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John Forrest National Park – Swan View Tunnel loop from John Forrest National Park

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Western Australia

John Forrest National Park – Swan View Tunnel loop from John Forrest National Park

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John Forrest National Park – Swan View Tunnel loop from John Forrest National Park

02:17

23.2km

460m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.43 km for 105 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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29 m

Margaret Forrest Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Margaret Forrest Centre was named after Lady Margaret Forrest's contribution to the conservation of John Forrest National Park and her work as a founding member of the Karrakatta Club. Theres a car park just south of the centre and the Eagle View Walk trackhead to the north.

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71 m

John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

John Forrest National Park is one of Western Australia’s oldest national parks, known for its jarrah forest, seasonal waterfalls, and walking tracks that follow old railway lines. Sections of the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail pass through here, alongside routes to spots like National Park Falls and Swan View Tunnel. Around the main visitor areas, such as this one, you’ll find parking, picnic areas, toilets, and a water fountain to refill bottles, making it a convenient place to start or break up a walk. Trails are generally wide and mostly level, but can be uneven in places.

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15.4 km

Dirt Path in John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Trail

15.9 km

Dirt Path in John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Trail

Lots of hike a bike in this section

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20.4 km

Railway Tunnel, John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Structure

There is also away around, but the shadow inside is very refreshing

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20.8 km

Rail Tunnel Entrance, John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Structure

20.8 km

Swan View Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

Swan View Tunnel is one of the most memorable features on the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail, passing through a curved railway tunnel in John Forrest National Park. It’s completely dark inside, with an uneven gravel surface, so a torch or phone light is recommended. The air feels noticeably cooler as you walk through.

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20.9 km

Railway Reserves Heritage Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail follows a former rail line through the Perth Hills, with long, mostly level sections that are easy to walk or cycle. You’ll pass through forest, cuttings, and old railway features, including tunnels and timber bridges. Popular access points like Mundaring and Swan View have parking and basic facilities. Surfaces are generally compact gravel, but can be uneven in places. The Swan View Tunnel is a standout section, but bring a torch. Watch for cyclists, and carry water as some stretches have limited shade.

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23.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

7.67 km

637 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.2 km

5.68 km

688 m

569 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Sunday 30 August

21°C

12°C

54 %

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John Forrest National Park

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Dirt Path in John Forrest National Park

Railway Tunnel, John Forrest National Park

Rail Tunnel Entrance, John Forrest National Park

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