How to Kep
You could cycle the entire trail in one day. But, the water in the pipeline only travels at about 3 km an hour so why not take two or even three days to appreciate the scenery as the trail winds through unspoiled forest, between the walls of railway cuttings and past historic settlements.
Autumn or spring are probably the best times to go when the weather is a bit cooler. If you do decide to Kep in summer or winter, be sure to go prepared for adverse weather conditions.
Northam Visitor Centre on 9622 2100 and Mundaring Visitor Centre on 9295 0202 have information about accommodation along the route.
For information on public transport options contact Transperth on 13 62 13 or Transwa on 1300 66 22 05.
A couple of hours or a couple of days?
The many villages and roads crossing Kep Track provide parking and easy access to the trail (see map). Create your own route or try these suggestions:
3 - 4 day cycling trip
Day 1
Travel up to Northam by train (Avonlink during the week. Prospector on the weekend) and spend the night
Day 2
After a leisurely breakfast spend one or two days enjoying the changing scenery of the Kep Track as you travel between Northam and Mundaring Weir. Stay overnight at Mundaring Weir. Contact the Mundaring Visitor Centre (9295 0202) for accommodation options.
Day 3
Spend the day exploring Mundaring Weir - visit No 1 Pump Station, stroll through the precinct following the Weir Walk or stretch your legs on the O’Connor Trail and stop in at the Perth Hills National Parks Centre along the way. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at the pub .
In the afternoon, cycle back to Mundaring and then via the Railway Reserve Trail to Midland and the train back to Perth.
4 day walking trip
Day 1
Travel up to Northam by coach and spend the night there .
Day 2
Get an early start along the Kep Track. Spend the night in a bed and breakfast in the Chidlow area or a hotel on Great Eastern Highway not far from the Kep Track near Wooroloo.
Day 3
Continue along the Kep to the weir. Spend the night at the hotel, bed and breakfast or youth hostel.
Day 4
Explore the Mundaring Weir Precinct. Visit No 1 Pump Station and then wend your way back to Mundaring and catch a bus down to Midland to connect to the train to Perth.
One-day outings
There are many options for short excursions to whole day outings on the Kep Track. Parking areas in the many towns and at some road crossings allow you to tailor your day to your needs. Use the map to plan your visit.
Here are some ideas.
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Park at Midland Railway Station, bus up to Wundowie and walk down to Chidlow to catch the bus back down. Check times with Transperth
NOTE: Parking is entirely at the owner’s risk. The National Trust takes no responsibility for any damaged incurred while owners are away from their cars. Lock your car and leave no valuables inside.
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