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Just east of Perth, Kalamunda and the Perth Hills offer a huge playground for gravel riding, with quiet backroads, forest tracks, fire trails and old railway corridors providing plenty of options for riders looking to escape the city. Starting around Kalamunda, riders can quickly leave the suburbs behind and head into the forests and rolling terrain of the Darling Scarp. The surrounding network combines gravel roads and unsealed tracks with plenty of climbing, making it possible to create everything from a shorter gravel spin through to a challenging full-day adventure. The landscape is classic Perth Hills — jarrah and marri forest, granite outcrops, valleys and elevated sections with views back towards the coastal plain. Head further into the hills and the riding opens up towards Mundaring and an even larger network of cycling routes and backcountry tracks. There are also some well-known cycling trails to discover throughout the region. The Kalamunda Railway Heritage Trail provides a more accessible introduction to riding in the hills, while longer adventures can connect with routes including the Munda Biddi Trail and Kep Track around Mundaring. With Perth sitting within easy reach, Kalamunda makes a brilliant base for riders wanting to explore gravel cycling in Western Australia without having to travel far from the city. RTS Tip: There isn't just one Kalamunda gravel ride — the Perth Hills are packed with backroads, forest tracks and cycling routes waiting to be explored. Ride The State will continue working on adding individual routes as separate Ride Cards over time. Until then, use the mapping link to explore route options and always check current access, fire, weather and trail conditions before heading out.

Forsyths Mill, near Sawyers Valley in the Perth Hills, is a compact 6km cross-country MTB loop that squeezes plenty of fun into a relatively short ride. Rated moderate, the singletrack is packed with fast corners, tight turns, log rollovers, bomb holes and jumps, with very little major climbing — making it a great place for mixed-ability groups or repeated laps. There’s also a short beginner loop near the car park, while more experienced riders will find harder optional obstacles towards the end of the main circuit. It’s an old-school Perth Hills ride where the challenge comes from the constant features rather than big elevation. RTS Tip: Forsyths Mill rides best in the cooler months, when a little moisture helps hold the trail together. During summer the famous WA pea gravel can become loose and slippery, so take care through faster corners. Bring your own drinking water and snacks; there are toilets, picnic facilities and parking at the trailhead, with the closest shops at Chidlow. If 6km isn’t enough, Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails are nearby and make an easy addition for a bigger day of riding.

John Forrest National Park in the Perth Hills, Western Australia, is a fantastic destination for cycling and cross-country mountain biking just around 30 minutes from Perth. As Western Australia’s oldest national park, it combines bush riding with railway history, waterfalls, granite outcrops and sweeping views across the Swan Coastal Plain. One of the key cycling routes is the 41 km Railway Reserves Heritage Trail, which follows the former Eastern Railway through John Forrest and continues through Perth Hills communities including Darlington, Parkerville and Mundaring. Riders can also tackle the 16 km Noolbenger Off-Road Cycle Trail, a dedicated cross-country MTB adventure featuring varied terrain, scenic viewpoints, granite outcrops and seasonal creeks. For an easier ride, sections of the old railway formation provide relatively gentle cycling and access to some of the park’s best-known attractions, including Hovea Falls, National Park Falls and the historic Swan View Tunnel. Around 6 km of the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail passes through the national park, making John Forrest an excellent starting point for anything from a short family-friendly ride to a longer Perth Hills gravel or MTB adventure. RTS Tip: If it’s your first visit, the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is a great way to explore John Forrest by bike, while the Noolbenger Trail offers a bigger off-road challenge. Winter and spring are particularly rewarding when the waterfalls are flowing and wildflowers are appearing. Stick to sanctioned cycling trails, check current park and trail conditions before riding, and remember that national park entry fees may apply.

