About Castledare Miniature Railway
Castledare Miniature Railway is a volunteer-operated miniature railway in Wilson, within the City of Canning, Western Australia, set in bushland alongside the Canning River. Established by railway enthusiasts, it operates dual-gauge tracks (5-inch and 7¼-inch) offering public train rides. Notable for its extensive track network, bridges, and family-friendly atmosphere, it preserves miniature railway heritage and provides an accessible recreational attraction within the Canning River Regional Park precinct.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect open-air miniature train rides on an extensive dual-gauge track winding through natural bushland and along the Canning River at Niana Reserve. The site includes a station area, bridges, tunnels and landscaped grounds with picnic and barbecue areas. Rides are operated by volunteers using scaled locomotives pulling open carriages. The setting is park-like and family-oriented, with opportunities to watch trains, take photos, picnic and explore the riverside reserve.
Key highlights
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Public miniature train rides on 5-inch and 7.25-inch gauge tracks
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Extensive track network with bridges and tunnels through bushland
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Scenic location alongside the Canning River within Niana Reserve
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Volunteer-operated heritage railway experience