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Walyunga National Park Description
1812ha.

Much of the park, through which the Swan River flows, is covered with eucalyptus forest. The river has carved a series of ponds out of the granite rock (swimming, boating). When the river is high after winter rain there is good white-water rafting.

Within the park is the largest Aboriginal settlement area round Perth, still occupied until the late 19th C. Archaeological evidence - soil erosion after plowing by early settlers has brought to light large numbers of bones and stone tools and hunting weapons - has shown that the area was occupied by Aborigines for more than 6000 years.

Along the banks of the river runs the Walyunga Aboriginal Heritage Trail (1.7km), with explanations of the way of life
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Hobbies & Activities category: Boating, sailing, water craft activities;  Archeological site or ruin;  Swimming & water activities;  Hiking opportunity;  Historic trade route, caravanserai;  Natural area;  National park;  Scenic site or route
Address
Department of Conservation and Land Management Swan District Mundaring Office
Mundaring Weir Road
Mundaring, WA 6073
Australia
Tips
Best time to visit: spring to autumn.
Access on Great Northern Highway via Midland to 8km north of Upper Swan, then road to east.
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