After a winter season of what seemed like endless rainfall, Perth’s waterfalls are now in full flight and ready to be explored. But this doesn’t mean you have to set your sights on Perth’s biggest waterfalls to get your nature fix.
Keen for a nature reset this weekend without an all-day mission? Noble Falls is your low‑effort, high‑reward waterfall and hiking trail experience: a gentle loop trail shadowing Wooroloo Brook, a scenic tiered waterfall, and a picnic area with barbecue facilities.
Go it solo, bring a friend, bring the kids, bring the dog, Noble Falls is for everyone.
Quick snapshot
- Where: 2672 Toodyay Rd, Gidgegannup (carpark opposite Noble Falls Tavern). Approximately 45 minutes from Perth.
- Trail: 3.6km loop, Grade 2, 1 hour. Mostly flat, with clearly signposted from the footbridge.
- Best time to visit: July to October for flowing falls and wildflowers; still a calm bush walk year‑round.
- Facilities: Free electric BBQs, picnic tables, public and accessible toilets, shaded areas, and car park.
- Dogs: Allowed (off‑leash if under full control, ensure to always follow on‑site signage).
Noble Falls waterfall
There aren’t many waterfalls in Perth where you can simply park and hop out of the car, and you are right there. While Noble Falls isn’t the biggest and most impressive Perth waterfall, that’s actually what adds to the charm. In winter, the water cascades over the granite rocks feeding Wooroloo Brook. In springtime, the flow slows enough to reveal the rock textures and allows you to get closer to the fall.
As it is one of the more modest waterfalls, you can get close enough to feel the spray, dunk your feet in, and truly enjoy the sounds as the water flows downstream.
Waterfall tips
- Height & style: Low-rise, multi-tiered granite cascade — best appreciated from the base or side vantage points just off the main loop trail.
- Best time to visit: July to September after winter rains; still photogenic into October with spring blooms.
- Access: From the carpark, cross the footbridge and turn left — the falls are visible within metres. Tracks lead right to the edge, but after rain, keep a safe distance as the granite can get slippery.
- Photography tip: Late morning or overcast days soften glare off the water; bring a polarising filter to cut reflection.
Noble Falls hiking trail
The hiking trail is a Grade 2 track, which means it’s well-defined, mostly flat, and easy hiking trail suitable for all ages — it’s even a family-friendly hiking trail suitable for families with younger kids who don’t have much hiking stamina. Starting from the picnic area, you’ll cross the wooden footbridge and follow the path alongside Wooroloo Brook. The first kilometre keeps the water close, with plenty of side tracks to granite outcrops where you can stop for photos or a snack.
As the loop moves away from the falls, the landscape shifts into jarrah and marri forest, with paperbarks near the water. In spring, the forest floor and granite beneath come alive with displays of wildflowers — golden wattles, jewel-like Leschenaultia, native orchids, Hakeas, Grevilleas, rose coneflowers, triggerplants, and Verticordias. Making Noble Falls one of Perth’s most scenic hiking trails for seasonal blooms.
The terrain is a mix of compacted and sections of sandy gravel. There are a couple of road crossings, so keep kids and dogs close when you hit them. The trail swings back toward the brook in its final stretch, as you can hear the sound of the waterfall humming as you approach the car park. Allow about an hour for a steady pace, or 90 minutes if you’re stopping regularly to take in the views.
Make a day of it
If there’s one truth in life, it is that waterfalls/hikes and pubs are a perfect pair.
Directly across the road from the Noble Falls carpark, Noble Falls Tavern is the kind of country pub that knows exactly what it’s about. It’s friendly and genuinely local, with a shaded beer garden that welcomes dogs and a dining room that looks out onto the surrounding bush.
As with all good locals, expect the staples done well: generous chicken parmigianas, burgers, and classic pub mains alongside seasonal specials. In winter, the fireplace gives the dining area that ‘stay for another drink’ excuse. In the warmer months, the beer garden hums with hikers, cyclists, and locals winding down after a day out.
The tavern is open Wednesday to Sunday from 11:00 am until late, but as always, check before you arrive. If you’ve just finished the loop walk, it’s the perfect place to refuel without having to drive far.
Getting to Noble Falls
Noble Falls sits on Toodyay Road in Gidgegannup, about a 45-minute drive north-east of Perth CBD. The run out there is straightforward: head east on Roe Highway or Great Eastern Highway, then connect to Toodyay Road. Once you’re in Gidgegannup, the turn-off is impossible to miss. You will be able to see the falls and the carpark from the main road.
Noble Falls FAQ
Can you swim at Noble Falls?
You can wade or paddle in the shallow pools, especially downstream from the falls. The water near the cascade can be fast-moving after rain and the granite is slippery, so full swimming isn’t recommended. Instead, this is more of a “shoes off, feet in” spot — perfect for cooling down in the warmer months, or feeling alive in the cooler months while taking in the view.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes. Dogs are welcome and can be off-leash if under full control, but always follow the on-site signage.
What’s the best time to visit?
July–August for peak waterfall flow after winter rains, and September–October for wildflowers.
How long is the walk?
The Noble Falls loop is 3.6 km, mostly flat, and takes about an hour at a steady pace.
Is there food or coffee nearby?
Yes. Noble Falls Tavern is directly across the road, serving lunch, dinner, and drinks.