Kalamunda is one of Western Australia’s best-known mountain biking destinations, with an extensive network of purpose-built trails winding through the jarrah forest of the Perth Hills. The network offers everything from approachable cross-country and flowing singletrack through to rocky technical sections, jumps and more challenging descents, giving riders plenty of options to build a ride around their ability and appetite for adventure. With a huge variety of trails and loops to explore, Kalamunda works just as well for a quick local lap as it does for a full day of riding. RTS Tip: Don’t try to tackle the whole network in one hit. Pick a few trails that suit your ability and build a loop around them — then save the rest for another visit. Kalamunda can become hot and exposed during warmer months, so carry plenty of water and check current trail conditions and closures before setting out.

Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow, Western Australia, is a family-friendly mountain biking destination in the Perth Hills, around 45 minutes east of Perth. Set within a 168-hectare bushland reserve, the lake has a dedicated 12 km mountain bike trail network designed primarily for beginner through intermediate riders, making it an excellent place for kids, families, newer mountain bikers and riders looking to build their skills. The network includes flowing singletrack, gentle climbing trails, rollers, small jumps, rock gardens and technical features, with trails including Railway Run, Eastern Line, Hula, Yeehaa, Woohoo, Shakes n’ Ladders, Towies, Stewies, Man vs Machine and Blue Panther. The Eastern Line provides an approachable 1.3 km climb to the upper trailhead, where riders can choose from several descending options. Beginners can build confidence on trails such as Railway Run, Hula and Stewies, while intermediate riders can step up to faster and more technical trails such as Yeehaa, Woohoo, Shakes n’ Ladders and Blue Panther. There’s also a pump track for practising bike handling, while the approximately 3 km Lakeside Trail provides an easier ride around Lake Leschenaultia through marri and wandoo woodland. The network can also be linked towards the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail, opening up options for a longer Perth Hills cycling adventure. With parking, toilets, picnic areas, playgrounds, swimming, camping and other facilities around the lake, Lake Leschenaultia is particularly good for combining mountain biking with a family day out or weekend in the Perth Hills. Entry to the reserve is free. RTS Tip: If you’re introducing kids or newer riders to MTB, Lake Leschenaultia is a great place to start — use Eastern Line to reach the upper trailhead and progressively work through the descending trails as confidence grows. In summer, always check conditions before travelling: high fire danger can result in the West Beach area and MTB trails being closed, or the entire reserve closing when conditions become more severe.

Munda Biddi Trail – Mundaring to Albany The Munda Biddi Trail is one of Australia's great long-distance cycling adventures, stretching more than 1,000km from Mundaring in the Perth Hills to Albany on Western Australia's south coast. Its name means “path through the forest” in the Noongar language, and that's exactly what riders can expect as the trail winds through Noongar Boodja (Country), travelling through towering jarrah and karri forests, rolling farmland, river valleys, granite country and eventually the spectacular landscapes of WA's south coast. Designed specifically for off-road cycling and bikepacking, the Munda Biddi combines forest roads, rail trails, gravel tracks and sections of singletrack. Surfaces change considerably along the journey, from the distinctive red pea-gravel of the northern forests to loamy soils and sandy sections further south. Along the way, riders pass through or close to towns including Jarrahdale, Dwellingup, Collie, Donnybrook, Nannup, Manjimup, Pemberton, Northcliffe, Walpole and Denmark before eventually reaching Albany. These towns provide opportunities to resupply, find accommodation, grab a proper meal and experience more of regional Western Australia. For riders tackling an End-to-End Munda Biddi bikepacking adventure, a network of purpose-built trail shelters helps make multi-day travel possible. There are 12 shelters along the trail, generally positioned between country towns, with sleeping platforms, water tanks, tent sites, toilets, picnic tables and bike storage. You don't have to ride the entire trail to experience the Munda Biddi. With numerous access points along its length, riders can choose everything from short family-friendly sections and day rides to multi-day bikepacking trips linking several trail towns. That versatility is a huge part of what makes the Munda Biddi special. Whether you're looking for a few hours exploring the forests near Perth, a weekend bikepacking adventure around Dwellingup or Collie, or the challenge of riding more than 1,000km all the way to Albany, the trail offers an incredible way to explore Western Australia by bike. RTS Tip: Planning an End-to-End ride is a serious undertaking. Water availability, resupply distances, weather, fire risk, trail diversions and surface conditions all need to be considered. Check the official Munda Biddi Trail information and current route updates before setting out, and don't rely solely on an old GPX file. Ride The State will also work on adding popular Munda Biddi sections and shorter rides as individual Ride Cards, making it easier to discover the trail whether you're planning the complete End-to-End or just looking for a brilliant day or weekend on the bike.

