Ride 6 - Mt Henry Bridge to South Perth

Commence your ride or walk at the Mount Henry Bridge reserve. This section of shared path winds sharply through a grove of trees and is a popular route for joggers, so cyclists should ride slowly and look out for other users.

Some wonderful views of the city skyline can be seen along this stretch of path. There is even a small section of sandy beach to complete the picture.

Deep Water Point kiosk

The path leaves the roadside and winds around Deep Water Point. Here you will find public toilets, public telephone, showers and a café overlooking the river. This area is a very popular spot for water-skiing and can get busy on the weekends.

Continue north along the path between The Esplanade and the river. You will pass several rowing club buildings and Apex Reserve. Take the shared path across Canning Bridge and northwards between the water and Kwinana Freeway.

Follow the path around to Canning Bridge

 
Old Mill in South Perth

About two kilometres further on, the Como Beach jetty provides a good rest point. Continue along the shared path as it passes the Milyu Nature Reserve on route to Mill Point. This is a very popular spot for water-skiing and para-sailing. The path proceeds under both spans of the Narrows Bridge.

The Perth Zoological Gardens were established in 1898 and are situated on the other side of the freeway. They can be reached by taking the pedestrian bridge located just before the Mill Point Road flyover, and then using Hardy Street on the other side.

Conclude your ride at the Old Mill car park near the South Perth foreshore. From here it is a short ride of a few hundred metres east to the shopping precinct along Mends Street.

The beautifully restored Old Mill is one of the oldest buildings in Western Australia with the foundations having been laid in 1835. Interestingly, it has not been used to grind flour since 1859. The windmill and associated buildings are open to the public for a small entry fee.