Quenda Circuit

Starting from Paruna Sanctuary Car Park, Gidgegannup, Quenda Circuit stands out as the most popular among the trio of trails at Paruna Sanctuary. Renowned for its breathtaking vistas of the surrounding woodland, it remains a top choice for many. Following the green quenda markers, this moderately challenging circuit leads adventurers through the sanctuary's diverse terrain. Vantage points along the way offer sweeping panoramas of the surrounding landscape, encompassing Paruna Gorge, East-West Railway Line, and Avon River Valley. Designated picnic areas with tables and seating provide ideal spots to pause, enjoy a meal, and soak in the scenery. As the trail winds through wandoo scrubland and powderbark, it unveils a tapestry of natural wonders, including vibrant yellow wattle, blankets of wildflowers and multiple orchid species. To ensure a safe and enjoyable journey, it is advisable to carry 2-3 litres of water per person. Additionally, advance booking is crucial to access the trail, as a gate code is required (which will be unique to you), and a nominal $10 entry fee per person applies. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wajuk people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-31.6975841,116.1330198)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Great Northern Highway Turn on to Cathedral Avenue then drive for 16.8 km Keep right and drive for another 2.1 km Turn sharp right and drive for another 720 m Turn left and drive for another 60 m Turn left and drive for another 1.4 km Turn right and drive for another 70 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start.
	After another 70 m turn left. After another 15 m continue straight. After another 45 m (from the Possum Trail) turn sharp right, to head along Possum Trail (a footpath).
	After another 275 m (from the Possum Trail) continue straight, to head along Possum Trail. After another 30 m (from the Possum Trail) veer right, to head along Possum Trail.
	After another 270 m cross the ford. From the Possum Trail continue straight, to head along Possum Trail. After another 35 m cross the bridge (about 8 m long)
	After another 85 m (from the Possum Trail) turn right (a walking track). After another 30 m cross the ford. After another 650 m continue straight.
	After another 1.2 km cross the ford. Continue straight. After another 145 m continue straight.
	After another 1.4 km continue straight. After another 30 m turn sharp left.
	After another 185 m turn left.
	After another 450 m veer right.
	After another 620 m (from the Possum Trail) turn right, to head along Possum Trail (a footpath).
	After another 560 m (from the Possum Trail) continue straight, to head along Possum Trail. After another 570 m (from the Possum Trail) continue straight (a vehicle track). After another 45 m continue straight.
	After another 15 m turn right.
	After another 70 m come to the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Quenda Circuit

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	6.8 km
Time	2 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

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Weather Forecast
- Ellenbrook Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  
  Sunday 6 October
  
  23°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of fog in the north early this morning. Medium chance of showers in the south this morning. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Light winds becoming southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon then becoming light in the evening. Daytime maximum temperatures in the low to mid 20s.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:40am to 3:20pm, UV Index predicted to reach 8 [Very High]
  
  Monday 7 October
  
  9°C → 25°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. The chance of morning fog inland. Light winds becoming southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon then becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 8 and 11 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to high 20s.
  
  Tuesday 8 October
  
  9°C → 23°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. The chance of morning fog in the south. Light winds becoming southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to around 10 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Wednesday 9 October
  
  12°C → 23°C
  Cloud clearing.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Slight chance of a shower in the morning. Sunny afternoon. Winds southerly 15 to 25 km/h increasing to 25 to 35 km/h during the day then turning southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to around 12 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Thursday 10 October
  
  9°C → 27°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Friday 11 October
  
  15°C → 31°C
  Sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Saturday 12 October
  
  15°C → 28°C
  Cloud clearing.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Cloud clearing.
  
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