Collie Darkan Rail Trail

22/10/2025

** Mowing **

Please be aware that the Shire of West Arthur is currently mowing their western section of the Collie Darkan Rail Trail from Darkan to Hebb Road. It is anticipated that the mowing will be complete by the weekend.

The Darkan to Dardadine section of the trail has been completed.

13/10/2025

** Trail Review **

What a wonderful review of the Collie Darkan Rail Trail.

I have just completed my three day hike from Dardadine to Buckingham October 2025. I found the trail easy to follow, well marked and maintained. The wildflowers at this time of year were spectacular. I did not see another person on the trail for the three days. I camped at Darkan CP one night and Bowelling Siding the next. Day two was a long hike but doable as it was so flat. I loved the views of the changing countryside.
I would recommend this trail to other fit hikers.

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22/08/2025

🚲✨ Experience the unforgettable Collie Darkan Rail Trail on a guided e-bike tour! Discover vibrant wildflowers, stunning landscapes, and the rich history of the historic Collie Darkan Railway.

Join Kym from Adventure Connections and Alison from Forest Explorers WA for a full-day, eco-friendly adventure suitable for everyone. Glide through lush forests, explore scenic plains, and immerse yourself in local history—all while enjoying a relaxed and memorable ride.

🌟 After your ride, unwind with a delicious lunch at the historic Darkan Hotel Community Project—a beautifully restored local gem lovingly brought back to life by the community.

🌟 Don't miss out—spaces are filling quickly! Book your spot today and create unforgettable memories along this iconic trail.

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14/08/2025

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29/07/2025

If you are thinking about walking, riding, or cycling the Rail Trail, then get more information about it at Trails WA.

The 46.5km Collie to Darkan Rail Trail passes through bush and picturesque farmlands. In springtime the area is carpeted in wildflowers & The multi-use trail is a pleasant two-day journey suitable for horse and bike riders or longer if you choose to walk.

24/02/2025

Please be aware of a total fire ban in the Shire of West Arthur

** Total Fire Ban - Monday 24 February 2025 **
Local Government District of West Arthur
Status

Total Fire Ban
Declared for
24 February 2025
All day
At these times you must not:

Light, maintain or use a fire in the open air
Carry out any activity that could start a fire
This includes:

Open fires for the purpose of cooking, camping or outdoor entertainment are not allowed including fire pits and bonfires.
Hot work such as metal work, grinding, welding, gas cutting is not allowed in the open air except for business and industry if regulatory conditions are met.

Off-road activity using a four-wheel drive, quad bike, motorcycle, bobcat or similar vehicle, except for agricultural purposes or by business and industry if regulatory conditions are met.
If a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban has been imposed by your local government, off-road activity for agriculture or business and industry including harvesting is banned. Exceptions are made for essential services.

For a list of activities that can or cannot be carried out during a Total Fire Ban and conditions visit dfes.wa.gov.au/totalfirebans or by telephoning the Total Fire Ban Information Line on 1800 709 355.

You could be fined up to $25,000 or jailed for 12 months or both if you breach a Total Fire Ban.

01/11/2024

The Shire of West Arthur is mowing the Collie Darkan Rail Trail, from Darkan to the border with the Shire of Collie. They have commenced from Darkan and are heading west.

28/10/2024

Using the Collie Darkan Rail Trail? Don't forget to stop at The Station Stop for coffee and cake over the weekend.

01/10/2024

The Noongar Season ‘Kambarang' is represented by the colour yellow as it symbolises the return of the hot weather. During Kambarang season, we see an abundance of colours and flowers exploding all around us.

The yellows of many of the acacias continue to abound, along with some of the banksias and many other smaller delicate flowering plants, including the kangaroo paw and orchids.

During this time the balgas will continue to flower, especially if they've been burnt in the past year or closely shaved.

One of the most striking displays of flowers to be seen during this season will be the moojar, or Australian Christmas Tree (Nuytsia floribunda). The bright orange-yellow flowers serve to signal the heat is on its way.

October is also the most likely time of the year to encounter a snake, as the reptiles start to awaken from their hibernation and look to make the most of the warmth to help them get enough energy to look for food.

It's also a time when many young families of birds will be singing out for their parents to feed them, and koolbardies (magpies) will be out protecting their nests and their babies.

Many things are undergoing transformation with the warm change in the weather and longer dry periods accompany a definite warming trend.

24/09/2024

Look what's popped up in Darkan. The Station Shop is up and operating out of the old Darkan Railway Station. Check it out for coffee and cake if you are walking the Rail Trail. Only open for a short time.

09/09/2024

How wonderful are the wildflowers coming out on the Collie-Darkan Rail Trail?