Just 30 minutes from the Perth CBD, Goat Farm Mountain Bike Park is one of Western Australia's most iconic mountain bike destinations. Nestled in the Perth Hills at Greenmount, the park features over 20 kilometres of purpose-built singletrack, catering for everyone from first-time riders through to elite downhill racers. The trail network offers an impressive variety of riding styles, including flowing cross-country loops, technical descents, jump lines, adaptive mountain bike trails and one of WA's premier skills parks. Beginners can build confidence on wide, easy trails before progressing to blue and black-rated singletrack, while experienced riders can tackle legendary descents such as Lucky 13, Legacy and the challenging Rampage freeride line. One of the park's biggest strengths is its accessibility. Located just 4 kilometres from Midland Railway Station, Goat Farm is one of the few major Australian mountain bike parks that can easily be reached by public transport. The elevated location also rewards riders with sweeping views across Perth between sections of fast-flowing trail. The park has become a hub for rider progression, with dedicated skills areas allowing riders to practise drops, jumps, berms and technical features before taking them onto the trail network. With trails ranging from easy green through to double black diamond, it's a destination riders can continue returning to as their skills improve. There are toilets on site, however riders should come prepared. Drinking water isn't available within the park, shade is limited during the warmer months, and carrying plenty of water is essential. Whether you're looking for a relaxed family ride, an after-work trail session or a full day of technical mountain biking, Goat Farm delivers one of Western Australia's best all-round riding experiences.

John Dunn Challenge Park in Kelmscott, Western Australia, is a purpose-built BMX and mountain bike skills park in the City of Armadale, around 25 km south-east of Perth. Designed for riders of all ages and abilities, the park features separate beginner and advanced pump tracks, jump lines ranging from beginner through to advanced/extreme, a skills loop, bike playground, bike safety track and a mountain bike skills trail around the perimeter. The progressive layout makes it a great place for kids and newer riders learning bike control, while experienced BMX and MTB riders can step up to the larger jumps and more technical features. Facilities include toilets, sheltered picnic areas, drinking water and a bike repair station, making John Dunn a great option for a family ride, skills session or a few hours practising on the bike. RTS Tip: John Dunn is built for progression, so start on the easier pump and jump tracks and work your way up rather than heading straight for the biggest features. It’s also a great skills stop before exploring the wider Armadale and Perth Hills mountain bike trails, particularly if you want to practise pumping, jumping and technical bike handling in a controlled environment.

The Kalamunda Railway Heritage Trail is a scenic cycling and walking route through the Perth Hills in Western Australia, following the former Upper Darling Range Railway between Gooseberry Hill, Kalamunda, Walliston, Carmel and Pickering Brook. Around 25 km south-east of Perth, the trail follows the historic railway corridor through jarrah and marri bushland, combining local railway heritage with an enjoyable off-road ride. The broader route is approximately 16 km, with surfaces ranging from compacted earth and fine gravel to rougher sections with loose stones, rocks and tree roots. Cycling varies from easy to medium, with flatter sections around Kalamunda and more involved riding further south towards Walliston and Pickering Brook. Riders pass historic railway sites including Kalamunda Station, South Kalamunda Siding, Walliston Station and Green's Landing, while sections of the route use dedicated cycling trails and others are shared with walkers. It’s a great choice for mountain bikes, hybrids and capable gravel bikes, particularly for riders wanting to combine Perth Hills cycling, railway history and bushland scenery in one ride. RTS Tip: Keep an eye out for the Donkey Orchid trail markers and pay attention to signage, as the cycling alignment changes between two-way, one-way and shared sections along the route. Slow down when sharing the trail with walkers, and stick to marked tracks to help prevent the spread of Phytophthora dieback. For a longer Perth Hills adventure, the Kalamunda area also provides access to an extensive network of mountain bike and cycling trails.

