to-enders) are catered for. It is an easy ride being reasonably flat with few hazards (beware of rabbit holes and road crossings). Riders can park and ride from pretty much any town along the way.
As there are a number of small towns, walkers, cyclists and equestrians have easy access to facilities and shops (check opening times). Those who want to go end-to-end should speak to one of the Visitor Centres to source suitable accommodation. The trail is well signed with trail heads at Northam and Mundaring Weir.
Activities
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the Trails WA website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.
Photo & content credits: Trails WA
