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Wildflower
holiday guide
Western Australia 2010
Your guide to the largest collection
of wildflowers on earth.
Couple in field of wildflowers
Coastal scenery between Quoin Head and Whalebone Beach, Fitzgerald National Park.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA’S
WILDFLOWERS
There are more than 12,000 species of wildflowers in Western Australia. And over
60% of these species are found nowhere else in the world. Each year, from June
in the north until November in the south, they bring a spectacle of colour and scent
that needs to be experienced to be believed.
The wildflower season ranks as one of Western Australia’s most Fields of these lollipop-shaped flowers in yellow, pink and white
fascinating and precious natural treasures. For several months are found in various inland areas, often along road verges.
of each year, wildflowers are scattered across 2.5 million square The 186,000ha Kalbarri National Park teems with wildflowers
kilometres of terrain. As diverse and colourful as the locals, the and visitors can expect to see kangaroo paws, Banksias,
uniqueness and natural beauty of the wildflowers attract eucalypts and Grevilleas.
thousands of tourists and scientists every year. Australia’s Coral Coast is home to the pristine Shark Bay World
Rain and sunshine greatly influence the timing of the wildflower Heritage Area. As well as rugged outback terrain and pure white
season, causing it to span over several months and regions. In beaches, visitors can also see a large variety of wildflowers,
the north of the state, wildflowers will appear in July with early some of which are unique to the area. Wattles, Hakeas,
rains hastening their arrival. As late as November a blaze of Dampiera, purple peas and Shark Bay daisies are common.
wildflower colour will take over the south, where the warmer The Pilbara, in Australia’s North West, produces yellow native
weather produces a totally different collage of species. hibiscus, bluebells, sticky cassia, mulla mulla, native fuschias
While the north is home to many species of coastal and inland and many more.
wildflowers, it is best known for its everlastings.
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Hamersley Drive, Cave Point and Mylies Beach, Fitzgerald River National Park.
To the east is Australia’s Golden Outback River, are popular wildflower areas and
with its fields of everlastings as well as most celebrate the season with wildflower
Acacia, Hakea and Sturt’s desert pea. events.
Australia’s South West is home to a wide While a tour of regional areas is a popular
range of rare and unique flora. Dainty way of experiencing wildflowers, visitors to
flowers such as orchids, milkmaids, Experience Perth in September need only
honeypots, green kangaroo paws and go as far as Kings Park in the heart of the
mountain bells give colour to green fields. city to view a stunning selection.
More than 150 species of orchids are The Kings Park and Botanic Garden
known to inhabit the area, along with grass Wildflower Festival is an annual event
trees such as Kingia australis, scented which showcases the best of Western
plants like brown Boronia and more than Australia’s wildflower varieties and
165 species of eucalypts. draws more than 50,000 visitors.
The south also boasts 80 species of The Park’s 400ha Botanic Garden has
carnivorous plants such as the Albany more than 1,700 native species.
pitcher plant. Mistletoes including the
amazing Western Australian Christmas tree With warm daily temperatures around
are also found here. 20°- 25°C, springtime is perfect to enjoy
the incredible and unique beauty of nature
Areas such as Esperance, Pemberton, in Western Australia.
Denmark, Northcliffe, Albany and Margaret
Salmon Gums, Ravensthorpe Range.
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The Bird Flower.
Rock triggerplant.
When and where do the Planning your holiday

wildflowers bloom? This guide contains a range of suggested
Most Western Australian wildflowers bloom itineraries, as well as some accommodation
in late winter or early spring, from July until options.
September. Some species require more Before setting out on one of the wildflower
warmth for growth and therefore bloom in drives contained in this guide, it is
late spring during the months of October advisable to contact the Western Australian
and November. Visitor Centre (contact details on the next
The wildflower season, beginning in the page) or visit wildflowerswa.com.
Pilbara in July, commences slightly later as It is also worth stopping at visitor centres
you head south, concluding in the southern and shire offices in towns around the
regions in November. The season is subject state for additional information about
to weather variations, but generally specific wildflower blooms and local
wildflowers can be seen in profusion in road conditions.
Western Australia from July until November.
The maps in this brochure are intended
Each of the trails covered in this brochure as a handy guide only. More detailed maps Please protect the flora
boast unique wildflower species due to containing accurate directions, distances To conserve the native flora and fauna for
variances in environmental elements such and other important information are future generations, no domestic animals
as soil type, local fauna, the broader plant available from the Western Australian are permitted in national parks. The picking
system, geological structure and, most Visitor Centre, most service stations, of wildflowers is prohibited by law
importantly, the weather. motoring organisations and visitor centres. throughout Western Australia.
Go online to
see where the
wildflowers
are blooming
Visit wildflowerswa.com to find out more
information about the wildflower trails,
regular wildflower updates by locals in
the specific regions and other things
to see and do on your extraordinary
wildflower holiday in Western Australia.
CONTENTS: Pilbara Trail
Perth Trail 8
Jarrahland Trail 13 Cape Range Trail

Trail locations
Southern Wonders Trail 19 in Western
Wave Rock Trail 24 Northern Explorer Trail
Australia
Esperance Trail 27
Everlastings Trail
Goldfields Trail 30
Granite Loop
Granite Loop Trail 33 Trail
Everlastings Trail 36 Goldfields Trail
Northern Explorer Trail 39 Perth Wave Rock Trail
Cape Range Trail 43 Esperance Trail
Pilbara Trail 45 Jarrahland Trail
Southern Wonders Trail
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PERTH TRAIL
Begin your journey in the heart of Perth at SPECIAL EVENT 1 Kings Park and Western
the much-loved Kings Park and Western Kings Park and Botanic Garden Australian Botanic Garden, Perth
Australian Botanic Garden, alive with Wildflower Festival Features: Kings Park is a wonderful starting
colourful plant and bird life. Wednesday 1 - Thursday 30 point to familiarise yourself with Western
Follow nature trails or relax in tranquil September 2010 Australia’s abundant and diverse flora.
picnic surroundings as you savour Perth’s Forrest Drive, Kings Park, West Perth The park covers 400ha of natural bushland
spectacular floral treasures. Make sure Open: Daily 9.00am to 5.00pm with lush parkland areas. The main entrance
you have your camera for the Park’s Tel: (08) 9480 3600 via Fraser Avenue is an enchanting drive
natural vantage point offering sweeping through towering lemon-scented gum trees.
As a showcase for Western Australia’s
views across the city and Swan River to Wildflowers abound and can be found within
spectacular wildflowers, the Festival
the gently rising Darling Escarpment the Botanic Garden or in the bushland areas.
which frames Perth’s eastern horizons. draws thousands of people each year.
Display gardens and demonstrations The Lotterywest Federation Walkway should
It’s a pleasant drive up the Sunset Coast,
are presented alongside a wealth of not be missed with its enthralling tree top walk
with its white beaches, to Yanchep. Then a
botanical information about many of that provides picture-postcard views of the
short journey east takes you into the
the 12,000 species that grow wild beautiful Swan River and the city skyline. The
forested hills of the Darling Range, known
within the state’s borders. Pioneer Women’s Memorial Fountain is
as the Perth Hills, where several national
a great place for a picnic. There are several
parks and reserves are situated among
picnic areas scattered throughout the park,
towering jarrah and marri trees.
as well as free barbeques.
En route take in the picturesque Swan
Valley – Perth’s premier food and wine An Aboriginal art gallery is located beneath
destination and Western Australia’s oldest the lookout on Fraser Avenue, or browse
wine region. In addition to award winning Aspects of Kings Park - a gallery featuring the
wines, the Swan Valley produces a wide works of local artists.
range of delicious fresh produce and there To really appreciate the amazing range of
are an endless number of breweries, flora in Kings Park, enjoy a free guided walk.
distilleries, restaurants and art galleries for These occur every day at 10am and 2pm.
you to visit. You can find out more from the Visitor
For snorkelling and pristine beaches, take Information Centre on Fraser Avenue.
a ferry day trip to the unique environment
Flora: At the Botanic Garden, wildflower
of Rottnest Island.
enthusiasts can see more than 1,700 native
species of wildflowers in a 17ha area.
Lilac hibiscus.
Pink Everlastings. Kangaroo Paw. Hovea.
There’s also an endangered flora garden, and no

visit is complete without seeing the Acacia Steps,
the Banksia Gardens and the Water Garden.
2 Yanchep National Park

51km north of Perth
Features: Known as Perth’s natural and cultural
meeting place, Yanchep National Park offers
daily tours of Crystal Cave, Aboriginal cultural
experiences, boat tours on Lake Wagardu, a
stunning array of spring wildflowers and
cultivated native gardens. Enjoy barbecue and
picnic facilities, row boat hire, scenic walk trails,
koalas, kangaroos and an abundance of other
native animals and plants. Entry fees apply at
Yanchep National Park.
Flora: Tuart trees, Banksia, one-sided bottle-
brush, yellow buttercups, blue flowering
Hardenbergia, parrotbush, honeymyrtle, grass
trees and the Yanchep rose.
Perth Trail
Must see and do
- Stroll the Lotteries Federation
Walkway in Kings Park
- Walk the Swan River foreshore
- Watch a sunset from Cottesloe Beach
- Walk sections of the Bibbulmun Track
- Climb the DNA Tower in Kings Park
for city views
- Meet the black swans at Lake Monger
- Go wine tasting in the Swan Valley,
Bickley or Carmel Valley
- Visit Caversham Wildlife Park
- Take a ferry ride to Rottnest Island
- Explore the jarrah forests of the
Perth Hills
- Wander across the historical
Mundaring Weir wall
- Experience native marsupials at the
Perth Hills National Parks Centre
Fish Hook Bay, Rottnest Island.
Granite bottlebrush.
3 Whiteman Park Recreation 4 Noble Falls – the city can be enjoyed from an
and Conservation Reserve Walyunga Drive (53km) excellent lookout area, and you’ll be
18km north east of Perth amazed at the wonderful mix of
Travel towards Toodyay Road from Perth.
wildflowers in bloom all year round.
Features: Located just a short 25 Turn left into O’Brien Road. Travel 16km to
The interestingly named twenty-eight
minute drive from the centre of Perth, Walyunga Lookout
parrots are regularly seen in the park.
this reserve is picturesque bushland Features: Enjoy sweeping views from Visits to Hovea Falls, Rocky Pool and
covering an area of more than 4200 the lookout and a walk trail to the Avon National Park Falls are recommended.
hectares (over 10,000 acres) with nearly River before continuing on to Clenton and This is the state’s oldest National Park.
half of this classified as high value Berry Roads. Turn right at Toodyay Road
conservation bushland or wetland. to Noble Falls. Flora: Towering jarrah and marri
dominate the upland areas, with
An extensive network of trails Flora: Discover 12 beautiful orchid flooded gums and paperbarks along
complete with interpretive notes species, as well as Hakeas, Grevilleas, Jane Brook. The understorey is a
enables those on foot or using Isopogons, Petrophiles, triggerplants, and treasure trove of Banksia, wattle,
pedal power to cruise the park. Verticordias. Hakeas, Grevilleas, Dryandras,
A wide range of activities are available Pimelea, myrtles, triggerplants,
such as playgrounds, sporting facilities, 5 F.R. Berry Drive kangaroo paws and blue
picnic shelters and BBQ facilities. Travel east along Toodyay Road for 38km
Lechenaultia.
towards Gidgegannup. Turn left into Reen Road,
Watch artisans at work while browsing
travel 8.5km to F.R. Berry Reserve, which is 7 Perth Hills
the variety of shops in the village or
signposted on the left The Darling Range – 30 minutes east
enjoy a train ride through native bush,
Features: There are beautiful walk trails and of the city
over bridges and down to Mussel Pool.
picnic facilities, as well as granite outcrops Features: Forest areas with jarrah, marri,
Visit the Caversham Wildlife Park and waterfalls which flow in winter. To reach flooded gums and forest life abound in
which is located within the reserve, the Noble Falls Picnic Area, travel 5.5km and this popular region for nature lovers. The
to see and touch native animals turn right into Berry Road, then right into Perth Hills area incorporates five National
such as Australian Koalas and Toodyay Road. Parks including John Forrest National
Kangaroos in their natural habitat
Flora: Discover several vegetation Park. Worthwhile places to visit include
Flora: Marri, jarrah, pricklybark communities including wandoo, Lake Leschenaultia, Mundaring Weir,
and Banksia, together with marri, jarrah and paperbark. Wattles, Kalamunda National Park and Lesmurdie
Hibbertias and grass trees. hibbertia, blue Lechenaultia, Melaleuca, Falls National Park. Walk and cycle trail
Grevillea, Darwinia, Hovea, kangaroo paw maps are available from Mundaring Visitor
Gidgegannup Trails and orchids are all common. Centre and guided wildflower walks are
The Swan Valley and Eastern Region Visitor conducted during September and October.
Centre, corner Meadow and Swan Streets 6 John Forrest National Park Flora: Discover a profusion of wildflowers
Guildford, has an excellent free wildflower Travel 28km east of Perth on the such as grass trees, kangaroo paws,
trail guide. Tel: (08) 9379 9400 or visit Great Eastern Highway Hakeas, Grevilleas, wattles, orchids
www.swanvalley.com.au.
Features: Sweeping views across to and peas.
PURE
GOLD
Twining Fringe Lily. Cottesloe Beach, near Perth.
8 Ellis Brook Valley and 10 Rottnest Island