The Kep Track is a 75 km long-distance cycling and multi-use trail connecting Mundaring Weir in the Perth Hills with Northam in Western Australia’s Avon Valley. Following much of the historic Eastern Railway alignment and sections of C.Y. O’Connor’s Goldfields Water Supply pipeline, the route combines railway heritage, bushland and rural scenery with an achievable off-road cycling adventure close to Perth. Riders travel through or near Mundaring, Sawyers Valley, Mount Helena, Chidlow, Wooroloo, Wundowie, Bakers Hill and Clackline before reaching Northam. The riding is predominantly coarse gravel and compacted earth, with sections of gravel road, track and some on-road riding closer to Northam. Much of the route follows gentle former railway gradients, although there are some steeper sections, particularly climbing away from Mundaring Weir and around the eastern end of the trail. The Kep Track also overlaps with sections of the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail and Mundaring Weir Rail Trail, while its western end connects into the wider Perth Hills trail network. With numerous access points along the way, riders can tackle a shorter out-and-back section or take on the complete Mundaring-to-Northam journey. RTS Tip: You don’t need to ride all 75 km to enjoy the Kep Track. Towns along the route provide convenient access points for creating shorter rides, while experienced riders can plan an end-to-end gravel or MTB adventure. If tackling the full route, carry plenty of water, food, spares and offline navigation, and avoid particularly hot days — the exposed sections heading towards Northam can make this a much tougher ride in the Western Australian heat.

Langford Park in Jarrahdale, Western Australia, is a popular mountain biking destination in the Perth Hills, around 50 minutes south-east of Perth. Set amongst rehabilitated former bauxite mine areas and surrounding jarrah and marri forest, the park offers a network of signposted green and blue MTB trails aimed primarily at beginner and intermediate riders. Expect old-school, natural and flowing cross-country singletrack with gradual climbs, fast descents, rocky sections and tighter technical stretches. The network includes favourites such as the 5.1 km Yellow Brick Road, 4.4 km Woodley’s Loop and 4.1 km The Fox, alongside shorter trails including Lovers Lane, Reflectors, Valley of Opportunity, Button’s Fall, Watch Your Head, Conveyor and The Spine. Many trails connect, allowing riders to combine several loops into a longer Jarrahdale MTB ride or progressively move from easier green trails onto the blue-rated singletrack. The Fox is particularly well known for its fast, flowing riding through the forest, while Lovers Lane provides an easier introduction for newer mountain bikers. Langford Park is also a great option for families and social riding, with parking, toilets, picnic and barbecue facilities available at the recreation area. A dual-use trail connection links the park with Jarrahdale township, adding another option for riders wanting to explore the wider Jarrahdale and Perth Hills cycling network. RTS Tip: If it’s your first visit, use The Spine and Lovers Lane to get your bearings before progressing onto Woodley’s Loop, The Fox and Yellow Brick Road. The trails are designed to link together, so you can easily add extra loops as the legs allow. Mobile coverage can be patchy within Langford Park, so download your trail map before you ride rather than relying on reception once you’re in the forest.

