The New Norcia Heritage Trail is the country prototype for the Heritage Trails Network, a project for community participation devised by the Western Australia Heritage Committee. To commemorate the 1988 Bicentenary, the project established a statewide network of 'Heritage Trails' - routes designed to enhance awareness and enjoyment of Western Australia's natural and cultural heritage.

The Heritage Trails Network was jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Western Australian governments under the Commonwealth/State Bicentennial Commemorative Program.

The map indicates Heritage Trails in the Midlands region of Western Australia.