Sixty Foot Falls A ferry trip from Perth, Fremantle
Travel 17km south east of Perth on Tonkin or Hillarys Boat Harbour
Highway. Turn left into Gosnells Road East Features: Rottnest, or Rotto to the locals,
and follow signs to Ellis Brook Valley on is 11km long and 4.5km wide
Rushton Road
Experience the rush of pure
and is home to the famous small marsupial,
gold in the heart of the city
Features: Hidden Valley has four the quokka, unique flora and some of the
world’s finest beaches and bays, providing at the historic Perth Mint.
separate walk trails from wheelchair
access to challenging trails. See a rich a spectacular venue for snorkelling, scuba
Handle $400,000 worth of pure
wildflower display with more than 550 diving, surfing and swimming.
gold bullion
species of flowering plants, plus 116 Many tours and activities operate
bird species including the blue wren and throughout the day or hire a bike Watch as 200 ounces of pure
wedge-tailed eagle. The Sixty Foot Falls and head off around the island. molten gold is poured to form a
are spectacular after winter rains and offer gleaming, solid gold bar
Rottnest Island is ideal for a day trip or
fantastic views of the city and coastal plain. Marvel at Australia’s largest display
stay longer in a range of accommodation.
Flora: Each trail has a different of natural gold nuggets, including
Flora: About 1,500 native species flourish
experience and the heathland and Newmont’s Normandy Nugget
on the island, including the Blue Rottnest
wandoo woodland ecosystems create weighing a massive 25.5 kilograms
daisy, Rottnest Island pine and Rottnest
a striking palette of colour with mass See how prospectors of the early
Island tea tree (Melaleuca).
displays of Verticordia, Lambertia, 1900s lived and mined gold
Nuytsia (Christmas tree) and orchids. Set off from Perth on one or more of the
many Western Australian regional trails View the world’s largest collection
9 Wireless Hill Park detailed in this guide. of pure gold bars
South of Perth, off the Canning Highway
Discover an array of exquisite
towards Fremantle
treasures in The Perth Mint Shop,
Features: This 40ha of natural bushland is
including Kailis Australian Pearls
full of wildflowers in spring. From here it’s a
and Argyle Pink Diamonds
short drive down the Canning Highway to
the historic and lively port city of Fremantle, Tax free sales available
with its distinctive architecture, markets,
and vibrant café lifestyle.
Flora: Stroll among kangaroo paws,
catspaws, Lechenaultia and grass trees.
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Purple Enamel Orchid.
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JARRAHLAND TRAIL
Wind your way through an SPECIAL EVENTS Gardens will be open for viewing in
awe-inspiring corner of Western 85th Busselton Wildflower Exhibition the four towns and in the surrounding
Australia, be dwarfed by giant Thursday 16 – Friday 17 September 2010 countryside during the festivals which
karri trees, surrounded by Uniting Church, Kent St, Busselton take place in autumn and in spring.
sun-drenched vineyards and Open: Thursday 9.00am to 6.00pm, Greenbushes – New Zealand
captivated by coastal vistas. Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm Gully Wattle Walk - Sunday 15 August
Tel: (08) 9755 8001 2010. Tel: (08) 9761 1740
Follow bushland and forest walks
The rich floral diversity of the south-west Web: bridgetown.com.au.
to discover a myriad of orchid and
corner comes to life in this annual show that
wildflower species that thrive in the Margaret River Region –
features individual specimens, beautiful
region. Go back in time as you wander Wildflower and Orchid Season
orchid displays and massed bowls of
beneath the towering karri, jarrah, Celebration and Tours
flowers.
marri and tuart trees of ancient forests. Specialist guided tour date to be advise,
Festival of Country Gardens please contact the Cave.
Cool and peaceful picnic areas along Balingup, Bridgetown, Manjimup Open: Caves open from 9.00am to 5.00pm
the way encourage you to take a break and Nannup (Wildflower tour times TBA).
before marvelling at the rich natural Autumn Delights – Friday 30 April and
Bookings essential - (08) 9757 7411 or
environment and unique heritage of Sunday 2 May 2010
caveworks@margaretriver.com
the region’s many national parks. Prelude – Friday 8 - Sunday 10
October 2010 Location: Lake and Mammoth Caves,
On the spectacular western Main Festival – Wednesday 3 November - Caves Road (20 minutes South of Augusta).
coastline from Cape Leeuwin Sunday 7 November 2010
to Cape Naturaliste, discover Tel: (08) 9764 1111
unspoilt beaches washed by the Web: countrygardens.com.au
waters of the Indian Ocean.
Amberley Estate, near Yallingup.
1 Jarrahdale and the with various walking trails from Wellington

Serpentine National Park Dam in Wellington National Park that offer
South Western Highway views over the Collie River. The scenic drive
Features: Take a trip to the heritage listed close to town or Mornington Mills Road out
town of Jarrahdale where you can enjoy the to the historic settlement of Worsley,
many walk and hike trails or join guided present wonderful wildflower drives.
walks held on weekends. Continue to Collie Visitor Centre has more details.
Serpentine Falls and Serpentine Dam Flora: Blue Lechenaultia, white Clematis,
through the Darling Range for spectacular coral vine, wattles, morning iris, purple
scenery of jarrah forests and water features. enamel orchids, kangaroo paws,
Flora: Wattle, kangaroo paws, Hakea, milkmaids, Hovea and cowslip orchids.
Quandong fruit.
Hardenbergia, Chorizema, Verticordia
5 Boyup Brook
and orchids.
Travel south on Collie Preston Road
2 Dwellingup and the Scarp Features: Many orchid varieties are to be
found in the town reserves and surrounding
Road Oakley Dam
areas of the district. Contact the visitor
Depart Jarrahdale along Kingsbury Road,
centre for up-to-date information.
rejoin South Western Highway to North
Dandalup, left onto Del Park Road Flora: A spectacular wildflower area that
Features: At Dwellingup visit the Forest includes Thomasia, Daviesia, Hibbertia,
Heritage Centre and its Australian School of Bossiaea linophylla, Pimeleas, blue
Fine Wood. Contact the Dwellingup History Lechenaultia as well as painted lady,
and Visitor Information Centre for the best sundew, basket and curry flower.
places to see beautiful wildflowers.
6 Balingup
Flora: Blue squill, tiny star and donkey Travel towards Greenbushes to Balingup
orchids, golden Dryandra, sea-urchin
Features: Golden Valley Tree Park has a
Hakeas, yellow and pink Verticordias,
section of rare WA trees flowering over the
red bottlebrush and orange/lemon
whole year including mid-summer and the
scented Darwinia.
Racecourse Reserve has a profusion of late
winter/early summer wildflowers.
3 Harvey
South Western Highway Flora: Woody Pear, Golden Shower,
Features: Wildflower picnic sites and Clematis and Yellow Buttercups at the
Hoffman’s Mill are all near Harvey, offering reserve; interesting WA flowering trees at
bush walking through jarrah country. One the arboretum.
of the world’s greatest trails, the Bibbulmun
Track, passes through the region. 7 Bridgetown
Travel south on the South Western Highway
Flora: Grass trees, Acacia, kangaroo
Features: In the jarrah/marri forests
paws, Hakea, Hardenbergia and orchids.
surrounding the town, there are several
walk trails where orchids and kangaroo
4 Collie
paws abound.
South Western Highway via
Coalfields Highway Flora: Wattles, buttercups and Bossiaeas,
Features: There are several picturesque Hakea, the blue native wisteria, native
Karri trees, near Denmark.
drives in the surrounding jarrah forest, bluebells, Dampiera and the orange/red
peas (Kennedia).
Jarrahland Trail
Must see and do
- View the amazing corals and marine life from Busselton Jetty
Underwater Observatory (currently under construction as of
March 2010)
- Go wine tasting
- Taste a variety of fresh local produce including cheese,
Lilac hibiscus.
chocolate and fudge
- Climb the Diamond Tree near Manjimup
- Browse extensive local galleries
- Go land-based whale and dolphin watching (June to December)
- Cycle the Munda Biddi Bike Trail
- See the friendly dolphins of Koombana Bay on a boat cruise
8 Manjimup
South Western Highway
Features: Travel through Karri Forrest to the Four
Aces and One Tree Bridge area, 23km west of
Manjimup. Travel 3km east of Manjimup to the
King Jarrah tree, estimated to be 600 years old,
where there is a signposted walk trail.
Flora: A profusion of sarsaparilla, coral vine, holly
flame pea, morning iris and Lomandra pauciflora -
a grass-like plant with small cream bell-shaped
flowers.
9 Pemberton
Travel South Western and Vasse Highways
Features: The town is adjacent to the Gloucester
National Park (entry fee applies). Enjoy one of
several walk trails, beginning at the famous
Gloucester Tree or take a leisurely drive to discover
the park’s prolific birdlife. Visit The Cascades,
100 Year Forest and drive the Rainbow Trail.
When passing through Pemberton, visit Botanica
Gallery which displays works from a range of
artists who documented the subject of Western
Australia’s unique and diverse native flora and
fauna, with scientifically accurate and visually
appealing works of art.
Open 10am - 4.30pm daily, except Tuesdays.
Flora: Karri trees with Kennedia, tree Hovea,
orchids, coral vine and Clematis.
10 Northcliffe
Travel south on Pemberton Northcliffe Road
Features: Travel via Great Forest Trees Drive and
Snake Gully Boardwalk to Northcliffe Forest Park
which is famous for its hollow butt and twin karri
trees. The rare Queen of Sheba orchid can be
seen at the granite outcrop of Mount Chudalup.
Flora: Crowea and Hovea intertwine with the
unique karri pea flower, and yellow Hibbertia and
red Kennedia are visible on the forest floor.
For forests,
wildflowers and
stunning coastal
scenery,
Bell-fruited mallee. Cranbrook Bell.
11 Windy Harbour 14 Nannup

Travel south on Wheatley Coast Road Travel north west on Vasse Highway and
to Windy Harbour Road Brockman Highway
Features: D’Entrecasteaux National Park Features: The Kondil Recreation Park at
(entry fee applies) and the Tookalup Nannup offers an easy walking trail through
Lookout. There is a spectacular 6km wildflowers. St John Brook Conservation
coastal drive to Point D’Entrecasteaux Park is also ideal for spotting wildflowers
which has an access friendly cliff top walk, and provide popular swimming areas.
providing grand views of the coastal
you should vegetation.
Flora: Hibbertia, purple flags, Acacia, an
interesting range of trees including jarrah,
see us now!
Flora: Wisteria, coral vine, Clematis, shark marri, sheoak and Banksia.
tooth Acacia, buttercup and Melaleuca can
be seen around Tookalup Lookout. 15 Scott National Park
With an abundance of restaurants, cafes, Take Brockman Highway from Nannup, then
wineries and shopping opportunities, the 12 Warren National Park left into Scott River Road
cosmopolitan city of Bunbury is your ideal Head north towards Pemberton, then left into
Features: This park is home to one of the
starting point to explore our region’s many Old Vasse Road world’s most diverse collections of
natural wonders. As well as enjoying easy Features: Experience dramatic views of cordrushes. This park is only accessible by
access to magnificent wildflower displays, the Warren River while on the Heartbreak foot or boat.
you can also experience our unique tuart and Maidenbush Trails. At the Dave Evans
Flora: Swamp bottlebrush and the superb
forest and coastal eco systems including Bicentennial Tree visitors can relax with a
climbing triggerplant.
friendly dolphins. picnic or the more adventurous visitor can
Accommodation and tours are a breeze climb the tree. An entry fee applies at
16 Cape Leeuwin (near Augusta),
with our Visitor Centre’s free booking Warren National Park.
Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park
service. The Centre can also advise you of Flora: Magnificent stands of virgin karri Take Bussell Highway to Augusta and follow the
the best wildflower viewing locations. forest with wisteria, coral vine and Clematis. main road through to the Cape Leeuwin
Lighthouse, then Skippy Rock Road
Freecall: 1800 BUNBURY 13 Beedelup National Park scenic drive.
www.visitbunbury.com.au 22km west of Pemberton on the
Features: Take a captivating walk along
Vasse Highway
Tel: 08 9792 7205 the southern end of the Cape to Cape Track
Features: Famous for its beauty of
Email: welcome@bunbury.wa.gov.au which starts at Cape Leeuwin, the dramatic
majestic karri trees, this park’s understory
meeting point of the Southern and Indian
COB011
Bunbury Visitor Centre is lush and the atmosphere damp and often
oceans. This trail is filled with spectacular
Carmody Place Bunbury WA 6230 misty. Walk along Beedelup Falls Trail to
coastal scenery, fascinating geology and
view the beautiful falls, which are in full flow
sensational wildflowers and orchids
during winter and spring. Enjoy the views
(especially in spring). Venture further north
from many natural lookouts or take a walk
to admire the majestic karri trees in the
on the suspension bridge. An entry fee
Boranup Forest and the intricate formations
applies at Beedelup National Park.
of close by Jewel Cave.
Flora: An interesting range of trees
Flora: Discover over 20 different species of
including karri, jarrah, marri, sheoak,
orchids including the Augusta Bee orchid
Banksia and snotty gobble.
(unique to the region), Funnel Web Spider
Spider smokebush . Red Flowering Gum.
Orchid and Vanilla Orchid. Also see Features: Stop for a picnic at Meelup
climbers and creepers such as coral vine, Beach which is surrounded by beautiful
wisteria, clematis, coastal pimelea and fan natural bushland and scenic walk trails.
flowers (scaevola). Many birds including the honey eaters are
attracted to this area. Continue to Cape
17 Boranup Forest, Leeuwin- Naturaliste Lighthouse, where numerous
Naturaliste National Park walk tracks provide spectacular coastal
Take the Boranup Scenic Drive off Caves views over the ocean and across to
Road, between Augusta and Margaret River Sugarloaf Rock.
Features: Journey through towering Karri Flora: Coastal heath growing on limestone
Forrest and explore some of Australia’s cliffs shaped by strong, salt-laden winds.
most impressive and youngest limestone Features one-sided bottlebrush, Naturaliste
caves that lie beneath the Leeuwin Nancy, Dunsborough spider orchid, Cape
Naturaliste Ridge. Lake Mammoth and spider orchid and Bussells spider orchid.
Cave are easily accessible and close by.
Bottlebrush
Flora: Deep blue karri hovea, trailing 20 Busselton
clematis, yellow cone bushes and Travel east along Bussell Highway towards
patersonia and orchids such as forest Busselton, then south into Queen Elizabeth
mantis, cowslip, common donkey and Ave.
pink fairy. Features: Ambergate Reserve which has
an easy wildflower walk trail with 170 plant
18 Margaret River Walk Trails species in just 70ha.
Various walks can be accessed from the Flora: Blue smokebush, Boronia, wattle,
Bussell Highway and Carters Road. red Grevillea and white myrtle. The
Features: There are several easily Busselton Visitor Centre has a brochure
accessible, pleasant walks central to the for more information.
town of Margaret River, including the
Margaret River Heritage Trails, Rails to 21 Tuart Forest National Park
Trails, and the Carters Road walk trails. Located between Busselton and Bunbury
Maps and signage onsite or stop at the Features: Tuart Forest National Park
visitor centre for more information. protects the largest remaining pure forest of
Flora: A mix of karri and jarrah wildflower tuart in the world. It has the tallest and
species such as hovea, hibbertia, wattles, largest tuart trees, some as high as 33m.
yellow and purple patersonia (or flags), The forest adjoins the Vasse-Wonnerup
flame and brown peas and a diverse range Estuary – an internationally important
of native orchids (in spring) including flying wetland that supports thousands of
duck orchid, king-in-his-carriage and waterbirds. Walk the Possum Night
rattle beaks. Spotlight Trail and visit the Malbup
Bird Hide.
19 Cape Naturaliste, Leeuwin-
The park presents a number of beautiful
Naturaliste National Park
tourist scenic drives.
Continue on Caves Road via Yallingup Boranup State Forest,
to Dunsborough, then onto Cape Naturaliste Flora: See tuart trees that are between Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park.
Road . 300 and 400 years old.
The Bicentennial Tree, Pemberton.
Blue Lady Orchid. Boronia.
22 Bunbury 23 Yalgorup National Park