Mundaring Weir Rail Trail The Mundaring Weir Rail Trail is a scenic 7 km cycling and walking trail in the Perth Hills, Western Australia, connecting the town of Mundaring with historic Mundaring Weir through the jarrah and marri forests of Beelu National Park. Around 40 km east of Perth, the trail follows much of the former Mundaring Weir Branch Railway, with a mixture of fine and coarse gravel, compacted earth and a few steeper sections where the modern trail leaves the original railway formation. The route is particularly well suited to mountain bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids and recreational riders. The railway was constructed in 1898 to assist with construction and maintenance of Mundaring Weir, an essential part of C.Y. O’Connor’s extraordinary Goldfields Water Supply Scheme. It later became a popular excursion railway, carrying visitors from Perth into the hills during the 1930s and 1940s before closing in 1952. Today riders can still discover remnants of this railway history along the route, while the nearby Golden Pipeline continues more than 500 km towards Kalgoorlie. Riding from Mundaring towards Mundaring Weir is predominantly downhill, although there are several short steeper sections. Along the way the trail passes rocky outcrops, forest, seasonal waterfalls and lookouts before finishing near the weir and historic No. 1 Pump Station. At Mundaring, the route connects with the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail, while at the weir it overlaps with the beginning of both the 75 km Kep Track and the Munda Biddi Trail, opening up some huge options for riders wanting to continue exploring the Perth Hills. RTS Tip: Riding Mundaring to the Weir and back gives you roughly 14 km, but remember that the fun downhill trip to the dam means more climbing on the return. For a bigger adventure, continue onto the Kep Track towards Sawyers Valley, Mount Helena and beyond, or connect with the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail at Mundaring. The surface can become rough, sandy or washed out after significant weather, so check current trail conditions and carry plenty of water, particularly during the warmer months

The Perth – Midland Principal Shared Path (PSP) is a 17 km sealed cycling and walking route linking the Perth CBD with Midland through Perth’s eastern suburbs. Running largely alongside the Midland railway line, the route passes through East Perth, Mount Lawley, Maylands, Bayswater, Ashfield, Bassendean, Success Hill, Guildford and Woodbridge before reaching Midland. Its smooth sealed surface and predominantly gentle terrain make it ideal for road bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids, e-bikes, commuters and recreational cyclists. The route provides a largely traffic-separated way to explore Perth’s eastern corridor, passing railway stations throughout the journey and crossing the Swan River near Guildford. Around Bassendean, riders pass close to the Railway Museum, while historic Guildford makes an excellent stop with cafés, shops and heritage buildings only a short distance from the path. The completed section beside Success Hill Station closed a previous gap in the route, improving the continuous off-road connection between Perth and the eastern suburbs. The Midland PSP is also an important part of Perth’s much larger cycling network. At the city end it connects with other Principal Shared Paths and routes around the Swan River, Perth CBD, Fremantle and the northern suburbs. At the eastern end, Midland acts as a gateway towards the Perth Hills, where riders can continue towards routes including the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail, Kep Track and Mundaring Weir. WA’s PSP network is designed as the backbone of metropolitan cycling, generally following major railway and freeway corridors to provide direct, safer off-road travel. There’s also plenty of railway history along the journey. The Midland railway corridor dates to 1881, when the original Eastern Railway connected Fremantle, Perth and Guildford. Near Midland, riders can explore the historic Midland Railway Workshops precinct, which served as the main workshops for the Western Australian Government Railways for more than 80 years before closing in 1994. RTS Tip: At around 17 km one way, Perth to Midland makes an excellent ride-and-train adventure, with railway stations positioned regularly along the route if you want to shorten the ride. For something much bigger, use Midland as your launch point into the Perth Hills, linking towards the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail and Mundaring. Check the latest WA cycling maps before setting out, as infrastructure around Midland has continued to evolve with station and shared-path projects.

