Ready to swap screens for singletrack? Perth is packed with fun mountain bike spots where kids, tweens, and teens can build confidence on two wheels. From gentle family loops to gravity-fuelled descents, there’s a trail to suit every rider and every level of courage. Once you’ve got the bikes, helmets, and a few snacks sorted, it’s an easy, great-value day out in the fresh air.
If your crew loves a good pump track and is keen to try “real” trails, the Perth Hills are the place to start. We’ve rounded up some of the best kid‑friendly mountain bike trails in Perth to explore with your little shredders.
Lake Leschenaultia MTB Trails, Chidlow
Skill Level – Easy to Intermediate Trails
If you’re new to mountain biking, Lake Leschenaultia is a brilliant first taste of the trails. There are 9 fun tracks ranging from beginner to intermediate, making it ideal for kids who want to give MTB a go and build up their skills.
The Railway Run is the pick for young riders. This easy, flat 700m trail follows the old miniature rail line and is perfect for beginners and children. Little explorers will also love checking out the old railway station along the way.
On weekends and public holidays the coffee kiosk is open, and there are public toilets on site. You can even make a weekend of it and camp by the lake. See more about the Lake leschenaultia mountain bike trails in our blog.
Find Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow, east of Mundaring.
Kalamunda Trails
Skill Level – Easy to Extreme Trails
The Kalamunda network is WA’s largest and busiest MTB Playground, with around 40km of trails to explore. The one‑way mountain bike trails are well signposted and offer everything from cruisy green routes to technical black runs.
Most of the easier trails start from the Trails hub, where you’ll also find a café for pre‑ or post‑ride treats. Over at the Black Stump area there’s a pump track that’s great for kids and beginners to practice on.
Find Kalamunda Trails 361 Pauls Valley Road, Kalamunda.
The Goat Farm, Greenmount
Skill Level – Easy to Difficult
Perched on the scarp between Midland and Mundaring, The Goat Farm is a dedicated mountain bike park with something for everyone. There’s a skills park and easier trails where kids can get a feel for riding off‑road, plus steep, rocky descents that will challenge even experienced riders.
The terrain is no joke – some of the downhill lines really are best left to the “mountain goats”! The park has been designed for both downhill and cross‑country riders, so you can choose how brave you’re feeling on the day.
Find The Goat Farm just off Great Eastern Highway, via Greenmount Rise, Greenmount.
Image Credit – @MadSpider_ (Instagram)
Aduro Park Mountain Bike Trail, Eglinton
Skill Level – Easy to Advanced Trails
About 40 minutes north of Perth, Aduro Park in Allara, Eglinton, is a bright, compact MTB spot with clearly colour‑coded beginner, intermediate and advanced loops – perfect for families with mixed skills. Little riders can start on the junior bike and scooter track with sealed “roads” and traffic signs, set safely away from nearby streets.
There are shaded picnic tables, a water fountain, a mini soccer goal, a bike repair station, and plenty of street parking (but no toilets on site – head to nearby Kinkuna Park for BBQs and bathrooms). Trails are one‑way, and helmets and enclosed shoes are a must.
Read more in the Buggybuddys review of Aduro Park Mountain Bike Trail.
Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails, Lake Joondalup
Skill Level – Easy to Intermediate Trails
Set in Yellagonga Regional Park on the north‑western side of Lake Joondalup, Yalbunullup is a compact 7km network of green and blue trails that’s perfect for families and newer riders. The cross‑country and flow trails are clearly graded, with plenty of mellow green options for kids and beginners, and blue lines – including a couple of jump trails – for confident riders wanting a bit more challenge.
A central trailhead hub offers shelter, toilets, water and parking, making it an easy base for meet‑ups and snack breaks. The lakeside bush setting, birdlife and cultural story behind the Yalbunullup name add an extra layer of interest to every ride.
Find out more in the Buggybuddys review of Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails.
Bayswater BMX and Mountain Bike Facility
Found under the Tonkin Highway bridge at the end of Katanning Street, Bayswater, this urban riding spot is perfect for an adrenaline‑charged session without heading into the hills. You’ll be pedalling beneath the arches of the Mooro‑Beeloo Bridge on a mix of pump tracks and MTB lines.
A junior pump track lets younger riders start small on gentle rollers and berms. More confident kids – and grown‑ups – can move on to the main pump track, then tackle the MTB tech, flow, and skills tracks with features like drops, rocks, and jumps.
There’s plenty of parking at the Bayswater Boat Ramp, making it an easy after‑school or weekend option.
Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Munda Bidi, Mundaring
Starting right in Mundaring, close to the Sculpture Park Playground, the iconic Munda Bidi Trail stretches more than 1,000km all the way to Albany. While that’s a serious mission for seasoned riders, families can easily tackle bite‑sized sections.
Popular options include a return ride from Mundaring to Mundaring Weir, or following the trail from Mundaring Weir through to the Kalamunda trail network. The scenery is classic jarrah forest, and you can make the ride as short or as long as your kids’ legs (and patience) allow.
Langford Park, Jarrahdale
Skill Level – Easy to Moderate Trails
Hidden among towering trees near Jarrahdale, Langford Park offers a network of trails that are especially fun in winter. The pea gravel tracks become grippier when wet, making for faster, more confidence‑boosting rides.
There are a mix of green and blue routes, so you can ease younger or newer riders in gently, then step things up as their skills improve. The forest setting also makes it a lovely spot for a post‑ride picnic.
Forsyths Mill, Sawyers Valley
Skill Level – Intermediate Trail
Forsyths Mill is a compact XC‑style loop packed into around 5km of trail, with logs, jumps, and flowing singletrack to keep riders entertained. It’s just off Great Eastern Highway and not too far from Lake Leschenaultia, so you can easily combine both in one day out.
There’s also a much shorter beginner’s loop, giving newer riders a taste of the terrain before they commit to the full circuit.
Whatever your skill level – from balance‑bike bandits through to teens chasing air time – there’s a mountain bike trail in Perth to match. Pack plenty of water, sun protection, and snacks, and always ride to your ability. Most importantly, tread lightly: stick to marked trails, take all your rubbish home, and help keep our beautiful bush clean for the next family that rolls through.
When you’re ready to dial in more skills, check out our guide to the best pump tracks in Perth and our favourite family‑friendly cycle paths for a more relaxed spin.
- About the Author
- Latest Posts
Amanda Carlin has her own food and travel blog. Established in 2013, (first as “The Chef, His Wife and Their Perth-fect Life”) Amanda loves getting out and about in Perth and WA for her blog ‘Simply PERTHfect’. You’ll find her checking out the newest foodie spots, as well as lots of WA travel, and fun family activities with the kiddos in tow. Part of a blended family of 6, Amanda always has plenty of family friendly recs. Be sure to check out Simply PERTHfect.