Rejoin the Bussell Highway, turning left from Travel the Old Coast Road to Preston
Ludlow Road. Follow through to Bunbury Beach Road
(approx 48km) Features: Occupying a narrow strip of
Features: Favoured wildflower locations are coastal land, this park protects 10 lakes,
Manea Park, the tourist rest area, Ocean which harbour a large variety of bird life
Drive and Crooked Brook Forest, located in and amazing thrombilite living fossils.
the Ferguson Valley. Contact the Bunbury The park has several easy walks, and is
Visitor Centre for more wildflower information known for its spectacular variety of
and reports during the season. vegetation and diverse geographical
Flora: Commonly seen varieties include features, towering tuart trees, limestone
buttercups, kangaroo paws, Dampiera, blue ridges and wetlands. It is a paradise for
Hovea, egg and bacon bush, wattle, running birdlovers and wildflower enthusiasts alike.
postman, Hibbertia, pepper and salt bush, Flora: Hibbertia, pink fairy orchids
blue Lobelia, Hakeas, purple tassels, blue and cockies tongue.
Squill, cotton heads, blue Lechenaultia, white
and pink myrtle and beard heath. Return to Perth via Mandurah and
then through the historic port city
Also on display in the region are a variety of Fremantle.
of orchids including cowslip, donkey, green
hood, jug, clubbed spider, white spider,
blue enamel and pink fairy.
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SPECIAL EVENTS Cranbrook Wildflower displays, scenic bushwalks with named
and Art Display species, orchid and wildflower hotspot
Albany Wildflower Festival
Date to be advised, please contact information sheets, fine botanic
Wednesday 22 - Friday 24
(08) 9851 7111. Art Centre, artworks, craft, food and beverages.
September 2010
Old Railway Station, Cranbrook.
St Johns Church Hall, York St, Albany
Situated at the western end of the 1 Sullivan Rock
Open: 9.00am to 6.00pm (Wed-Fri), Stirling Range National Park, Cranbrook Take the Albany Highway south of Perth
Morning tea and light lunches available will provide visitors with a spectacular via Armadale
Tel: (08) 9842 4545 display of wildflowers including orchids Features: Sullivan Rock Trail is a
The exhibition includes: and Banksia and featuring the beautiful
comfortable one hour walk with
Named individual flora specimens Cranbrook Bell.
picturesque rock pool views. The area
(flowering time varies each year, but Kojonup Spring Wildflower Festival forms part of the popular Bibbulmun
usually about 500 - 600 specimens) Friday 24 September - Wednesday 29 Track, a walking trail which extends
including a stunning Orchid display. September 2010. Kojonup Visitor from Mundaring near Perth, to Albany.
A district display, highlighting the Centre, Albany Highway
variation in the flora across the region. Open: 9.00am to 5.00pm Flora: The base of the rock is home
Admission: Fees apply to granite honey-myrtle, tiny cream
A display of home-grown wildflowers.
Tel: (08) 9831 0500 Trymalium masses, eye-catching mauve
The Wildflower Society also likes to add Calytrix and pink and blue Andersonia.
interest to the Exhibition by including Magnificent wildflower displays feature
other displays, which will include a bird more than 400 local species and
2 Crossman Reserve
display and a frog invertebrate display organised bushwalks.
Continue down the Albany Highway
plus lots more. Mount Barker Celebration past Bannister to reach the Reserve
Visit: www.albanygateway.com.au/ of Wildflowers Features: Crossman Reserve is home
details/albany-branch-wildflower- Wednesday 1 September - to a wide range of orchids, including the
society-of-wa.html Thursday 30 October 2010 rattle beaks, which only flower after fire.
Email: albanyherb@dec.wa.gov.au (08) 9851 1770. Banksia Farm,
Pearce St, Mount Barker Flora: Look out for orchids such
Open: Daily 9.30am to 4.30pm as the donkey, jug, star, blue china,
Named orchid displays, photographic rabbit ears, hammer and bird.
View from Bluff Knoll, Stirling Range National Park, near Albany.
3 Woodanilling/Katanning Road Rich colours blend with stunning at the car park or at the Kojonup
Travel south on Albany Highway, then turn scenery to create a trail of contrasts Visitor and Interpretive Centre.
left onto the Woodanilling/Katanning Road and true natural beauty. Flora: A rich diversity of orchid species,
Features: The area abounds in rich including the red-tongued spider, mantis,
Flora: The Boscabel turn-off picnic
vegetation including heath, sheoak clubbed spider, white spider and pink
spot boasts jarrah trees, gravel-loving
thickets and York gum woodland. enamel. Other floral species that abound
plants such as yellow Hibbertias,
here are myrtle, cats paws, Dampiera,
Flora: Yellow wattles, pink and kangaroo paws, Verticordias, white
Lechenaultia, everlastings and parrot bush.
yellow Verticordia, parrot bush, starbush and pea plants.
ground level honeypot Dryandra. 7 Farrar Reserve
5 Australian Bush Heritage Leave the Kojonup Visitor and Interpretive
4 Martup Pool and Boscabel Reserve Centre and take the immediate right
Shady picnic areas are located on the Travel 5km south, left into Cherry Tree Pool off Albany Highway into the Boyup
Albany Highway just 1km south of the Road, continue 11.7km on a sealed road, Brook/Kojonup Road for about 8km
Woodanilling turn-off and another 12km
then onto gravel, left into Mission Road
south, opposite the Boscabel turn-off Features: The Old Railway Dam is home
Features: Bird lovers should keep to numerous water birds, frogs and the
Features: At the first picnic area, take a
their eyes peeled as the reserve long necked tortoise. Outcrops of granite
short walk to Martup Pool, which is
shaded by paperbark trees. Look for is the habitat for some 80 species offer interesting collections of mosses,
several varieties of ducks and water birds of native birds, including the rare lichens, flowers and many orchids.
sheltering in the reeds. crested shrike-tit, the peregrine falcon
Flora: Look out for Kojonup’s floral
and Carnaby’s black cockatoo.
Several species of honeyeaters may also emblem - the red Lechenaultia. Gravel
be seen gathering nectar from Dryandra Flora: Mostly wandoo woodland with areas of the Reserve are home to displays
flowers at the Boscabel turn-off area. open scrubland, Melaleuca thickets, of the bright blue Lechenaultia, the
From tall, shady trees and gently herbs, heaths, sedges and orchids. white candle flowers of the Stackhousia,
numerous orchids as well as four species
dappled woodland areas, journey
6 Myrtle Benn Sanctuary of the brilliant orange Gastrolobium peas.
through the sweeping mountain
Return to Albany Highway, travel towards
vistas of the Stirling and Porongurup 8 Stirling Range National Park
Kojonup. Just before Kojonup, turn right
Ranges, and on down to the into Robinson Road which leads to Soldier Travel south to Cranbrook, then east on
spectacular southern coastline. Road, then right into Tunney Road Salt River Road. Continue right onto Red
Features: The Sanctuary offers nine Gum Pass Road and Stirling Range Drive
You’ll marvel at the vibrant contrast
of natural colours among the rich wonderful walking trails, where you Features: Unique and abundant
can catch a glimpse of various birds wildflowers, plus the brooding beauty of
and diverse flora along the way.
and small animals. Pick up a map the mountain landscape, makes this park
Native birds like the red-tailed and
white-tailed black cockatoos, peregrine
falcons, emus and blue wrens can Southern Wonders Trail
be observed in their natural habitat, Must see and do
along with kangaroos and wallabies. - Take in the sights and scenery of Torndirrup National Park
- Enjoy a picnic on the Nornalup Inlet, near Walpole
The southern coastal area from
Albany to Walpole is rugged and - Explore the wineries around the Porongurup Range, Mt Barker and Denmark
dramatic. Here you’ll enter cool - Enjoy a wide range of fresh produce including berries and marron
forests of jarrah and marri trees and - Go whale watching from June to September
walk high up amongst the lofty tingle - Learn more facts about whales at Albany’s Whale World
trees that shade the forest floor. - Step out onto the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk
- Banksia Farm, Mt Barker
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or phone 9262 1767 or fax 9262 1735. Your prompt response will be g
Queen of Sheba Orchid. Swamp Bottlebrush. Coneflower.
one of the South West’s popular Entry fees apply at Porongurup

