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Sixty Foot Falls is a 2.1km, grade 4 hike in Ellis Brook Valley Reserve, Western Australia. This hike typically takes 1 hour to complete.

Length: 2.1km

Duration: 1 hr

Grade 4 (Hard)

Style: Circuit

Start: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve

End: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve

Location: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve

State: Western Australia

Nearby town: Martin

From state capital: 25km

Latitude: -32.062757

Longitude: 116.036383

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Hike Overview

This walk is a short but steep climb to the top of the spectacular Sixty Foot Falls, affoRoading magnificent views of the City and the valley along the way, before descending past the old Barrington Quarry where old workings provide a window into the geology of the area.

The Ellis Brook Valley in Banyowla Regional Park is a beautiful place just on the edge of the city and on the Darling Scarp. There are four walk trails catering for every fitness level. Sixty Foot Falls is the haRoadest walk trail and rewaRoads the walker with spectacular views of the city. The waterfall flow depends on the rainfall during winter months. It can range from water pumping over the edge, plunging into the pool below, a trickle or nothing at all. There are lovely wildflowers in the Spring months of September and October.

Tips

Start Point: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve in Banyowla Regional Park. At the end of Rushton Road, Martin (one hour from Perth)

End Point: Ellis Brook Valley Reserve in Banyowla Regional Park. At the end of Rushton Road, Martin (one hour from Perth)

Region: Ellis Brook Valley, Perth

For more information, a location map and GPS file please visit Trails WA.

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Sixty Foot Falls Walk (2.1km)

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Sixty Foot Falls Walk (2.1km)

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Track Grade

Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.

About the region

Ellis Brook Valley, located on Rushton Road in the suburb of Martin, is recognised as the richest wild flower location in the Perth Metropolitan Area. It has over 500 species of wild flowers in a beautiful hidden valley only minutes from Gosnells Town Centre and only a 35 minute drive from Perth.

It is a rich breeding site and home for many native and visiting birds, including cockatoos, parrots, pardalotes, splendid fairy wrens and wedge-tailed eagles, just some of the over 116 species of birds at the site. It is also home to our furry residents including kangaroos, echidnas, possums, bats and other native wildlife.

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Gear to consider

What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.

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While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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Sixty Foot Falls Walk (2.1km)