John Forrest National Park Loop (12.5km)

OK, put on your hiking shoes and come and join me for a nice walk in the hills.
With slightly cooler temperatures we should have a very pleasant hike. Expect some light showers overnight but I think we'll be fine in the morning but I'm taking my trusty umbrella. 😀 With recent rains we should see water cascading over the 2 falls.
This walk is a gift as it keeps on giving and will never disappoint. We start at the historic Swan View railway platform. A short walk and we go through the old Swan View railway tunnel (340m long) and then down to Rocky Pool. Up the hill to Eagle View Lookout and we’ll stop to catch our breath as we take in the vista. Down into the valley through the forest to the National Park Falls and keeping along the picturesque north bank of Jane Brook we do a slight detour beside the many pools as we head to the John Forrest Tavern (ruins) before we make our way to the highest point of our walk at Hovea Falls. Turn back and follow the very easy Railway Reserve Heritage Trail gently downhill and then back to our cars.
There are no national park entry fees payable for this walk.
Late morning coffee at Pa's Patisserie and Café. Great coffee, yummy food and friendly staff.
Where: The lower car park near the old Swan View Station (Click on map for the exact meeting point)
Parking: Plenty of parking near the pin drop.
Distance: 12.5 km, 282 m Elevation Gain & about 3hrs walking
Difficulty: Some slightly steep sections in the beginning to make it more interesting but the walk back is a doddle. It would be classified as moderately difficult intended for regular walkers. Please only come if you're hiking fit.
What to bring: A headlight for the tunnel, water, good hiking shoes, hat & sunscreen (poles if you want)
Toilets: Toilets and water at the JF Tavern ruins (8.5km mark).
Café after the walk: Join us for a coffee, a bite to eat and chat at Pa's Patisserie and Café, 2km due west along Morrison Rd. They are open on Saturday.
All trails maps: Check out our intended route on this link. John Forrest NP loop

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