destinations. The pathways and impressive National Park. BANKSIA
cliff faces of the park provide challenges to
bushwalkers, climbers and abseilers.
Flora: Vibrant yellow acacias and FARM
purple hovea. Pearce Street, Mount Barker
Formby South Road towards Mount Trio is TEL:(08) 9851 1770
a favourite spot for wildflowers, as is the Visit Banksis Farm Botanic Gardens in Mt
March 1 - June 30 5 acre scenic
trail around Bluff Knoll. The Stirling Range Barker, the world’s only complete collection Open: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Monday – Friday wildflower garden.
Retreat has details of guided wildflower or of Banksias. A thriving eco system with All 78 banksia
August 1 – November 30
orchid bus tours which depart from there. prolific birdlife, frogs and small marsupials. Open: 9.30 - 4.30pm daily and most Dryandra
The park is home to more than 1,500 B&B accommodation ALL year. species.
species of native plants, 87 of which aren’t 10 Twin Creeks OPTiONS (fees apply)
Conservation Reserve Garden Walks • Walk and interpretive talk
found anywhere else in the world. Fully Guided Tours by appointment - ALL year.
Just 3km from the Porongurup Shop
Entry fees apply at Stirling Range Celebration of Wildflowers - Sept 1 - Nov 30
and Tearooms on Knight Road
National Park. Great coffee – tasty light lunches
Features: This 511ha reserve offers and luxurious B&B in our
Flora: Magnificent wildflower displays visitors magnificent views of the stone homestead.
proliferate through the park and include Porongurup and Stirling Ranges, hundreds Email: banksia@comswest.com.au
the Queen of Sheba orchid, mountain of wildflowers - some flowering all year www: banksiafarm.com.au
bells, Banksias and Dryandras. round, eighty bird species and a diverse
range of other fauna.
9 Porongurup National Park
11 Albany and Torndirrup
Travel south on Chester Pass Road Flora: Look for the many orchid
to Porongurup Road and Tourist species proliferating in the spring, National Park
and the resident wedge-tailed eagle Travel south of Albany on
Route 252, turn right and enjoy the
family. Visit the wetlands in winter for Frenchman Bay Road
many wilderness walks or drives
travelling west to Mount Barker another unforgettable surprise. Main Features: A well signposted circular
entry and enquiries at Porongurup walk at Stony Hill meanders past granite
Features: Pathways lead through marri,
Shop and Tearooms. outcrops.
jarrah and karri forest to reach the summits
of weathered granite domes. From here For great wildflower photo opportunities,
there are panoramic views of the coastline, stroll on the well-established paths and
nearby Stirling Range, surrounding boardwalks at the Windfarm in
farmland and vineyards. View the majestic Stirling Range Retreat Sandpatch.
granite domes and sweeping views of the The powerful Southern Ocean has
Porongurup Range, covered by giant karri sculptured spectacular coastal features
trees. Early in 2007 a bushfire passed ❐ Approved Signed known as “The Gap” and the “Natural Date
through a section of the park, so visitors Bridge” along Torndirrup National Park’s
will see the park’s regeneration. ❐ Changes required buffeted coastline. Windswept Banksias
Numerous signed walk trails lead to Secluded accommodation. lie inland from granite headlands,
Sites with sunset & mountain views
spectacular lookouts. Animals found here limestone cliffs, sandy slopes and
Queen of Sheba Tour 9am, 15 - 31 Aug ($30)
include wallabies, the yellow-footed beaches.
Wildflower & Orchid Bus Tour ($45)
antechinus, the southern brown bandicoot departing 9am daily, 1 Sept - 31 Oct
Flora: Pink Pimelea ferruginea and
(quenda) and grey kangaroos. Birdwalks ($20) from Mid Sept - 31 Oct
Pimilea rosea, blue Scaevola nitida,
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can be seen including the rare red-eared Judges written comment “a highly commendable conservation
based facility, with strengths in interpretation, education
petalled flower of the sticky tailflower
firetail finch. and conservation.” with its distinctive perfume are
Phone: (08) 9827 9229 Fax: (08) 9827 9224 abundant in the heartlands in spring.
8639 Chester Pass Road (near Bluff Knoll Road)
info@stirlingrange.com.au • www.stirlingrange.com.au
2007 Western Australian Wildflower Ho
Approval Sheet
Please check the proof below carefully and if all ok please email or fax you
If alterations are required please email Peter.Carwardine@westernaustralia
or phone 9262 1767 or fax 9262 1735. Your prompt response will be greatly
Bibbulmun Track near Denmark. Lemann’s Banksia.
12 West Cape Howe National Park The white blossoms of the sticky tailflower
Travel west towards Denmark can be found on the rugged and rocky
Porongurup Road, Porongurup WA 6324
Features: Shelley Beach is a popular spot coastline of this scenic southern area.
Nestled in extensive gardens, historic Karribank
and can be reached by a scenic gravel road. Flora: Dense scrub dominates the has wonderful vistas to the Porongurup
National Park and is central to
Flora: The rich and abundant coastal vegetation here, with a thick covering flora & fauna walks and most local attractions.
heath of this area is home to Banksia, of Dryandra and peppermints. Choose from beautifully restored
Dryandra, Hakea and plants from the historic rooms with spas or standard chalets.
Delicious food, local wines.
Myrtaceae family. The area is also a habitat 15 Valley of the Giants
Phone (08) 9853 1022
for the insect trapping Albany pitcher plant. - Tree Top Walk Web www.karribank.com.au
You’ll also find many varieties of orchids Journey further west to reach this
at Ocean Beach, south of Denmark. legendary area
Features: Discover WA’s famous forest of
13 Mt Lindesay National Park gigantic tingle trees which can be seen in the
From Denmark travel north on Scotsdale Road forests surrounding the 420m long Tree Top
then turn right onto Mt Lindesay Road Walk. This spectacular lightweight bridge,
Features: North of Denmark along the a world-renowned attraction, soars gently
Scotsdale Road is Mount Lindesay. A upwards, 40m into the tingle foliage, before
spectacular 9km walking track climbs descending to the Ancient Empire Walk.
through profuse wildflowers into granite
Take time to do a picturesque drive through
domes to give you sweeping views across
the Walpole-Nornalup National Park.
the Wilson Inlet, Bennet Range, Mt Frankland,
Walpole Wilderness and Porongorups. Entry fees apply at Valley of the
Giants Tree Top Walk.
Flora: Tree Hovea, Acacia
and numerous orchids. Flora: In season, the forest is ablaze with
Crowea, orchids, purple native hovea,
14 William Bay National Park wisteria and green kangaroo paw.
Approximately 15km west of Denmark From here, return to Perth, or
Features: This park, protecting a stunning join the Jarrahland Trail found
coastline and forest, is renowned for its on page 13.
windswept granite rocks, which have
a striking primeval appearance. Inside
the reef, sheltered pools, channels and
granite terraces create a fascinating ❐ Approved Signed D
seascape for beachcombing.
❐ Changes required
Farmland near Bridgetown.
Pink Boronia.
Cullens Wines, Margaret River.
Wave Rock, Hyden.
WAVE ROCK TRAIL

The central wheatbelt area is a wonder
waiting to be enjoyed. Its massive granite Wave Rock Trail
outcrops with spectacular views, charming Must see and do
country towns, unique rock formations and
changing landscapes are well worth the visit. - Visit the York Motor Museum
You will find numerous nature reserves - Pack a picnic and visit the bird watching
with walk trails, that are rich in flora paradise Roe Dam, near Narembeen
and also fauna. - Drive the 35km Old Prospector’s Trail starting in Narembeen
A highlight is one of Australia’s most - Discover Hyden’s Wildlife Park and other town attractions
famous landforms - Wave Rock. Situated - Visit the Corrigin and Bruce Rock Pioneer Museums
just near the town of Hyden, and at 15m - Explore the Macrocarpa Trail, 1km west of Kulin
high and more than 100m long, Wave Rock
- Pick your favorite horse along the 20km Tin Horse Highway, Kulin
looks like a giant surf wave of multicoloured
granite about to crash onto the bush below.
1 York Flora: Orchids amid the tea trees,
Take the Great Southern Highway sheoaks, sandalwood, Verticordias,
east to York Dampiera, Banksia, Acacias, Hakeas,
quongdongs, orchids and poker
Features: First settled in 1831, the
Grevillea. Also visit the small town of
historically significant town of York was Babakin, where the rare underground
WA’s first inland settlement. Drop into the York orchid is a challenge to find.
Visitor Centre, located in the historic town
hall, to pick up a local wildflower brochure 4 Narembeen
for directions to Wallaby Hills Reserve, St Travel 38km south east from Bruce Rock
Ronan’s Reserve and Mokine Reserve. Features: Wadderin Wildlife Reserve is
located 8km north of town. Mt Walker Rock is
Flora: An impressive variety including
pygmy sundew, yellow Hibbertia, rosy found on the Hyden Road which heads east
cheeked donkey orchids, climbing from Narembeen.
fringed lily, mouse ears and Damperia. Flora: Donkey orchids, cowslips,
Queen of Sheba orchid.
2 Quairading
Travel 68km east from York 5 Hyden
Features: A 572ha Community Reserve, Travel 87km east on Mt Walker Road,
offering walk trails, has been set aside then south to Hyden Couple in wildflowers, near Hyden.
for conservation and environmental studies.
Features: Visit the famous Wave Rock
An excellent example of a rock or nearby Mulka’s Cave, The Humps and
water catchment can be found at Hippo’s Yawn. Here you will find bird life
Toapin Weir, built in 1912. in abundance and native fauna which are
Flora: A wide variety of wildflowers, easy to spot at dusk. Enjoy the spectacular
including some declared and priority sunsets from the top of Wave Rock after a
species of Lamiaceae shrubs, Acacias, day of exploring the breathtaking wildflowers.
Hakeas, rubiaceae, and Proteaceae.
The rare Banksia cuneata flower can be Flora: Over 2,500 varieties grow in the Wave
found from September to October. Rock area. Orchids found around Wave Rock
include ant, bee, blue sun, candy, china,
3 Bruce Rock cowslip, dragon, donkey, spider, yellow
Travel east 77km from Quairading and sun. Granite outcrops are scattered
Features: Travel to Kokerbin Rock, throughout the area. Surrounding these
45km west of Bruce Rock. Enjoy rocks are stands of Verticordi, Banksia, mulla
impressive views, picnic spots, mulla, Grevillea, sheoaks, salmon gum,
rock formations and caves. moral, borree gimlet and mallee trees.
One-sided bottlebrush.
Tin Horse Highway, near Kulin.
From Hyden it is possible to travel Flora: Hakeas, Grevilleas, pink

the Granite and Woodlands Discovery boronia, Isopogon, several varieties
Trail through to Norseman (or in reverse if of Verticordia, numerous orchids,
you are traveling from the Eastern States). Eucalyptus macrocarpa, Melaleucas,
6 Kondinin Hibbertia, Dryandra, thyanotus fringed
From Hyden travel 59km west to Kondinin
lily and gastrolobium spinosum.
Features: Visit Yeerakine Rock and 8 Corrigin

