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John Forrest National Park – Hovea Falls loop from Darlington

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Western Australia

John Forrest National Park – Hovea Falls loop from Darlington

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John Forrest National Park – Hovea Falls loop from Darlington

01:29

23.7km

320m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.38 km for 252 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.31 km

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 …

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6.35 km

John Forrest National Park

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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 …

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6.57 km

Rocky Pool, John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Lake

7.36 km

Scenic viewpoint in John Forrest National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

7.39 km

Hovea Falls are nestled on the eastern edge of John Forrest National Park. The waterfalls are small and flowing over smooth granite rocks with moss on them. It is a seasonal fall, best seen from June through October.

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11.6 km

The Parky Pitstop General Store

Highlight • Rest Area

A nice little general store that makes for a great "Pitstop" whilst cycling through on the Heritage Trail or otherwise.

There's a pub just down the road too!

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19.6 km

Statham Wetland

Highlight • Natural

23.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.5 km

7.27 km

2.41 km

812 m

419 m

175 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

8.07 km

2.73 km

478 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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John Forrest National Park – Hovea Falls loop from Darlington

Margaret Forrest Centre

John Forrest National Park

Rocky Pool, John Forrest National Park

Scenic viewpoint in John Forrest National Park

Hovea Falls

The Parky Pitstop General Store

Statham Wetland

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