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Karak Bidi links bushland across local Government areas of; Subiaco, Nedlands and Claremont including the iconic Kings Park with views of the picturesque Swan River.

Whadjuk TrailsPart of the

1 1.3km

Karak Bidi

History of the Trail

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Map Options• A free APP is available for download

for iPhone or Android providing a clearly-mapped off-line route.

• Great audio guides are available with QR codes on your smart phone.

• A Google map option is available for a large variety of phones, or can be printed from the webpage.

• Trails are marked with triangular directional signage inserted into paths and bollards.

The trail has thisdirectional marking.

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Bold Park

Hollywood Reserve

Birdwood Parade Bushland

Jabe Dodd Park

Chidley Point

Point Resolution

Sunset

Hospital

Minim Cove

Mabel Talbot Park

Pelican

Point Grant Marine Park

Kings Park

Lake Monger

Herdsman Lake

Perry Lakes

Lake Claremont

Buckland Hill

Lake Jualbup

Shenton Bushland

Underwood Bushland

Bold Park

Allen Park

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H a v e y o u s e e n t h e local pinnacles? These limestone outcrops can still be seen on the steep slopes. The bushland at Birdwood Parade has an elevated position that offers views of the Swan River, Kings Park and Perth City. The parkland areas adjacent to Birdwood Parade contain many significant habitat trees such as Marr i ’s and Jarrahs.

We s t e r n L o n g - n e c k Turtles, also known as Oblongs are rap id ly declining in suburban lakes around Perth. Dog and raven attacks as well as declining rainfall are playing havoc with their numbers. These carnivorous creatures play an important role in controlling mosquito infestat ions as their hatchlings love eating the l i t t l e wr igg le r s. Keeping dogs on leads near wetlands is one way to help to protect them.

Claremont Park, located in the Town of Claremont a d j o i n s t h e C o u n c i l O f f i c e s o n S t i r l i n g Highway. Take a break and enjoy the shade of the wonderful old indigenous t r e e s whe r e b i r d l i f e abounds in the treetops. After crossing Stirl ing Highway, you enter the shopping precinct, and pass the Claremont Hotel. Following the markers will link you up with Rowe Park and the Yange Kep Bidi intersecting point.

Karrakatta Cemetery first opened for burials in 1899 and has Monuments and headstones bearing many famous names. These include those of university founders, writers and historians, state premiers and other auspicious individuals. Enjoy the walk through the stately stands of cypress trees a hallmark of Karrakatta, t h a t p r e s i d e o v e r beautiful garden areas in the historic heart of the cemetery.

Originally a Dairy farm, the reserve was once planted with various foreign grasses. Large trees from World War II were felled by soldiers from the nearby hospital as part of their therapy and rehabilitation, and these can still be seen. The reserve offers an almost c i rcular walk via the Bil l Day path presenting a wonderful opportunity to view a vast array of wildflowers especially pretty during the spring.

Birdwood Parade Bushland

Mason’sGarden

Claremont Park

Karrakatta Cemetery

Hollywood Reserve

Photo: Sally Wallace Photo: Sally Wallace Photo: Sally Wallace

Noongar Significance

Photo: Sally Wallace Photo: Sally Wallace

T h e K a r a k B i d i

(Carnaby’s Cockatoo

Trail) includes views of

the entrancing Swan

River (Derbal Yarigan)

Noongar translation.

This highly significant

river is woven into the

dreaming stories and

song lines of the local

Aboriginal people, the

Noongar. Their culture is

characterised by a strong

spiritual connection to

‘country’. Information is

shared through, art, song

and dance. QR codes

on interpretive signs

along the trail reveal

some personal Noongar

reflections.

Western Suburbs bushland walks were initiated in 2002 by Friends groups to link remnant bushlands in Perth’s Western Suburbs. It was their vision to run a series of annual walks along

sections of the trails to encourage the community to use and appreciate their local bushland areas. The Karak Bidi

is 1 1.3km and links parks and bushland areas with the Swan River, Iconic and

Heritage Trails. Due to numerous access points, the route can be walked

in sections, allowing all to enjoy the diverse landscape.

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MasonsGardensCollege

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CharlesCourt

Reserve

Birdwood Parade

Bushland

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HollywoodReserve

RosaliePark

KarrakattaCemetery

ShentonBushland

ClaremontOval

Lake Claremont

Public Golf

Course

Paul HasluckReserve

KarrakattaBank

Sir CharlesGairdner Hospital

Kings Park and Botanic Garden

TheUniversityof WesternAustralia

TaylorsCollege

ChristChurch

GrammarSchool

Railway Rd

Stirling Hwy

Princess Rd

Melvista Ave

Waratah Ave

Melvista Ave

Gallop Rd

Jutland Parade

Bayview Terrace

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Goldsw

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Wattle A

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Iris Ave

Beatrice Rd

Victoria Ave

Victoria Ave

Adelm

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Parker Rd

Sutcliffe St

Bruce St

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Onslow Rd

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Monash Ave

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Carrington St

Government Rd

Melville St

Loch Street Station

ClaremontStation

KarrakattaStation

Additional InformationTransport: www.transperth.wa.gov.au

Bushland Friends GroupsHollywood Reserve: http://hollywoodreserve.weebly.com/index.html

Noongar Information: http://www.noongar.org.au/new-page-11/

Additional InformationTransport: www.transperth.wa.gov.au

Bushland Friends Groups

Claremont Gardens: http://www.friendsoflakeclaremont.org

Hollywood Reserve: http://hollywoodreserve.weebly.com/index.html

Noongar Information: www.swanrivertrust.wa.gov.au

The trail has this directional marking.Further information available online www.whadjukwalkingtrails.org.au

Mason GardensMany Oblong Turtles live amongst native sedges in the ponds here. Enjoy exploring the enchanting gardens and playground and following an art trail.

Photo: Shutterstock

Hollywood ReserveThis remnant bushland contains a mixture of non-indigenous and native species offering a stunning array of wildflowers. It is home to wildlife including Black Cockatoos and Monitor Lizards.

Photo: Sally Wallace

Birdwood Parade Bushland This urban bushland has stunning views of the Swan River and includes the historic Gallop House and Gunners Memorial. Enjoy the wild flowers in late winter.

Photo: Sally Wallace

Rosalie ParkListen for the noisy Red-eye Wattle with its definitive red wattles. This is the largest of the honey eaters. Poorly built nests result in high infant mortality.

Photo: Joyce Rubelli

Karrakatta CemeteryEnjoy the beautiful avenues of old trees and carefully manicured gardens as you pass the American Memorial.

Photo: Sally Wallace

College ParkOffers a lovely pathway around the perimeter, however the old grader was deemed unsafe as a toy and was relocated to a museum in 2004.

Photo: Sally Wallace

Bushland Areas

Car Parking

Cycle Routes

Facilities

Information

Noongar Significance

Public Toilets

Public Transport

Water Fountains

Guide to SymbolsWESROC trails are free. They are dog and mostly cycle and wheelchair friendly.

Wheelchair Access- refer to website for details

WESROC trails are free and dog friendly with cycling permitted throughout this trail.

WESROC Regional Councils