the 50ha Kondinin Bushwalk Trail. Travel 62km north west from Kulin
Flora: A diverse range of flora including Features: Local attractions include
Eucayptus Buds and Fruit. Eucalyptus kondininensis (blackbutt). Gorge Rock, Dog Cemetery
and Wildflower Drive.
7 Kulin
23km south west from Kondinin
Flora: Red toothbrush Grevillea,
one-sided bottlebrush, cauliflower
Features: Collect a wildflower brochure
Verticordia, fringed mantis orchid,
at Kulin Shire Council or the service
wild foxglove, Calytrix brachyphlla,
station for directions to Hopkins Nature
pop flower and trigger plants.
Reserve, Jilakin Lake, Rock Reserve
and Buckley’s Breakaway. You will also Return to Perth via Brookton.
travel part of the Tin Horse Highway.
Ravensthorpe Museum.
Southern Cross.
Bay of Isles, Esperance. Caley’s Banksia.
ESPERANCE TRAIL
SPECIAL EVENTS 2 Dryandra Woodlands
54km south west of Pingelly Discover Woody Island
Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show
Sat 11 - Sat 25 September 2010 Features: The 27,000ha Dryandra and the Bay of Isles
Senior Citizens Hall, Morgans St, Woodlands is a haven for wildlife and also
Ravensthorpe. Open 7 days: 9.00am to features an abundance of plant life.
4.00pm. Admission: Adults $3, children Flora: Golden dryandra, prickly
free. Tel: (08) 9838 1277 or (08) 9838 5049 Lambertia, purple tangled Grevillea,
www.wildflowersravensthorpe.org.au pink and lemon rainbows (Drosera)
Esperance Wildflower Festival and a profusion of orchids.
Wednesday 8 - Sunday 12 Sept 2010
Anglican Parish Centre, Andrew St, 3 Narrogin
Esperance. Open: Daily 9.00am to 197km south east of Perth
Features: Take a walk around the base Over 130 identified native specimens
5.00pm. Admission: Gold coin donation Day trips and overnight accommodation available
Tel: (08) 9083 1555 of Yilliminning Rock and discover the Access via scenic wildlife cruise
many orchids that grow around the area View seals, dolphins and sea eagles
Ongerup Wildflower Display
or enjoy the walk trails in Foxes Lair.
Monday 13 Sept - Sunday 3 Oct 2010 71 The Esplanade, Esperance • (08) 9071 5757
info@woodyisland.com.au • www.woodyisland.com.au
Ongerup and Needilup District Museum Flora: Spider, rabbit, cowslips and donkey
Open: Daily 9.00am to 4.00pm orchids. The surrounding reserves are a
great place to look for other wildflowers. south on the Rabbit Proof Fence Road
Admission: Adults $3, children free The nearby Cape Le Grand National Park
Tel: (08) 9828 2282 or 0428 282 282 will also present nature lovers with an
4 Harrismith
Travel east on Yilliminning Road unforgettable opportunity to experience one
1 Boyagin Rock
of WA’s most pristine coastal environments.
From Perth head to Brookton (via Features: Drive south of town out to
In the Fitzgerald River National Park, nearly
Albany Highway, Brookton Highway the old Harrismith airstrip, or explore
20 per cent of the State’s plant species can
and the Great Southern Highway) the Harrismith wildflower walk trail,
be found and it is popular for bird and
Features: Travel 10km past Brookton which starts at the Oasis Hotel.
whale watching. Wildflowers are generally
and turn west to Boyagin Rock. The
Flora: Dryandras, Banksias, Verticordias, blooming until the end of October.
reserve provides a picnic area with a
Grevilleas, Isopogons, Petrophiles,
magnificent backdrop of wildflowers. Features: Travel 10km past Brookton and
Eucalyptus and Calothamnus.
Flora: Range of orchid, Dryandra, turn west to Boyagin Rock. The reserve
Drummond’s gum, Grevillea, Kunzea, Hakea, 5 Kukerin – Tarin Rock provides a picnic area. Then east along the
Isopogon, Petrophile, Leucopogon and Dumbleyung - Lake Grace Road to Kukerin.
Nature Reserve
Hibbertia. Travel east on Stock Route Road, head
Esperance Trail
Must see and do
- Walk the Moorambine Heritage
Features: Just past Kukerin is the trees, wax flowers and many species of Trail, Pingelly
Tarin Rock Nature Reserve. One wattles. Mid-spring the Dampiera and - Enjoy the scenic drive down Magdhaba
species of particular interest in this Lechenaultia colour the road verges Track to Roe Hill lookout, Lake King
area is the compass bush – named along with a host of other varieties. - Look out for whales, seals and dolphins
because of the fact that it always Later the verticordias, cyanostegia, on a cruise of the Recherche Archipelago
grows in the same direction. adenanthus and the lachnostachys
- Take in the stunning coastal scenery of
are some of the many beautiful
Flora: Lechenaultia, native foxglove, Cape Le Grand National Park
species to be found in the area.
cats paw, mallees, honeymyrtles and - Take the 40km Great Ocean Drive
Dampiera. In October, watch out for 7 Peak Charles National Park from Esperance
Leave the Lake King-Norseman Road - Go fishing, windsurfing or walking
the delightful purple and gold flower
about 150km east of Lake King to find a around Hopetoun
of the Queen of Sheba orchid.
bush camp at Peak Charles National Park - Explore early settlement areas along
6 Greater Lake Grace Area – Features: This ancient granite peak the Williams Heritage Trail
Lake King Road, Emu Rock and it’s companion Peak Eleanora - Learn about sheep shearing at the
and Old Water Tanks provide visitors with superb views
Williams Woolshed.
of the dry sandplain heaths and salt
325kms south east of Perth – approx (Group bookings only)
lake systems. Continue on to Salmon
175kms on the main route from Perth to
Gums or visit Helms Arboretum,
Esperance lies in the Shire of Lake Grace –
located 18km north of Esperance.
Enjoy the many species of spectacular
Flora: In the Peak Charles National
wildflowers to be seen on the road
Park, search out the unique tuberous
verges. From Lake King you can also
rooted one-sided bottlebrush.
head 30km directly east on the Lake King
Norseman Rd to the Rabbit Proof Fence. 8 Cape Le Grand National Park
Features: Rifle Range Hill (5km east of 60km east of Esperance
Lake Grace), Holland Track (traverses Features: Wild coastal scenery, rugged Stay in the
the Lake Grace Newdegate Rd), Roe granite peaks and sweeping heathlands Fitzgerald River National Park
Heritage Trail (23km south of Lake King) characterise this park. Look for wildlife
& Maghaba Track and the Rabbit Proof such as pygmy honey possums, Your perfect gateway to see the wildflowers
Fence (30km east of Lake King). bandicoots and mobs of grey kangaroo. and the whales at Point Ann
Discover the only botanical walk in the Fitz.
Where the soil has been disturbed in Flora: There is an abundance of Qualup Bell, Royal Hakea, birds and wildlife on
previous years our larger than average coastal wildflowers including Banksia 40 acres surrounded by the Park,
speciosa and Banksia pulchella. Close to West Mt Barren and Gairdner River
nature reserves and road reserves provide
Variety of walks through most
a wonderfully diverse array of wildflowers diverse Flora of WA
9 Stokes Inlet National Park
from August right through to late November. s/c ensuite units, chalet and camping
The Park is about 80km west of
Flora: Early varieties include many species Esperance on the Ravensthorpe Road Ph: (08)98374124 email: richelmann@web.de
of orchid, Sundews, Hakea, Grevillia, tea web:www.whalesandwildflowers.com.au
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Fitzgerald River National Park
The Esperance Visitor Centre Features: Within 3km of Fitzgerald gum, pincushion Hakea, woolly Banksia,
has further information. River National Park’s entry (admission possum Banksia and Grevillea macrostylis,
Flora: Yate, swamp yate, paperbarks fee applies) you’ll discover dramatic four-winged mallee, Barrens Regelia,
and bell-fruited mallee. headlands with 180 degree views of the Isopogen, several Verticordia, orchids,
coastline and the park. There is a walk tinsel lily, red kangaroo paw, fringed lily,
10 Monjingup Lake Reserve trail and lookout at East Mount Barren painted lady and oak - leaved Dryandra.
10km West of Esperance and Sepulcralis Hill. Visit The Southern
Ocean Discovery Centre at The Deck in 13 Quaalup
Features: Monjingup Lake Reserve Hopetoun (small admission fee applies). Travel via Hamersley Drive back to the South
is only 10kms from the Esperance Coast Highway. Head west, then right into
township and home to a diverse species Quiss Road and Pabelup Drive into the
of flora and native birds. Enjoy beautiful western side of Fitzgerald River National Park
bushlands and lakes dotting the coastal
landscape, walk trails and picnic facilities. Features: Regular stops on Pabelup
Drive are recommended. There are
Flora: Blue Mallee, Red Kangaroo walks at Twertup Field Study Centre.
Paw, Christmas Tree, Showy Banksia, Travel into Point Ann for whale watching
Pincushion Hakea, Four Winged Mallee. (July to November) and then on to West
11 Ravensthorpe Range Mount Barren for spectacular coastal and
10km east of Ravensthorpe inland views. The Park is gazetted as a
UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. For a
Features: Drop by the Ravensthorpe
unique experience, stay at the heritage
Visitor Centre for information on local
listed Quaalup Homestead Wilderness
scenic drives and attractions in the
Retreat, situated in the heart of the Park.
area. The town is located amid stately
Nearby Bremer Bay is also worth a visit.
salmon gums. Travel to the Archer
Drive and Ethel Daw Lookouts. Flora: The 1,800 species include
the unique curly grass, Qualup bell
Flora: Look out for Ravensthorpe
(Pimelea physodes), royal Hakea,
bottlebrush, nodding Banksia, Beaufortia,
pincushion Hakea, Baxters Banksia,
blue Scaveola, Lechenaultia, one-sided
cauliflower Hakea, Ashby’s Hakea,
bottlebrush, Verticordia grandiflora, claw
coneflowers, starflower, smokebushes
featherflower, everlastings, Qualup bell
and numerous orchids.
and Dryandra, and poached Dampiera.
Flora: This area is world famous for Royal From here, it is a five hour return to Perth or
12 Fitzgerald River National Park
Hakeas (Hakea Victoria) with its colourful you may continue on your journey along the
From Ravensthorpe, journey to Hopetoun Southern Wonders Trail. Details on page 19.
veined leafy bracts and stature of up to
and then west along Hamersley Drive to
3m. Qualup Bell, Sepulcralis, Weeping
see one of the most flora rich areas in WA.
Shire of Lake Grace

A Wonderland of Wheatbelt Wildflowers!
Drive the Holland Track!
Lechenaultia Formosa Roadside wildflowers Catspaw

Blue Lechenaultia
Information on Lake Grace Shire Visitor or
wildflowers, maps Information Centre Shire of Lake Grace
& brochures: Stubbs St Lake Grace Phone 9890 2500
Phone 9865 2140 Email lgvisitorscentre@westnet.com.au
Antony Gormley Statues, Lake Ballard.
GOLDFIELDS TRAIL
From Perth, journey via Merredin and to 1 Merredin Features: Discover a variety of
Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Through Eucalypt Travel 257km east of Perth wildflowers in this 806ha reserve made
woodlands and sand plains, the past is Features: Call into the Central up of interesting granite outcrops and
ever-present in the landscape creating Wheatbelt Visitor Centre for the latest pools set in scrub and bushland. Look
the character that many believe is at the wildflower information and drives. for purple peacock beetles here.
heartland of Australia - the Outback. Flora: Silver mallee grow in the Reserve.
Morning wildflower coach tours
operate in season, and an evening Stop in Southern Cross (at the roadhouse
While towns and settlements here have
town tour operates every day. or shire office) on your way through
been shaped by both history and
and pick up a leaflet showing walking
fanciful legends of the gold rush, the Enjoy the Merredin Peak, Tamma
trails and wildflowers of the Yilgarn.
harsh and unforgiving environment is Parkland , and Totadgin Conservation
constantly softened by the natural and Parks bush walks. The area has a 3 Boorabbin Rock
recurring beauty of its wildflowers, trees diverse range of flora suited to granite Take the Great Eastern Highway to
and plant life. outcrops, sand plains and salt lake Boorabbin Rock, at the eastern end
Venture north of Kalgoorlie to small country which all surround Merredin. of Boorabbin National Park
towns, heritage dams and even ghost Flora: Verticordia, cricket ball Hakea, Features: The water reserve here is a
towns whose time has come and gone wattle, a variety of orchid species, fascinating example of hand-built dams,
leaving strong reminders of a pioneering everlastings and salmon gum woodland. aquaducts and catchment areas that
and determined spirit. Visit wheatbelttourism.com for a list provided water for steam trains and for the
Against the backdrop of history, of 980 species found in the area. early colonial settlements. See the remains
take the journey slowly, stopping to of the Number 8 Pump Station where
2 Sandford Rocks Nature Reserve water was once pumped from Mundaring,
appreciate the changing scenery
From the Great Eastern Highway, turn east of Perth, to Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
and the spectacular seasonal
off at Carrabin Westonia Road, head
displays of wonderful wildflowers. Flora: The increase in soil moisture around
to Westonia then take Booderrockin
the base of Boorabbin Rock brings a
Road and continue 10km north-east of
diversity of plant life here, and the rare
Westonia townsite to find the Reserve
granite rock poison plant with its reticulated
leaf is visible near the aquaducts.
Barren’s clawflower. Lizard on East Mount Barren.
Firebush, a low purple flowering shrub Kalgoorlie-Boulder requires time for

with hairy leaves, is common in the sightseeing. Include Karlkurla Bushland
area, as is the Goldfields York gum with Park and visit the Department of
Goldfields Trail
its smooth, bronze-coloured bark. Environment and Conservation Arboretum
Must see and do
to see a range of Goldfields trees.
4 Caenyia Rock - Visit the Merredin Museum and
Turn north 1km west of the Bullubulling Flora: Between Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie,
in the Eucalypt area, 15 different species historic Cummins Theatre
Rock Hotel. Accessible by four wheel drive
can be found. Beautiful gimlet and salmon - Visit the Coolgardie Exhibition Museum
vehicles only
gums are common with their bark varying - Take in superb views of Kalgoorlie
Features: Notice the sudden environment
in colour from rich dark copper to pale pink. and learn about the CY O’Connor
change from Eucalypt to heathland at
water pipeline from Mt Charlotte
Caenyia Rock. The Banksia variety found 6 Goongarrie Siding
here, known as swordfish Banksia, was first - See the 51 Antony Gormley sculptures
and Comet Vale
discovered by the Elder Expedition in 1891. at Lake Ballard, Menzies
Heading north of Kalgoorlie-Boulder
- Look out for local birdlife at
Flora: Grass trees and swordfish Banksia. Features: Goongarrie Siding 90kms
Malcolm Dam, Leonora
north of Kalgoorlie is salt lake country
5 Kalgoorlie-Boulder to the east and Comet Vale features
- Drive the Golden Quest Discovery
Continue east on Great Eastern trail north of Kalgoorlie
red sand and spinefex country
Highway, through Coolgardie - Visit the Leonora Gwalia Museum
flora which flower Nov-Dec.
Features: With its gold-mining history, - Pan for gold at the Propectors and
adventurous character and legendary Flora: Look out for the tree Grevillea
Miners Hall of Fame, Kalgoorlie
tales of fortunes made and lost, Juncifolia and its large bright orange
flowers at this time of year.
Edwards Point, Fitzgerald River National Park.
Banksia Grandis.
Pink and Grey Galahs.
7 Menzies Heritage Listed Niagara dam has worth visiting. Recommended camping,
Travel The Goldfields Highway to Menzies, the two walk trails with some amazing however no facilities.
Jeedamya Flats then off the highway to plant species often in flower. Flora: Subject to good rain fall
Niagara Dam and Kookynie and onto Malcolm Flora: Subject to rain, colourful annul annual wildflowers can be seen
on a good gravel road. everlastings, purple and green mulla throughout the district.
Features: Aprox 35 kms north of Menzies mulla, perennial sennas, eromophilla, Choose one of several interesting
see the sprawling Jeedamya Flats covered hop bush and mulga species. routes back to Perth: via Kalgoorlie-
in a variety of Saltbush and Blue Bush Boulder; via Mt Ida, Lake Ballard and
species. The Kookynie road to Niagara 8 Leonora - Gwalia Coolgardie, Sandstone, Mount Magnet,
Dam and Kookynie is both bitumen and A good gravel road to Malcolm via Kookynie Paynes Find and Wubin; or south to
good gravel road often abounding in and bitumen across to Leonora and Gwalia the coast via Esperance and Albany.
flowering Mulga tree species and perennial Features: Malcolm Dam is home to a good
shrubs. supply of gilgies (yabbies). At Gwalia, the
museum and historical district are well
Outback touring.
Ruins of the Glenfield Homestead, Katrine Heritage Trail, near Toodyay.
GRANITE LOOP TRAIL

