Dwellingup Trail Town - Tourism Western Australia

Embrace the spirit of adventure in the picturesque town of Dwellingup. Lace up your hiking boots and follow the bushwalking trails, grab your helmet and hit the mountain bike tracks, or launch your canoe into the mighty Murray River. As evening falls, the pristine jarrah forests are the perfect backdrop to pitch a tent beneath a canopy of stars.

A one-and-a-half-hour drive south from Perth, the Adventure Trail town of Dwellingup is the perfect launching pad to explore the Murray River region’s walking, mountain biking and four-wheel-drive trails. Head out on a day trip from Perth, or stay overnight to explore all the area has to offer.

Get inspired at the Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre, where state-of-the-art technology offers an immersive experience into the trails that await. Pedal a section of the Munda Biddi Trail – spanning 1,000 kilometres from Mundaring to Albany (Kinjarling), it’s the longest continuous off-road cycling trail on the planet. Or complete the Marrinup Trail, cycling past colourful wildflowers, ancient rocks and towering red gums on the way.

Mountain bikers have even more reason to celebrate, with Stage 2 of Dwellingup’s world-class trail network completed in late 2025. The expansion delivers 68 kilometres of trails for all skill levels, plus a striking suspension bridge over the Murray River, improved river access and canoe launch points, and sealed roads for easier trailhead access.

Having explored the countryside on foot or by bike, it’s time to take to the water at Lane Poole Reserve. Here, the Murray River feeds a series of waterways that are ideal for canoeing and white-water rafting.

For an insightful introduction to the region's natural treasures, climb the three viewing towers of the Forest Discovery Centre for panoramas of the forest canopy, and discover artisan crafts at the School of Fine Wood’s gallery.

When it’s time to leave the trails for the night, retreat to an eco-campsite to spend the night under the stars, or enjoy a warm welcome at Dwellingup's hotels and chalets.

Munda Biddi Trail
<p>Pedal your way through pristine forest on the Munda Biddi Trail, a world-class off-road cycling experience made for those who yearn to get off the beaten track. </p>
Marrinup Trails, Dwellingup
Marrinup State Forest surrounds the former town of Marrinup, where a timber mill operated until the 1930's. Destroyed in the 1961 bushfires, the original townsite is now a nature-based camping area, with trails from the Dwellingup Adventure Trails network weaving through the surrounding forest.<br/><br/>There's a rich history beneath the trees. During World War II, Italian and German prisoners of war were held here, cutting timber for Perth before being sent to farms across Western Australia. While the buildings have long disappeared, scattered foundations and remnants offer a glimpse into the past.<br/><br/>Today, the shared-use World Away Trail (1.3km) links the campground to the Marrinup Prisoner of War Camp Walk Trail (1.6km), as well as a broader network of mountain bike trails. <br/>The Marrinup Circuit (7.7km), one of Western Australia's original hand built, technical cross-country rides, winds through native jarrah forest and redgum. The trail varies from narrow, challenging tracks with flat sections and hill climbs to true gravel roads, with the ball-bearing-like bauxite gravel making for interesting mountain biking. <br/><br/>Tucked away in the bush nearby, the Marrinup Falls Walk Trail (1.3km) reveals granite outcrops, seasonal wildflowers and a small waterfall best seen flowing in winter and early spring.<br/><br/>Just under 10 minutes from Dwellingup, Marrinup blends easy trails and rich history, with the comforts of town and local cafés not far away.
Dwellingup Adventures
Enabling connections with nature, others and oneself through outstanding, healthy experiences. Dwellingup Adventures, located just 90 minutes from Perth CBD, has over 30 years' experience in the outdoor adventure industry. <br/><br/>With a strong focus on adventure tourism, Dwellingup Adventures offers tours and packages, mountain bike and watercraft hire, outdoor retail, and charters for individuals, groups, schools and organisations seeking time in nature. A wide range of products and exceptional, local knowledge enable Dwellingup Adventures to offer unforgettable experiences. <br/><br/>Immerse yourself in the forest lined trails by mountain bike, canoe, raft or on foot. Whichever method you choose Dwellingup Adventures can provide all the equipment for you to venture out and explore on your own or join a group of like-minded adventurers on one of our experiences and relax knowing that everything is organised for you. From 1 hour to our new multi-day experiences, you are sure to find something that helps you reconnect with yourself and nature. <br/><br/>Dwellingup Adventures' ability to provide an action-packed experience is well-founded. They can plan a diverse range of local activities featuring adventurous, contemplative or just plain good group fun without the need to travel great distances for a great experience.
Treetops Adventure Dwellingup
Breathe in the fresh smell of fresh pine and jarrah trees as you swing, leap and wobble high above Nanga Mill Campground at Treetops Adventure Dwellingup. <br/><br/>Located only 45 minutes from Mandurah and inside Lane Poole Reserve, you’ll experience soaring aerial obstacles reaching up to 25 metres high that’ll have you flying and laughing with the kookaburras as you push yourself to greater heights!<br/><br/>A 2.5-hour session through the aerial challenges (including gearing up) will have you laughing along with the kookaburras. Your adrenaline is the top priority, so the courses are designed to challenge you, no matter what your level.

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Munda Biddi Trail

Pedal your way through pristine forest on the Munda Biddi Trail, a world-class off-road cycling experience made for those who yearn to get off the beaten track.