Published on Friday, 3 October 2025 at 4:34:33 PM
A major upgrade of Albany Heritage Park’s trail network is now underway, with new walking and mountain bike trails being constructed across Mt Clarence (Corndarup) and Mt Adelaide (Irrerup).
Proudly supported by the WA Government, the Albany Heritage Park Link Trails Project will rationalise and expand the existing network to create a world-class trail system that thoughtfully integrates nature, heritage, adventure, and recreation.
The completed trail network will include eight kilometres of single-use walking trails, 10 kilometres of family-friendly mountain bike trails, and nearly five kilometres of dual-use paths for pedestrians and cyclists. Interpretive signage will also be installed to highlight the park’s rich natural, cultural and historical significance.
Next Level Mountain Bike Pty Ltd has been engaged to construct the mountain bike trails, with works already underway on Mt Clarence. This stage includes construction of an IMBA-rated Blue descent and climb designed for intermediate riders, scheduled for completion before Christmas 2025.
Site-responsive trail design will minimise environmental impact, improve safety by separating user groups, and protect the unique character of the Albany Heritage Park. Approximately 9 hectares of illegal trails and degraded areas will be rehabilitated as part of the project.
Cleared vegetation is being stockpiled for revegetation, with a helicopter scheduled to transport this material from inaccessible sites to a designated stockpile area during the week commencing Monday 6 October.
The remaining trail works are expected to be completed by mid-2026.
Deputy Mayor Paul Terry said the upgrade delivers on long-standing community aspirations to enhance access and protect the environment.
“This project has been shaped by years of consultation and careful planning to ensure we deliver a high-quality trail network that supports recreation, tourism and environmental values,” he said.
“Feedback during the Mounts Master Plan consultation in 2019 clearly showed the community wanted better, safer and more sustainable access to the Mounts, and this is what we are now delivering.”
The Albany Heritage Park Link Trails Project has been developed in line with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions’ eight-step trail development framework and guided by comprehensive environmental and heritage assessments.
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