SPECIAL EVENTS The journey is a memorable contrast 2 Goomalling
of picturesque farmlands, colossal Travel the Toodyay – Goomalling Road (48km)
4th Annual Wongan Hills - rocky outcrops, vibrant floral displays Features: 15km north of Goomalling, Oak
Reynoldson Reserve Festival
stretching into the distance, tranquil Park Reserve is a particularly attractive
Fri 12 November – Sun 14 November 2010
picnic spots and a profusion of picnic area during spring when wildflowers
Wongan Hills Visitor Centre: (08) 9671 1973 bird and animal life. Be touched by are in abundance. The park supports a
E: wongantourism@westnet.com.au
nature while taking the time to travel variety of wildlife and a distinguishing
Exhibition Opening: through this truly fascinating region. aspect is the presence of gnamma holes
5.00pm Friday: - Wine and Cheese, (holes made by Aboriginal people for
Photography, Arts and Crafts. 1 Toodyay the collection of water in earlier days).
Open all weekend. Devonshire teas, Travel Toodyay Road 85km from Perth
breakfast, live entertainment and stalls. Flora: The rest area adjacent to the
Features: Before reaching Toodyay, Mortlock River (12km before Goomalling)
Reynoldson Reserve and Mt Matilda turn left into Sandplain Road then travel is an attractive stopover for a variety of
guided walks: orchids and Verticordias late in Spring.
along Racecourse Road and Drummondi
Saturday - BYO BBQ and live music at Drive. Stop in the parking area next to the
Mt O’Brien from 5.00pm. 3 Namelcatchem Nature Reserve
racecourse. High on Drummondi Drive
Sunday - Thanksgiving Service with Goomalling – Dowerin
there is a pull over bay. Take a walk and
Community Voices Choir, BYO basket Features: Namelcatchem Nature
discover a delightful display of many Reserve is approximately 10km east
supper or BBQ 7.00pm.
varieties of flowers including everlastings. of Dowerin between Dowerin and
Wyalkatchem. Dowerin is home to
Pelham Reserve in the townsite is a
Experience the striking beauty of Western Australia’s largest regional
rare example of York gum/jam tree
massive granite outcrops rising farming and agricultural shows. While in
woodland and provides a great view of Dowerin, enjoy the Tin Dog Creek Trail
impressively out of the landscape
the town. Toodyay has over 10 parks, to view birds and plants of the area.
that is uniquely Australia’s outback.
drives and reserves for seeing a great Flora: Blue Lechenaultia, grass trees
An abundance of natural vegetation
variety of wildflowers in the area. Call and yellow Dryandra line the route from
is waiting to be discovered around
into the Toodyay Visitor Centre for a Perth. The reserve is a wandoo woodland
these complex rock formations
wildflower map for further information. with many native orchids in season.
where wandoo, salmon gum, dense
honey-myrtle and tea tree thickets 4 Wyalkatchem
Flora: You will find specimens of at least
give way to flowering granite Kunzea 191km north east of Perth
four different kinds of orchids including
with their gnarled shapes.
donkey and cowslip orchids, purple tassel, Features: The rare and endangered native
Marvel at the fascinating gnamma holes Hibbertia, kangaroo paw, trigger plants foxglove is found in the main street flower
developed by Aboriginal people to and more amongst wandoo trees. gardens. Wyalkatchem Reserve, with its
collect precious water. Attempts to keep interesting open heathland, is a good
rabbits from the crops are visible in the location for flowering shrubs.
remains of the Rabbit Proof Fence.
Swan Valley vineyards.
Flora: Wandoo, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca, 7 Talgomine Rock 10 Chiddarcooping

sheoak trees and Verticordias. Talgomine Reserve Road Nature Reserve
Features: This huge granite outcrop 40km round trip from Weira
5 Korrelocking Nature with its two historic pioneer wells
Reserve and Trayning Features: This untouched 5,000 ha granite
was the turning point for airforce
Continue east from Wyalkatchem rock and bushland teems with wildlife is for
training flights during World War II.
Features: The reserve is heavily timbered the enthuisast that doesn’t need tracks and
and contains some of the best Salmon Flora: Look beyond Talgomine Rock for
signage. With 90 bird species and 33 native
Gums to be seen in the Shire. As well as fantastic views of seasonal everlastings.
orchids documented, the creek bed walk
being a sanctuary for grey kangaroos,
echidnas, skinks and other forms of animal 8 Mukinbudin along the Echo Valley rewards visitors with
and bird life indigenous to this part of Travel north via Cornish Road prolofic wildflower sightings, including the
the wheatbelt, it is also a very popular Features: The Pioneer Botanical Walk and wild form of the silver princess tree.
picnicking place especially during spring rare species garden is a must visit location.
Flora: Swordfish Banksia are found near
when it abounds with wildflowers. Salmon
Flora: A number of local indigenous plants the parking area, and native orchids,
gums, York gums and gimlet can be
found in this open woodland on a walking are found in the rare species garden. Pimelea, pink and yellow everlastings,
trail or see the gnamma holes. Tables,
toilets and parking facilities is provided.
9 Weira Reserve
Travel east on Koorda Road to Weira. Travel Granite Loop Trail
View the Tree Library at Trayning.
Quanta-Cutting Road and Morrison Road Must see and do
Flora: Enamel, china, fairy, spider and
donkey orchids add colour, and pink Features: Sheoak, wattle and - Visit Toodyay’s intriguing Old Gaol
everlastings carpet the ground. hop bushes surround barbecue and Museum
and picnic facilities at Weira. - Take in the stunning country gardens,
6 Billycatting Rock lavender fields and olive groves
The bush trail is an excellent habitat
Yelbeni - Kununoppin of Toodyay
for birds, and native orchids can
Features: Many interesting rock - Step back in time at the School House
be discovered in damp areas.
formations and numerous wildflowers, Museum, Heritage Town Walk and
Flora: Quandong and Hakea trees, Old Railway Station, Goomalling
tracks and facilities can be found
in this 2,500ha reserve. bronze, glossy, twisted gimlets and the - Explore the Tin Dog Creek Walk and
red-flowered mallee with its powdery Bird Hide near Dowerin
Explore the Rock on the white trunk and bright red flowers. - Wyalkatchem’s Agricultural Museum
interpretative walk trail.
showcases over 400 items
Zigzag wattle is common closer to
Flora: Native orchids, hibbertia, - Visit Beacon’s pioneer wells – Tampu
Chiddarcooping Nature Reserve
kunzea and flowering shrubs. and Datjion Wells provide beautiful picnic
spots during wildflower season
- Stroll the 2km Koorda Heritage Trail
Barrel Coneflower. Adenanthos Cuneatus wildflower.
triggerplants and buttercup Hibbertia Features: Kangaroos and bobtail Features: Wongan Hills Nature Reserve
abound on the valley walk. skinks are often seen in the Kuser Road is home to numerous plant species,
area. Dwarf grass trees and many including five rare and numerous
White Lechenaultia offer generous
Pityrodia can be seen around Wialki. species of priority flora in addition to 16
displays amongst desert poplar trees, species of plants unique to the area. It
and the sand plain is a colourful mass of Flora: Purple Cyanostegia augustifolia,
offers naturalists a fantastic opportunity
blue Dampiera, golden flame Grevillea, yellow Glischocaryon and gimlet thicket.
to observe its beauty year round.
yellow snakebush and tea tree.
14 Billiburning Reserve Hike the Mt Matilda Trail or take a leisurely
11 Elachbutting Rock Take North Beacon Road from Beacon, turn drive to Mt O’Brien Lookout which will
left at Kuhl Road, then right into Bimbijy Road reward you with a variety of wildflowers
Travel north east on Elachbutting Road
and spectacular views on the way.
Features: Take the track around this Features: Largest rock outcrop in the
area. Provides excellent opportunities Christmas Rock Walk, adjacent the
gigantic granite outcrop or drive to the
for birdwatchers with good sightings of town site, includes wattles, one-
top for awe-inspiring views. A popular
wedge-tailed eagles, budgerigars, black sided bottlebrush and everlastings.
camping spot, the Rock’s amazingly cockatoos, purple-crowned lorikeets, Late in the year the Reynoldson’s
coloured wave (similar to Wave Rock Major Mitchells and mallee fowl. Reserve, 15km north of the town, is
at Hyden) has a 30m tunnel and an ablaze with wonderful varieties of
Close proximity to Karroun Hill Reserve,
unusual cave-like amphitheatre. a popular picnic and camp spot. Veritcordia. The Visitor Centre conducts
Good rainfall results in pink and white wildflower walks during the season.
Flora: Masses of donkey orchids are
found on the east side, and poverty everlastings carpeting the ground. Flora: Dryandra, Mircocorys, Acacias,
bushes and Kunzea are common on the Flora: One-sided bottlebrush and Hakea and Grevillea, everlastings and
top. Eucalyptus orbifolia, granite rock interesting orchids such as the sun Verticordia, Isopogon, Eucalyptus, orchids,
box (Eucalyptus petraea), wattles, native and yellow spotted donkey varieties. pea flowers and egg and bacon.
grasses and reeds are also plentiful. Return to Perth via Goomalling
15 Mollerin Rocks or Calingiri.
12 Beringbooding Rock Return south, turn right at Kuhl Road.
Take Elachbutting Road, left at Masefield Travel west to Bimbijy Road then left and
Road, left at Rabbit Proof Fence Road, south to Burakin Bonnie Rock Road. Quandong Fruit.
right at Beringbooding Road Continue west turning left at Koorda
Mollerin Road and left again on Kulja
Features: This engineering feat of 1937
Mollerin Road to Mollerin Rocks.
is one of the largest water tanks in the
Features: Wildflowers of countless
southern hemisphere. Look for its amazing
varieties proliferate in the Koorda district,
balancing boulder, a huge gnamma hole with dazzling colour displays along
and indigenous Kalamaia tribe paintings. roadside verges. Many are particularly
Flora: The area is a treasure-trove of flora, well adapted to dry conditions, with
including pink tea tree, Eucalyptus orbifolia, leafless branches, needle-like or
Acacia, Grevillea, Hakea, Eremophila, waxy leaves and deep roots.
quandongs, sandalwood, native orchids, Flora: Koorda rose (Darwinia
granite Kunzea and one-sided bottlebrush. purpurea), tinsel lily (Calectasia
grandiflora) and many orchids.
13 Bonnie Rock, Wialki through
to Beacon Botanical Walk 16 Wongan Hills
Travel to Bonnie Rock, right into Kuser Travel south to Koorda from Mollerin Rocks,
Road then onto Bonnie Rock-Burakin then take the Koorda – Wongan Hills Road
Road, to Wialki and Beacon to the west via Cadoux to Wongan Hills
Greenough Pioneer Museum.
EVERLASTINGS TRAIL
Special Events Chittering Wildflower Show region. The stirring sight of vast displays
Mullewa Wildflower Show Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 September 2010 of massed radiant colour among trees
Sunday 22 August - Bindoon Town Hall and bushland is a common occurrence
Sunday 29 August 2010 Open: 10.00am to 4.00pm on this interesting journey. Wildflower
Mullewa Town Hall Admission: small fee lovers and keen photographers will go
Open: Daily 9.00am to 5.00pm Tel: (08) 9576 1100 home with endless exquisite memories.
Admission: Adults $5 / Pensioners
and Seniors $3 Plenty of attractions including a massed 1 Brand Highway and
wildflower display, around 200 named
Tel: (08) 9961 1500 Indian Ocean Drive
specimens, guided tours, teas and wildlife
www.mullewatourism.com.au From Perth travel the Great Northern
marquee.
More than 200 species of the mid-west Highway and the Brand Highway.
region’s spectacular wildflowers Alternatively, drive through Banksia
including the wreath flower are Enter one of the state’s most woodlands via Wanneroo/Lancelin Road,
featured in this well-known show. spectacular wildflower areas when you Military Road, Gingin Brook Road
Dalwallinu Wattle Week Festival
take this leisurely drive north. This is a Features: Drive under a canopy of large
wonderful opportunity to experience red gums along Dewar Road and see the
Saturday 4 - Sunday 12 September
the Indian Ocean Drive that meanders red and green kangaroo paw display at the
2010 - Events daily
up the coast from Perth to Cervantes, Gingin Cemetery or enjoy a picnic among
Tel: (08) 9661 1751 Jurien Bay and Leeman. Another option paperbark trees at Granville Park by the
Activities are organised each day in an is to travel via the inland Brand Highway
Gingin Brook. From October, see the unique
area with some of the most diverse route. The Everlastings Trail makes its
Acacia species in the world. golden bloom of the Western Australian
way through areas ablaze with colour,
Christmas Tree in Moore River National Park
Included are bush walk tours, bush often stretching lazily as far as the
and stop for a picnic under flooded gums
breakfast, vintage machinery, horizon. For many, this is the wildflower
biennial art show and more. along the Moore River, at Regan’s Ford.
viewing they’ve always imagined.
A wildflower show at Wubin is also Visitors travelling inland will marvel at
part of this festival. the wide variety of everlastings in this
Everlastings Trail
Must see and do
- Walk amongst The Pinnacles – unique
limestone formations rising up to 5m
tall in Nambung National Park
- Take a tour to see the sea lions at
Fisherman’s Island, south of Green Head
- Walk the Dongara-Denison Heritage
Trail and the Irwin River Nature Trail
- Visit the Fisherman’s Lookout at Port
Denison of sweeping ocean views
- Discover Mullewa’s giant, colourful
murals which adorn the townsite
- Explore the Morawa Museum with it’s old
gaol and courthouse and a collection of
windmills
- Look out for a wide selection of native
birds at Perenjori and have a relaxing
picnic at the man-made lake
- Take in the wildflower and farming views
at Buntine Rocks, 16km north of Wubin
- Take a New Norcia guided walking tour
- Explore the Chittering Valley Wine trail,
a 76km loop passing through Bindoon
Flora: Find open-branched Dryandra exceptionally diverse flora found nowhere