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is one of the classic cycling routes of the Perth Hills, Western Australia, retracing 59 km of the historic Eastern Railway through Bellevue, Greenmount, Swan View, Parkerville, Stoneville, Mount Helena, Boya, Darlington, Glen Forrest, Mundaring, Sawyers Valley, Chidlow and Wooroloo. The trail follows old railway formations through jarrah and marri forest, rocky cuttings and historic Hills villages, making it ideal for gravel bikes, mountain bikes, hybrids and e-bikes. Gentle railway gradients make much of the route approachable for recreational riders, although completing the full network is a substantial day out. One of the best features is the unusual 41 km Bellevue–Mount Helena loop. Two former railway alignments leave Bellevue on opposite sides of Great Eastern Highway before rejoining at Mount Helena. The northern route is approximately 19 km and travels through Swan View, John Forrest National Park, Parkerville and Stoneville, while the southern route is approximately 22 km through Boya, Darlington, Glen Forrest, Mundaring and Sawyers Valley. This allows riders to combine both historic railway lines into a brilliant full-day Perth Hills cycling loop without simply retracing the same route. The northern section contains some of the trail's biggest attractions. Through John Forrest National Park, riders encounter the historic Swan View Tunnel, old railway cuttings, three surviving timber trestle bridges and access to seasonal Hovea Falls and National Park Falls. The Swan View Tunnel was part of the railway deviation opened in 1896, while the wider Eastern Railway corridor played a major role in opening the Perth Hills to settlement, timber milling and transport. The southern route has a different character, passing directly through several Perth Hills communities. Riders travel via Darlington, Glen Forrest, Mahogany Creek, Mundaring and Sawyers Valley, with plenty of opportunities to stop at cafés, parks and historic sites. At Mundaring, the trail passes the former railway station area and Mundaring Sculpture Park, while the surrounding trail network provides connections towards Mundaring Weir and the Munda Biddi Trail. From Mount Helena, the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail continues another 18 km east to Wooroloo, passing through Chidlow. This section overlaps with the Kep Track, which continues much farther east towards Northam. Chidlow also provides an easy detour to Lake Leschenaultia, where riders can add a lap of the lake or explore its MTB trails. Access to the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail itself is free, with numerous entry points and parking areas in the towns along the route. A national park entry fee can apply if entering through the main visitor area of John Forrest National Park. The trail is shared by walkers, cyclists and horse riders, although horses and dogs are not permitted within the John Forrest National Park section. RTS Tip: For one of the best Perth Hills gravel rides, tackle the 41 km Bellevue–Mount Helena loop, using one railway alignment on the way out and the other for the return. For something shorter, Mundaring–Mount Helena, Swan View–Parkerville or Mount Helena–Chidlow are great options. As of August 2026, bridge works are affecting part of the route near Falls Road, with cyclists required to dismount between Owen Road and Falls Road, so check current trail conditions before setting out.

Ray Owen Reserve BMX Track at Ray Owen Sports Centre in Lesmurdie, Western Australia, is a major community sporting precinct in the Perth Hills, around 25 km east of the Perth CBD. For cyclists, the key attraction is the dedicated BMX race track at Ray Owen Reserve, home to Hills BMX Club. The facility is located at 96 Gladys Road, Lesmurdie, alongside the Ray Owen Sports Centre, sporting ovals and other community facilities. The purpose-built BMX track provides classic BMX racing terrain, with a start ramp, compact dirt straights, rollers, jumps and banked corners designed for fast, close racing. It caters for riders across a broad range of ages and experience levels, from young riders learning BMX through to experienced racers. The City of Kalamunda lists Hills BMX Club as catering for riders from around two years old through to adults aged 50+. Ray Owen has a long history of organised BMX racing. City planning documents note that the track has hosted weekly club racing, training and coaching as well as WA State Super Series rounds, with club competition attracting significant fields. Importantly for recreational riders, the City’s Ray Owen masterplan also identifies the BMX track as being open to the public and regularly used by local young riders and families outside organised club activities. The surrounding reserve makes it a convenient family riding destination, with parking, public toilets, drinking water and a playground available around the Ray Owen precinct. The BMX facility also includes a clubhouse, while the wider reserve contains football, cricket, basketball and netball facilities. RTS Tip: If you’re searching for BMX riding in Kalamunda or the Perth Hills, look for the Hills BMX Club track at Ray Owen Reserve rather than the indoor Ray Owen Sports Centre itself. The track is used for organised racing and coaching, so check the club schedule before travelling and never enter the track while a formal session or event is underway. For new riders wanting to get into BMX racing, Hills BMX Club is the best starting point for learning track etiquette, gate starts and race skills.