Route Summary

The final 6km section of the Southern Suburbs route will take you from Canning Bridge along the edge of the Swan River to the Narrows Bridge. This section of path provides unrestricted access from the southern suburbs to central Perth and is very popular with commuter and recreational cyclists as well as pedestrians and joggers.  

Route Detail

Canning Bridge Train Station is located in the centre of the Freeway and accessible from shared path links on the south and north sides of Canning Bridge.

About 2km north of Canning Bridge is Como Beach and Jetty.  The Jetty was built in 1907.  In the 1920’s, the area was promoted as a recreation area for residents and visitors and is still a popular recreation area for residents and a pleasant rest area for cyclists.   

South Perth was one of the earliest developed areas following settlement of the Swan River Colony.  On the other side of the Freeway is the Preston Street Precinct, a compact mixed-use area with shops, cafés, restaurants, a tavern and the classically beautiful art deco Cygnet Cinema.  Closer to the Narrows Bridge along Labouchere Road is Perth Zoo that was established in 1898 but more recently committed to conservation of native and exotic species to ensure the survival of species in the wild.    

Close to the Narrows Bridge is the Old Mill, a stone structure with simple clear lines. It a picturesque early colonial building that has been restored and is open to the public.      

From the Narrows Bridge, it is just a short ride across the Narrows Bridge to Perth City and other bike routes extending into northern, western and eastern urban areas. 

Route Features

• Canning Bridge Train Station
• Swan River
• Como Foreshore Reserve
• Preston Street & Cygnet Theatre