kippistiania under wandoo woodland else in the world. Embark on a scenic drive
at Red Gully. or walk trail to Mount Lesueur to discover
the wildflowers and magnificent views.
2 Badgingarra National Park An 18km one way sealed loop road is
North on the Brand Highway accessible off Cockleshell Gully Road.
Features: Overlooking low undulating Flora: There are 11 regionally endemic plants.
plains with scattered scrub, this park boasts Look out for honey bush (Hakea), cork mallee,
extensive wildflowers in spring. Experience the unusual propeller Banksia, large magenta
starflower and the Lesueur Hakea. Splendid Everlasting.
this wonderland on the interpretative
2km Badgingarra Nature Trail, located
4 Lake Indoon
on the eastern side of the park. Pick up
10km west of the Brand Highway
details at the Badgingarra Roadhouse.
Features: The reserve surrounding this
Flora: Black and yellow kangaroo paws, popular freshwater lake features elegant
purple starflower and mottlecah – the Banksia with lime-yellow flowers.
largest Eucalypt flower. Travel west to Wildflowers abound alongside the Brand
Cervantes to join the Indian Ocean Drive Highway between Eneabba and Dongara.
or head north on the Brand Highway. Guided wildflower walks leave from Western
Flora Caravan Park, 22km north of
3 Lesueur National Park Eneabba. The well-known Banksia
Travel to The Pinnacles, near Cervantes, then hookeriana from this area is exported
north to Jurien Bay, Lesueur National Park and
worldwide.
Green Head. Visitor fees now apply.
Flora: Orange Banksias, umbrella and
Features: This 27,000ha park ranks as
white plumed smokebushes, and red hairy
one of the important reserves for flora
conservation in WA with much of its Lechenaultia around the Arrowsmith River. Charming Sunray.
Roadside wildflowers, Coalseam Conservation Park.
Pink Everlasting.
5 Depot Hill Reserve townscape of Mullewa, by selecting an bush walking and arts and crafts.
Travel from Eneabba north towards Dongara, Everlasting Cultural Trail to wander at your View the rare and endangered sun
then east to Mingenew leisure. star orchid (Thelymitra stellata) at
Features: Located north west of Be sure to drop into the visitor centre for your free the Chittering Wildflower Show.
Mingenew, from August to November, brochure and map of the trails.
Flora: Spider orchids, Lechenaultia,
this reserve’s wildflower displays Features: Drop into the Canna Landmark
fringe lilies, kangaroo paws and Banksia.
make for a colourful stopover. for local wildflower information.
Flora: Dense shrubland, softening in Flora: Sprawling carpets of sensationally
spring with the pretty pink and white
flowers of Thryptomenes and Scholtzias.
coloured everlastings continue to delight Western Flora
travellers along this route. Native foxglove Caravan
proliferate beneath yellow wattles. Park
6 Coalseam Conservation Park
Between Mingenew and Mullewa
Features: This park’s acacia shrubland, with 8 Victoria Plains
its sparse understorey, comes alive with Features: Old Plains Road, from south of
‘everlasting’ wildflowers after good winter rains. New Norcia to the north of Toodyay, has the
Named for the coal seams that can be seen in reputation as one of the most picturesque
the riverbed, marine fossils are exposed along and pleasant rural drives in the state. A wildflower experience in 160 acres, with 12kms
the banks of the Irwin River. of walking tracks. 4.30pm Guided Wildflower
Flora: Many wildflowers can be walks Jul-Nov. 4x4 tag a long tours. Dining
Flora: Wildflowers of all varieties seen, including blue Lechenaultia, facilities. A true nature based experience with all
are in abundance, and wattle shrubs the facilities. Chalets with ensuite $95.00. Twin
grass trees and yellow Dryandra.
shade everlastings that include b/room $65. On site van $70 (linen inc). Powered
site $23. Unpowered site $21. All twin share.
the brilliant pink Schoenia. Owned & operated by your hosts Allan
9 Bindoon
86km north of Perth on Great Northern Highway and Lorraine Tinker.
7 Mullewa - Wubin Road Brand Highway, Eneabba North, 6518 (22 km North of Eneabba)
Features: Bindoon, in the beautiful Phone: 08 9955 2030 • Facsimile: 08 9955 2003
Everlasting Cultural Trails Mullewa - A total of 8.3
Chittering Valley, boasts an array of Email: wfloracp@bigpond.com
kilometres of walking trails surround Mullewa.
beautiful wildflowers. There are tours,
Explore the breathtaking hinterland or fascinating
Wildflowers, near Murchison Settlement.
NORTHERN EXPLORER TRAIL

From the Everlastings Trail, journey SPECIAL EVENT Flora: Colourful wildflowers of many
further north to experience a sensational Thursday 9 – Monday 13 varieties can be seen on roadside areas
show of wildflowers that cling to the September 2010 along this drive.
vast landscape, adding brilliantly Wubin Town Hall, Arthur Street
Open: 9.00am to 5.00pm 2 Gregory
vivid colour to a harsh environment.
Admission: Adults $3, children free Take Yerina Springs Road, which runs off Port
Travel the Indian Ocean Drive towards Tel: (08) 9664 1021 or 0427 553 622 Gregory Road, approximately 35kms west of
the white sands and crystal waters of View a display of over 200 wildflowers Northampton
Geraldton, up past the breathtakingly from the area. Features: Profuse display of orchids along
high coastal cliffs of Kalbarri, to where with a diverse selection of wildflowers.
the sleek and magical dolphins of 1 Greenough Flora: Orchids found include donkey,
Monkey Mia swim peacefully in the Head north on the Indian Ocean Drive or bee, cowslip, spider and the blue,
Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Brand Highway past Dongara shy and vanilla sun orchids, with
the rare sighting of the endangered
Past historic settlements and across Features: Make a stop at the historic
Northampton midget greenhood orchid.
rugged, outback landscapes, the Greenough Hamlet and the new
Trail takes you on to the colossal Greenough Visitor and Interpretation
and challenging Mount Augustus. Centre (open 9.00am to 5.00pm) Spider smokebush.
situated on the Brand Highway.
From there you may choose a return
route to Perth, crossing vast and Northwards lies Geraldton – known as
the capital of the mid-west region –
expansive sheep stations through a sea
home to the Western Australian
of colourful and dazzling wildflowers
Museum, which pays tribute to the
– often stretching to the horizon.
area’s rich natural and cultural heritage.
Cattle Pool campsite, near Mount Augustus. Bright Podolepis, Wooleen Station.
and the Murchison clawflower are Features: This park offers breathtaking
3 Kalbarri National Park commonly found. scenery of gorges and precipitous
Travel the coast road via Gregory to Kalbarri rock faces. The area still retains a
5 Shark Bay World Heritage Area wilderness feeling. Visitors to the park
Features: Kalbarri is located at the mouth
of the Murchison River. Kalbarri National – Denham and Monkey Mia can enjoy a series of walks through
Park covers an area of over 180,000ha Travel north on North West Coastal Highway the craggy cliffs and gorges.
and includes breathtaking coastal cliffs and west on Shark Bay Road Flora: Seasonal wildflower varieties.
and dazzling wildflower viewing. Features: For a chance to befriend
enchanting bottlenose dolphins, a visit 8 Mount Augustus National Park
Marvel at nature’s ability to carve the to Monkey Mia Reserve is a must. The Travel north and branch east after
landscape, explore the depths and dolphins are famous for their almost approximately 90km
heights of the river gorges and sea daily ritual of visiting the shore to interact Features: At two and a half times
cliffs, admire the floral beauty of the with humans. Francois Peron National the size of Uluru (Ayers Rock), Mount
rolling sand plains and discover the Park is a mere 4km from Denham and Augustus rises impressively over the
intriguing cultural history of the area. offers rare and spectacular coastal park. 1105m tall, Mount Augustus is one
Magnificent wildflowers set the landscape scenery of red cliffs, blue water, white of Australia’s most amazing peaks with
ablaze with colour from July to November. beaches and vivid wildflowers. ancient rock formations, Aboriginal art
Deep gorges on the Murchison River The Peron Homestead can be accessed sites and a range of short and full day
contrast with sand plain country. Entry by 2WD and has an interpretative display walks. Embark on a challenging climb to
fees apply at Kalbarri National Park. in the old station overseer’s quarters, a the top and be rewarded with incredible
self-guided walk trail, picnic facilities and a views over the park. Accommodation
Flora: River gums, gold and orange
hot tub where visitors can soak in artesian is available adjacent to the park.
Banksias, Grevilleas, kangaroo paws,
water. A high clearance 4WD is needed to Flora: Purple mulla mulla
featherflowers, starflowers, smokebushes
explore the wilderness area north of the carpet the surrounding area in
and Eucalypts are widespread.
homestead. Entry fees apply at Monkey Mia spring and early summer.
Reserve and Francois Peron National Park.
4 Riverside Sanctuary
Head east to the North West Coastal Flora: Wattles, Hakeas, Grevilleas, 9 The Murchison Region
Highway, travel north for 12km and turn right Dampiera, purple peas and the Shark Bay Travel south east of Mount Augustus to
into Coolcalalaya Road and follow for 5km daisy are commonly found in the region. Meekatharra
Features: Visit Riverside Sanctuary to Features: After good winter rains,
experience beautiful bush landscapes, 6 Carnarvon wildflowers are prolific and spread for
spectacular seasonal wildflowers, Travel along the North West Coastal Highway hundreds of kilometres in this region.
dazzling night skies and knowledgeable Features: The road to Carnarvon makes Flora: Abundant white, pink and yellow
guides. Take a guided wildflower tour its way through many wildflower varieties,
everlastings appear from July in this area,
on the farm in some of the 10,000 acres including seasonal everlastings. A
as well as a vivid spread of golden billy
of remnant bushland and waterways. drive further north of Carnarvon on the
buttons, mauve Velleia, magenta
North West Coastal Highway will also
Flora: Carpets of everlastings, pompoms Parakeelya and blue pincushions.
reward you with outstanding displays.
and other annual flowers can be seen in a
variety of colours - white, pink, mauve and Flora: Parakeelya, purple vetch, northern 10 Paynes Find
yellow. A spectacular array of Thriptomene, bluebells and the green birdflower. Travel from Meekatharra through to Cue,
Grevilleas, Hakeas, Verticordia, Calytrix Mount Magnet and Paynes Find on the Great
(star flowers) and many more can be seen 7 Kennedy Range National Park Northern Highway
from August. Kangaroo paws, Kalbarri Take the North West Coastal Highway then turn
Features: Historic Cue, The Granites at
catspaws, trigger plants, up to six varieties right, to Gascoyne Junction, approx. 177km,
Mount Magnet and the Paynes Find Gold
of Banksias, various flowering Eucalypts then 60km north to the Park
Battery and Museum.
Couples in field of wildflowers.
Touring near Mt Augustus.
Pink wildflowers, near Wooleen Station.
Flora: Massed displays of white, 12 Murchison Settlement Northern Explorer Trail

pink, cream and yellow everlastings and Roadhouse Must see and do
can be seen along the roadside. Travel south west to Murchison via
Carnarvon – Mullewa Road - Photograph Greenough’s amazing
11 Goodlands to Wubin Features: The Murchison Settlement leaning trees
Continue south from Paynes Find on the and Roadhouse. While here, visit the - Enjoy a tour of Geraldton’s lobster factory
Great Northern Highway to Goodlands Road Murchison Museum Herbarium and
- See the daily pelican feeding in Kalbarri
(1km north of the boundary of Yalgoo/ Botanical Walk. Further south at Wooleen
Dalwallinu Shires). Station (35km on the Meeberrie Road) - Explore the Murchison River in Kalbarri
In season there is a magnificent display daily wildflower tours and walks are National Park by boat or canoe
of Wreath Lechenaultia just 20km off conducted. Homestead or rammed earth - Marvel at the vivid colours of white
guesthouse accommodation is available beaches, turquoise waters and rust red
highway.
at Wooleen Station. Also further south, on
Features: The old Rabbit Proof Fence is dunes of the World Heritage Listed
the Carnarvon - Mullewa Road is Wandina
still visible just past the Jjibberding Rest Shark Bay area
Station, which provides accommodation
Area. At Wubin there is a Wheatbin/ - Meet the friendly dolphins at Monkey Mia
and station tours for travellers.
Machinery Museum.
Flora: Carpets of everlasting wildflowers - Walk along the One Mile Jetty, Carnarvon
Flora: Everlastings and Blue Cornflowers and bright Podolepis add colour and - Explore Mt Augustus on the 49km
are found at Jibberding, and Everlastings texture to the landscape. circuit Burringurah Drive
and orchids (amongst the rocks) at From here, continue south to Mullewa,
Wubin Rocks (6km north of Wubin.) - Explore the heritage
New Norcia and Perth.
buildings at New Norcia
Yardie Creek, Cape Range National Park.
CAPE RANGE TRAIL

