A 3.6 km bush loop past Noble Falls, free BBQs by the creek, and a cold one at the Noble Falls Tavern across the road. A great Toodyay Road day out.
Toodyay Road out through Gidgegannup is one of my favourite rides out of Perth, and Noble Falls is the natural place to pull over. There’s an easy bush loop past the falls, free BBQs by the creek, and a tavern with a beer garden right across the road. Walk first, beer after. That’s the rule.
Quick facts
- Where: Noble Falls picnic area, off Toodyay Road, Gidgegannup, about 49 km east of Perth
- The walk: Noble Falls Walk Trail, a 3.6 km easy loop
- Best time: July to October, when the falls are running and the wildflowers are out
- Facilities: car park, free electric BBQs, picnic shelters and toilets
- Dogs: allowed on the trail if under control
- Then drink: the Noble Falls Tavern, 2672 Toodyay Road
The Noble Falls loop
According to Trails WA, the Noble Falls Walk Trail is a 3.6 km loop graded easy, with gentle hills and the odd step. It starts at the picnic and parking area opposite the tavern. Cross the footbridge and turn left. Most people take about an hour, and you’ll do it quicker if you’re keen to get to the pub.
A heads up on timing. Like most hills falls, these are seasonal. Trails WA recommends July to October, and in the middle of summer you’ll get more of a trickle than a waterfall. The walk is still a nice bit of bush, but set your expectations. Recent Google reviewers say the same.
“The Noble Falls trail is peaceful, well-maintained and offers gorgeous views of the falls and surrounding bushland.”
Nicole S, November 2025, Google review
“Good to visit after raining season to get water fall view.”
Mister K, May 2026, Google review
Another reviewer in June 2026 called it a “lovely spot for walks and/or a picnic”, though they were a bit disappointed by the size of the falls. Fair call. It’s a pretty spot, not Niagara.
A beer at the Noble Falls Tavern
The tavern’s own about page says it was built in 1962, sat closed for a long time, and was reopened after the current owners bought it in 2012. These days there’s a restaurant, a sports bar, and a licensed verandah and beer garden looking out over the Noble Falls Reserve, plus live music each week. Its website lists it as open Wednesday to Sunday and closed Monday and Tuesday, so don’t plan a Tuesday ride around it.
It’s a popular stop with plenty of Google reviews. The praise is mostly for the beer garden and friendly staff, and the gripes are mostly about slow food on busy days. On a sunny weekend, grab a drink first and don’t be in a hurry.
Make a day of it
Gidgegannup sits between the Swan Valley and the hills, so you’ve got options. Head back via my Swan Valley day trip, or keep going through the hills with a swim at Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow and a second pub stop at the Parkerville Tavern. If you’re after more good roads, try the Kalamunda Zig Zag or the Sunday drive to Mundaring Weir.
Featured image: Noble Falls by Gnangarra, CC BY 2.5 AU via Wikimedia Commons, cropped.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Noble Falls Walk Trail is a 3.6 km loop graded easy. Most people take about an hour. It starts at the picnic area opposite the Noble Falls Tavern on Toodyay Road.
