Trail Towns

Thursday, 20 October 2011 13:51

See the Cycle Friendly Business Directory for more information about the services available in each town. 

Mundaring

Mundaring Arts CentreMundaring forms the northern terminus of the Munda Biddi Trail. Located 30 kilometres north-east out of the city of Perth, Mundaring is about a 45 minute drive into the heart of the hills.

Internet facilities:

Local library (Opening hours: Monday-Friday 9:30am - 7pm and Saturday 9:00am - 12pm) 
Dome Cafe: Wifi access 
Old school house 

Food supplies:

Coles, Woolworths, IGA, Cafes, Mundaring Weir Hotel. All located in the centre of town 

Jarrahdale

Jarrahdale General StoreJarrahdale is a picturesque, historic town in the Darling scarp, surrounded by some of WA’s best Jarrah forests. Recently classified by the National Trust, the numerous old timber cottages reveal its origins as Western Australia’s first timber town in 1872.

Internet facilities:

There are currently no internet facilities available 

Food supplies:

Jarrahdale General Store & Cafe (701 Jarrahdale Road, Jarrahdale) 

Accommodation:

The Environmental Centre (located on Jarrahdale Road, Jarrahdale) provides dorm style accommodation with access to hot showers.

• Cost: 1-2 people = $30 per night, 3-4 people = $45 per night, 5-6 people = $60 per night, 7-12 people = $90 per night, 13-25 people = $140 per night 
• Must supply own linen, towels, food and toiletries 
• Booking in advance permitted, payment and collection of room key though the Jarrahdale General Store

Dwellingup

Dwellingup Railway TrackDwellingup is a little forest town, now with a big reputation as a centre for recreation and outdoor education activities. Steeped with history, the town is situated in the heart of the forested hills of the Darling Scarp and close to the Murray River; it has much to offer those who want to interact with nature. 

Internet facilities:

Dwellingup Local Caravan Park 
Dwellingup Visitors Centre (free broadband available for seniors) 

Food supplies:

General store, Cafes, Community Hotel. All located in the centre of town 

Collie

Collie Town CentreThe town of Collie embraces its mining and forest history proudly as well as making the most of its scenic location to entertain visitors. It lies in a valley formed by the Darling Ranges about 200 kilometres south of Perth. 

Internet facilities:

Internet Cafe located in centre of town 
Collie local library 
Crank’n Cycles 

Food supplies:

Coles, Woolworths, Delis, Cafes. All located in the centre of town 

Donnybrook

Donnybrook town centerDonnybrook is home to Western Australia’s apple growing industry. Apart from apples, the town is also a centre for the local timber, beef and dairy industries. Sitting alongside the scenic Preston River, Donnybrook is a pretty town with many historic stone buildings. The town comes into its own in October when the roads are lined with blossoming apple and cherry trees.

Internet facilities:

There are currently no internet facilities available 

 Food supplies:

IGA, Easy Plus, Cafes. All located in the centre of town 

Boyanup

The little rural town of Boyanup on the banks of the Preston River lies about 21km south-east of Bunbury, a large port and the major commercial centre for WA’s south-west. The town of Boyanup was gazetted in 1984, taking its name from the Aboriginal term for the distinguishing feature of this area, 'place of quartz'. 

Internet facilities:

Boyanup public library has internet access (Open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday)

Food supplies: 

Bull & Bush Tavern, Boyanup General store , Bakery. All located in the centre of town 

Nannup

Nannup Town HallNestled in the heart of the Blackwood River valley, Nannup is a beautiful little town with a sense of history and a strong link to the surrounding countryside. Now known as the Garden Village, its beautiful private and public gardens are a great way to experience the wildflowers, and in August the town is ablaze with colour from blooming tulips and daffodils.

Internet facilities:

Local resource centre (located in town centre, closed on Saturday & Sunday) 
Nannup Visitors centre ($3/30mins, $6/1hour)

Food supplies:

Easy Way - open weekdays (Open on Saturday until 12pm, closed on Sunday), Garage, Cafes, Fish & Chips, Nannup Hotel. All located in the centre of town