City of Kwinana begins works for first stage of 21km Kwinana Loop Trail upgrade

The first stage of an upgrade for the 21km Kwinana Loop Trail is taking shape, with the City of Kwinana beginning works for resurfacing and realignments.

The redevelopment will deliver more than 17km of resurfacing, which currently varies between crushed limestone, concrete, sand and asphalt, and the realignment of 3km of trail.

Mayor Peter Feasey said the project would begin with the realignment of key sections of the trail, followed by resurfacing works and upgrades to entry gates, fencing and directional signage.

“The upgrade is a phased project to create a higher-standard shared path for walking and mountain biking, with a more consistent hardened surface where possible,” Mr Feasey said.

“It aims to support community health, provide a safer and enjoyable recreational experience, and become a tourist drawcard for the city.”

Stage 1 of the project is being supported by a $3.5 million commitment made by Kwinana MLA and Premier Roger Cook, delivered to the city as part of the State Government’s $165 million outdoor adventure tourism package.

The funding will also support the activation and promotion of the trail network and employment of a trails officer to maximise community use and visitor engagement.

This initial phase will concentrate on safe connections and ease of navigation along Runnymede Gate, Wellard Road and Gentle Road.

The future phases will concentrate on signage improvements and improved surface in Leda Nature Reserve, in the unallocated Crown land between Gilmore Avenue and Thomas Road.

The Federal Government committed $2.5m last year for the second phase of upgrades.

The phased work aimed to affect only certain sections at any one time, with temporary detours or short-term closures likely to come.

The city will provide notice of impacts, including online updates on the Kwinana Loop Trail Project webpage, and clear on-site signage so regular users can plan their visit.

“The trail runs through sensitive bushland and areas with important Aboriginal and European heritage, so these are key considerations as part of the design and upgrade process and will undertake appropriate approvals prior to commencement of each phase,” Mr Feasey said.

The project is expected to be showcased at the upcoming World Trails Conference 2026 scheduled in Perth in October.