1 / 3Castledare Miniature Railway - Wilson Park Station
π Wilson, WA
Volunteer-run miniature railway in Wilson running 15-minute scenic trips along the Canning River with multiple trains operating simultaneously. BBQ areas, a playground, and a cafe are nearby at Kent Street Weir.
If you havenβt visited this attraction in Perth, this is an ABSOLUTE MUST! we had the best time this morning. My toddler absolutely loved it and it was safe an enjoyable to hold my 7 month old in my arms. This was an absolute joy and we will absolutely be back. Shout out to Annemarie who sorted my tickets after I accidentally booked on the wrong day, what an absolute legend for swapping us over to a weekend we could attend. I love when things like that are easy especially for kids as life is unpredictable and my brain is dead. It just made everything so comfortable and we left feeling so happy. Would recommend getting to the Kent street Weir carpark a little early as parking fills up fast, there is overflow parking you can use but as we were leaving around 11:30 this was pretty much full. Trains run on time and the journey is about 15 mins long but you can go again and again if you like. Today there were four trains running so loads of opportunity to go on them and the turn around is amazingly fast. There is a great playground (needs a shade sail so bring your hat and sunscreen) and a cafe close by if you need a coffee or snacks. Lots of park area where you can have a picnic for the day. Such a wonderful attraction in Perth!
π Family Action Verdict
Best for toddlers and preschoolers captivated by trains β adults consistently report enjoying the ride just as much as the kids. The short journey length and ability to re-queue makes it easy for young children with sparse attention spans. The riverside setting and good facilities make a full morning outing straightforward for families.
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π¬ What Families Are Saying
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E. Nolan
5 months ago
βIf you havenβt visited this attraction in Perth, this is an ABSOLUTE MUST! we had the best time this morning. My toddler absolutely loved it and it was safe an enjoyable to hold my 7 month old in my arms. This was an absolute joy and we will absolutely be back. Shout out to Annemarie who sorted my tickets after I accidentally booked on the wrong day, what an absolute legend for swapping us over to a weekend we could attend. I love when things like that are easy especially for kids as life is unpredictable and my brain is dead. It just made everything so comfortable and we left feeling so happy. Would recommend getting to the Kent street Weir carpark a little early as parking fills up fast, there is overflow parking you can use but as we were leaving around 11:30 this was pretty much full. Trains run on time and the journey is about 15 mins long but you can go again and again if you like. Today there were four trains running so loads of opportunity to go on them and the turn around is amazingly fast. There is a great playground (needs a shade sail so bring your hat and sunscreen) and a cafe close by if you need a coffee or snacks. Lots of park area where you can have a picnic for the day. Such a wonderful attraction in Perth!β
Kim
2 years ago
βWe took our 2-year-old for the experience, and us adults had just as much fun. There were 4 trains running, and the drivers were fun and friendly. The scenery in places is lovely. There are BBQ areas and tables outside, which would be great for birthday parties. It is next to the Canning River, so you'll see people supping & kayaking through the river. There is an enclosed dog park and a Cafe.β
Amanda Bruce
12 months ago
βGreat little morning out . My little 2 year old is fascinated with trains at the moment. He thoroughly enjoyed his train rides.β
Anne Forbes
3 years ago
βWonderful day out, ride as many times as you like just join the queue again. Volunteers were very professional and friendly and everything felt very safe. Train mad 2 year old loved it.β
Reviews from Google
Overview
Castledare Miniature Railway departs from Wilson Park Station and runs 15-minute rides through riverside scenery along the Canning River. Multiple trains operate at once, keeping wait times short and allowing families to ride repeatedly. Volunteer drivers are engaged and friendly. BBQ facilities and tables sit adjacent to the track. A playground and cafe are nearby at the Kent Street Weir entry point. The Kent Street Weir car park fills fast on popular days β arrive early.