The breathtaking landscape of Cape Flora: Featherflowers, starflowers, 5 Exmouth Gulf
Range is a compelling backdrop for Grevilleas and Hakeas on the dunes. Features: The coastal plain is
the bright, colourful and fascinating Banksias and wattles cap the ridges. predominantly wattle shrubland
plant life that proliferates in the interspersed with occasional stands
region. For a semi-arid area with 2 Coral Bay of mallee near dry creek beds.
a calcium rich soil, the North West Located off Minilya-Exmouth Road Bright red yulbah flowers are visible
Cape nurtures an unusually large Features: Visit popular tourist destination, in summer, and in winter there’s the
variety of flora. More than 630 species Ningaloo Marine Park, and witness unspoilt golden hue of spring wattles, often
have been recorded here to date. natural beauty of the pristine park first infused with purple mulla mulla.
Fringed by the wonders of Ningaloo hand. The plains area between Minilya and
Flora: Arid wattle, native tomatoes,
Reef on the west and protected by the Lyndon River is good for spotting the shiny
Hibbertia, hairy pepperflowers and
Exmouth Gulf on the east, Cape Range dark green leaves and white trumpet
Sturt’s desert peas.
is a true nature lover’s paradise. flowers of the Minilya lily.
From the unmistakable deep red sand Flora: Spinifex, kurara, Cape Range 6 Charles Knife Canyon
dunes of the rugged outback, down to Grevillea, Thryptomene and Melaleuca. Turn left opposite the Kailis prawn factory
the pristine sands of secluded bays, Features: This steep climb between
the region will amaze and delight 3 Giralia Station
two deep canyons boasts a sweeping
visitors in its surprising contrasts. Off Burkett Road, 127km from Exmouth
view of the gorges and Exmouth
Features: The former sheep station Gulf. The return trip is 24km and the
The Cape Range Trail will treat you makes an interesting overnight stop,
to stunning coastline and an unspoilt road is not suitable for caravans.
with camping, farm-stay or “donga”
environment brimming with a wealth accommodation in the shearers’ quarters. Flora: Cape Range Grevillea,
of flora in a rainbow of colours. Cape Range kurrajongs and
Flora: The area’s fertile red soil relies
several species of Verticordia.
1 Minilya on autumn rains to produce abundant
Located on the North West Coastal Highway colourful masses of wildflowers in spring 7 Shothole Canyon Road
(Following from the Northern Explorer Trail on Further 7km north
page 39)
4 Learmonth Civil Airport
Turn right to Wapet Creek Features: The 24km return trip winds
Features: South of Minilya, deep red sand through the base of the canyon and
dunes are home to spectacular shows of Features: Enjoy exploring this small
area of mangrove and salt marsh. is one of the rare places on the Cape
wildflowers. The riverbanks at Minilya offer where larger trees are found.
the shade of river gums and coolibah trees. Flora: Observe how the plants
have adapted to tidal floodings.
Monkey Mia. Rock triggerplant .
Flora: Cream-white Eucalypt flowers The white Minilya lily may be seen in
contrast with the fire-engine-red the Pilgramunna area after good rains,
flowers of their parasitic mistletoe. while coastal dunes are dotted with
daisies, Portulaca and the purple Lotus
8 Exmouth’s North
australis. Milyering Visitor Centre (about
About 5km north of Exmouth, just before
12km south of the entrance) houses
Harold E. Holt Naval Base
a library with great local flora and
Features: A wonderful 4.7km walk and
fauna reference resources. Entry fees
cycle track winds its way south through
apply at Cape Range National Park.
fragrant Eucalypts.
Flora: Along Milyering Road verge is
Flora: Rattlebush, green birdflower
a wonderful selection of Sturt’s desert
and small clumps of toucan flowers. peas, Dampiera, Ashburton peas,
hairy pepperflowers, Indigofera, Yardie
9 Coastal plain, north of the Naval
Creek morning glory, daisies and many
Base annual herbs. Discover occasional
Features: Following good winter rains, stands of bloodwoods and rock figs
you can expect to see everlastings, native growing with native fuchsia and pituri.
fuchsias, fanflowers and Dampiera.
Flora: Wattles and purple mulla mulla. 12 Yardie Creek Gorge
Features: Marvel at the many rock
10 Vlamingh Head figs which are precariously rooted on
Lighthouse signposted, left off the the sheer rock faces of the gorge. A
main road highlight of any visit is a trip on the
scenic Yardie Creek boat tour.
Features: Enjoy striking views of distant
red sand dunes parallel to the Cape Range. Flora: Sturt’s desert pea,
In well drained positions, you’ll find the Parkeelya and Thryptomene.
beautiful Ashby’s Banksia which is rich in
nectar. See the newly renovated Vlamingh
Head Lighthouse at the spectacular
Cape Range Trail
North West Cape and journey south for
Must see and do
a further 20km on this coastal road.
- Visit the reef shark nursery just 20 minutes walk from Main Beach, Coral Bay
Flora: Featherflowers, starflowers,
broombushes, pituri, silky Pimelea and - See all the underwater wonders at Coral Bay without getting your feet wet aboard a
the fascinating green birdflowers. glass bottom boat
- Hire a quad bike and discover for yourself all the Coral Bay region has to offer
11 Cape Range National Park - Witness the unspoilt natural beauty of Ningaloo Marine Park
Features: Enjoy spectacular rocky - Snorkel from the beach to stunning Ningaloo Reef
gorges carved by ancient rivers that adjoin - Swim with the world’s biggest fish – the whale shark from April to July each year
one of the most pristine and beautiful - Take advantage of some of the best game fishing in the world at Coral Bay and the
coastlines in the world. See Acacia North West Cape
dominated shrubland scattered with Cape - Learn about the marine turtles at Jurabi Turtle Centre, just south of Vlamingh Head
Range kurrajongs just inside the park. Lighthouse
Millstream-Chichester National Park, Pilbara.
PILBARA TRAIL
Over half a million square kilometres 1 Onslow breathtaking gorges, with crystal clear rock
of mangroves, off shore islands, deep 81km off the North West Coastal Highway pools and waterfalls. The area is steeped in
gorges, mountain ranges, desert Features: Detour 82km towards indigenous culture. Maps outlining
sand dunes and river pools ensure Onslow and look for yellow flame incredible walk trails through Karijini can be
the Pilbara’s flora is as diverse as Grevillea and Robinson’s desert rose. collected at the award winning Karijini
the landscape. Vibrant floral shades The landscape changes to red sand National Park Visitor Centre.
contrast with the dusty red earth dunes littered with termite mounds At first glance the ancient Hamersley
and golden spinifex grass. The and after rain the vivid magenta Ranges are covered in spinifex grass,
Pilbara’s flora is yours to explore. ground cover known as Parakeelya. desert bloodwood and snappy gum,
Plants and flowers in the Pilbara Flora: The fragrant apple bush and however closer inspection reveals northern
have evolved unique adaptations the unique green birdflower adorn bluebell, mulla mulla, native tomato and
to survive in an arid climate that the landscape. limestone Cassia. Permanent water from
receives most of its rainfall during the gorges nourishes the common rock fig,
summer by way of tropical cyclones. 2 Road to Paraburdoo lemongrass and silver cadjeput. Entry fees
Travel east from Nanutarra Roadhouse for apply at Karijini National Park.
Watercourses are lined with river red
gums, coolibah, silver cadjeput and 276km Flora: Acacia, including the prolific mulga,
desert bloodwood trees. Gorges Features: As the impressive Hamersley desert poplar, Robinson’s desert rose,
contain permanent water supplies to Range begins to appear you know you are slender Petalostylis and Ashburton pea are
support moisture loving plants like the nearing Karijini country. Disturbed roadside often seen from the vehicle window as the
common rock fig and rock kurrajong. soil and collection of rainfall often causes seemingly endless kilometres melt past.
the Sturt’s desert pea and bush tomato to
From July to September wildflowers
flower extensively. 4 Road to Port Hedland
of all colours, sizes and shapes, like
Flora: Poison morning glory, burra Travel north from Newman for 458km
the unmistakeable Sturt’s desert pea,
(Eremophila frazeri) and northern Features: Range country dominates
fluffy mulla mulla, the tall majestic
bluebell are common here. the landscape until Auski Roadhouse
Ashburton pea or any number of the
where the land begins to flatten and
65 species of Acacia (wattle) can
be seen throughout the region. 3 Karijini National Park endless horizons become the view
Travel from Paraburdoo, Tom Price to Karijini until reaching Port Hedland.
For the local Aboriginal people the National Park to Newman The parasitic harlequin mistletoe, an
plants and flowers of the Pilbara
Features: The second largest national attractive bright red tubular flower
provided much more than just aesthetic
park in WA, Karijini is one of the most relies on host plants like wattles,
qualities, and are still used today for
spectacular sights in the Pilbara. Set in the Cassias, native Hibiscus and
food, medicine and ceremonial use.
Hamersley Range, walk trails lead deep into royal mulla mulla for support.
Pilbara Trail
Must see and do
- Explore the colourful marine
wonderland of the Mackerel Islands
- Witness turtle nesting on
pristine beaches
- Drive to the top of Mount Nameless
for the view of a lifetime, Tom Price
- Take a day tour to marvel at the
Pilbara Iron Ore Mine, Tom Price
- Explore the dramatic gorges,
secret canyons and enticing rock
pools of Karijini National Park
- Have a swim and explore the natural
beauty of Newman’s waterholes
- Check out local indigenous artists at
work in Cossack
- Wander along the Onslow Boardwalk
for spectacular sunrises and sunsets
- Catch the breathtaking views from
Koombana Lookout, Port Hedland
Flora: Spotted emu bush, desert flowers of the corkwood tree. Spinifex, snappy gum and the common
poplar, yellow flame Grevillea, Located along the Fortescue River rock fig feature in the landscape.
twinleaf mallee and coolibah are is the Millstream oasis, a haven for
stand out features along the trail. 7 Cossack
birdlife. It has a landscape of rolling Travel to Roebourne. Cossack
5 Marble Bar hills, impressive escarpments and lies just 11km away
Travel 193km from Port Hedland to Marble winding tree-lined watercourses.
Features: Make a stop at the fascinating
Bar via the sealed Marble Bar Road The Chichester Range rises sharply from restored pioneer settlement and visit the
Features: A flat landscape dotted the coastal plain and includes rocky peaks, first pearling port in the North West.
occasionally by the odd hill slowly tranquil gorges and hidden rock pools.
Flora: Shore stability is maintained
becomes more dramatic as the road No trip would be complete without here by coastal plant species such
approaches the Gorge Range just north of a swim at the memorably named as ocean bean, holly leafed Grevillea
Marble Bar. The road twists and winds Python Pool, before traveling on to and 7 species of mangroves.
across the Coongan River and through Millstream Homestead which houses
Doolena Gap. the national park visitor centre. 8 Roebourne to Karratha
Flora: Statuesque river red gums and and Dampier
Entry fees apply at Millstream-
Coolibah can be spotted along the drive. Travel west 40km from Roebourne to
Chichester National Park.
The Aboriginal people would cut the Karratha
Flora: The rare Millstream fan palm Features: Look for quartz outcrops
thick bark from the coolibah to make
(Livistona alfredii) is found on the walk trail with coastal caper, Sturt’s desert
dishes for carrying. Keep an eye out for
to Chinderwarriner Pool. Bright golden pea and rock kurrajong.
the fluffy yellow flowers of the Acacia.
sticky Cassia, rock kurrajong, lace flower,
6 Millstream-Chichester Sturt’s desert pea, Robinson’s desert
National Park rose, morning glory, tall mulla mulla,
Port Hedland to Millstream-Chichester
National Park
Features: River crossings dominate the
road south from Port Hedland, so keep an
eye out for river red gums, coolibahs and
the yellow flowers of the candlestick Cassia.
The desert walnut is common around South
Hedland and south to the Turner River.
Whilst passing through the hills near
Whim Creek look for the beautiful Millstream-Chichester National Park. Karijini National Park.
Newman:
where your wildflower
adventure begins
Images courtesy
Jen Grey Wilson
and Don Palmer
The Newman Visitor Centre, in the heart of Pilbara wildflower

country, is the ideal stopover on your journey through the
spectacular Pilbara countryside.
The revitalised centre reflects a distinctly West Australian flavour
showcasing local and nationally made products such as books,
stunning objects of ceramic, glass or wood, and our beautiful
range of contemporary jewellery.
Take a walk through our mining and pastoral museums which explore
the history and industries which have shaped this unique and timeless
landscape, or book a tour of BHP Billitons Mt Whaleback Mine
– the largest open cut iron ore mine in the world.
Our gift tO yOu

Mention this ad to staff at the Newman Visitor Centre
to receive your complimentary set of Wild Flower
postcards by photographer Jen Grey Wilson.
Valid whilst stocks last, one postcard set per visitor.
NewmaN Visitor CeNtre

Cnr Newman Drive and Fortescue Ave
Phone 08 9175 2888 Fax 08 9175 2964
Email newmanvc@bigpond.com
Opening times 8-5 (7 days)
www.newman-wa.org

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Wildflower

When and where do the Planning your holiday

Jarrahland Trail 13 Cape Range Trail

Everlastings Trail 36 Goldfields Trail

Northern Explorer Trail 39 Perth Wave Rock Trail

Cape Range Trail 43 Esperance Trail

Pilbara Trail 45 Jarrahland Trail

Southern Wonders Trail

Published by Western Australian Tourism Commission (Tourism

CASEY AUSTRALIA TOURS

There’s also an endangered flora garden, and no

2 Yanchep National Park

8 Ellis Brook Valley and 10 Rottnest Island

310 Hay Street, East Perth WA

“Exclusive Tours” to see spectacular “Wildflowers”

Swan River, Perth. Sunset, Cottesloe Beach.

Purple Enamel Orchid.

1 Jarrahdale and the with various walking trails from Wellington

11 Windy Harbour 14 Nannup

Blue Lady Orchid. Boronia.

22 Bunbury 23 Yalgorup National Park

Call 1800 999 677 for full

SOUTHERN WONDERS TRAIL

Queen of Sheba Orchid. Swamp Bottlebrush. Coneflower.

one of the South West’s popular Entry fees apply at Porongurup

Bibbulmun Track near Denmark. Lemann’s Banksia.

Cullens Wines, Margaret River.

WAVE ROCK TRAIL

From Hyden it is possible to travel Flora: Hakeas, Grevilleas, pink

Features: Visit Yeerakine Rock and 8 Corrigin

Bay of Isles, Esperance. Caley’s Banksia.

Shire of Lake Grace

Drive the Holland Track!

Lechenaultia Formosa Roadside wildflowers Catspaw

Firebush, a low purple flowering shrub Kalgoorlie-Boulder requires time for

Pink and Grey Galahs.

GRANITE LOOP TRAIL

Flora: Wandoo, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca, 7 Talgomine Rock 10 Chiddarcooping

Flora: Find open-branched Dryandra exceptionally diverse flora found nowhere

NORTHERN EXPLORER TRAIL

Touring near Mt Augustus.

Flora: Massed displays of white, 12 Murchison Settlement Northern Explorer Trail

CAPE RANGE TRAIL

The Newman Visitor Centre, in the heart of Pilbara wildflower

Our gift tO yOu

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