Family Hiking Program: Explore the Outdoors Together

Discover the joy of hiking as a family

Looking for a fun, healthy way to spend quality time with your children? The Family Hiking Program, a partnership between HikeWest and Nature Play WA, is designed for families with children aged 5–12 years — no hiking experience needed!

Through a series of guided walks across the Perth metro and Peel regions, we’re helping families to reconnect with nature and each other.

Why join our guided family walks?

  • Boost family wellbeing
    Experience the great physical and mental health benefits of being outdoors together. Our hikes are designed to be fun and engaging for children, and relaxing for adults.
  • Spend quality time together
    Hiking is a great way to unplug and spend real quality time with your kids, away from screens and daily distractions.
  • Build your outdoor confidence
    You’ll pick up practical tips and tools to make bushwalking safe, enjoyable, and engaging for the whole family.
  • Cultivate a love of nature
    Children will connect with nature through guided activities that spark curiosity and environmental awareness.
  • Meet other families
    Our group walks are an excellent way to connect with other parents and build friendships, on and off the trail.

What we’ve learned

Through research and conversations with local families, we’ve identified the hurdles that keep many families from exploring the outdoors – like lack of experience, safety concerns, or not knowing where to go. Our program is designed to tackle these issues, making bushwalking accessible and fun for everyone.

Ready to hit the trail?

Sign up now for our upcoming family-friendly guided walks (more details coming soon).
Explore family-friendly trails
Download fun kids’ activities from Nature Play WA.

Our Members

We welcome not only bushwalking clubs as members, but also other organisations and individuals:

Member Clubs

Affiliate Members

Individual Members

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