Golden Outback Wildflowers
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Outback Wildflowers
Every spring, between July and October each year, Western Australia’s wildflowers transform the Golden Outback into both a kaleidoscope of colour and the world’s biggest wildflower show.
While Western Australia usually plays host to one of the best wildflower seasons in the world, there are a lot of factors that go into making a good wildflower season in WA - from the temperature, to the rain, whether it was an early or late autumn or winter, and a whole bunch of other things. Yet, though some seasons are amazing, and others are not quite so epic, each has its own charms, and given that the region is so big, chances are that somewhere in the Golden Outback there are incredible wildflowers just waiting for you to visit them.
Throughout the upcoming season, we will collate the best information that we have, bringing you insight from all across the Golden Outback. We know where to start looking for flowers and all the secret wildflower hotspots where they bloom year on year on year.
If you need more information on where to see certain wildflowers - head to our 'Where to see Wildflowers' page for a detailed outline.
Where to find wildflowers
There is nowhere better to experience the world-famous Western Australian wildflowers than the Golden Outback - where orchids and everlastings carpet the landscapes in colour each spring.
Home to the biggest display of wildflowers in the world - both in size and in species - Western Australia puts on quite the show to celebrate the end of winter every year. In fact, with over 12,000 different varieties, the Golden Outback is the most diverse wildflower region on Earth, making it perfect for a springtime adventure!
From hidden groves and reserves to billion-year-old granite rocks and national parks where the wildflowers outnumber the people by a million, read on to discover more about the best places to see wildflowers in Western Australia’s Golden Outback.
Wildflower Road Trips
These self-drive road trips are the blueprint for an amazing holiday across the Golden Outback, each one showcasing the stunning scenery and rich culture of the region, along with the amazing wildflowers.
Most are fully 2WD accessible and have accommodation options including farm stays and station stays, along with hotels and campsites, however, they do fill up pretty quickly so book as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment. A lot of camps are also first in, first-served, so try to arrive as early as you can to snag a spot, though there are some overflow ovals and things if everywhere is full.
For more details and WA wildflower maps, read on and click through, or visit our Where to See Wildflowers page to help you plan your own itinerary.
4 days. Central Wheatbelt
Wheatbelt Way
Ready to take a self-drive trip through the fascinating Northern Wheatbelt? This gorgeous and unspoilt area boasts a rich and extensive history,…
7 days. Wheatbelt
Granite Loop Wildflower Trail
The golden-hued Wheatbelt provides a visual, natural and cultural smorgasbord on this wildflower adventure covering 7 days and looping over 843…
3 - 5 Days Perth to Morawa Return
Everlastings Wildflower Trail
Take a road trip to see the everlastings boasting 'carpets' of yellow, white and pink stretching as far as the eye can see. Everlastings typically…
4 days. Central Wheatbelt
Pathways to Wave Rock
Ready to surf an inland wave? Then it's time to hit the road and head to Wave Rock in beautiful Hyden. If you're looking for a fun and…
3 days - Northern Wheatbelt
Wildflower Way
This stunning wildflower route will take you from Dalwallinu through the stunning Northern Wheatbelt towns, finishing in coastal Geraldton. Each…
7 days - Wheatbelt & Goldfields
Wheatbelt & Goldfields Wildflower Trail
Blaze through the goldfields on a magic carpet ride of wildflowers. On this 7 day, 1,765 kilometre adventure, you’ll experience technicolour…
3 days - Northern Wheatbelt
Northern Wheatbelt Wonders
Meander north of Perth and experience a perfect northern Wheatbelt wildflower and nature getaway, taking in the wildflower towns of Wongan Hills,…
8 days - Esperance & Fitzgerald Coast
Esperance Wildflower Trail
Buckle-up for a technicolour adventure. Over eight days and almost 2,000 kilometres, a profusion of native wildflowers stream past on this road trip…
7 Days Esperance & Fitzgerald Coast
Road to Esperance
Esperance is an absolute haven of natural wonders. You’ll find an abundance of white-sand beaches, rugged national parks and the clearest ocean…
9 - 12 days. Gascoyne Murchison Region
Northern Explorer Wildflower Trail
On this northern-bound wildflower adventure a wonderland of Heritage-listed national parks, rugged coastline and ancient rocks awaits the intrepid…
3 nights, 4 days Perth to Southern Cross
Eastern Wheatbelt Self Drive Trail
The Eastern Wheatbelt self-drive trail takes visitors on a journey through the towns and surrounding landscape of Tammin, Kellerberrin, Bruce Rock,…
9 Days. Gascoyne Murchison Region
Road to the Rock
If you’re looking for a rugged, authentic outback escape, with some of the most renowned 4WD trails in the world, the Gascoyne Murchison needs to be…
3 days - Central Wheatbelt
Pioneers Pathway
The Pioneers Pathway is a historic self drive trail that follows in the footsteps of the early farming pioneers who journeyed east into the Western…
Wildflower Hotspots
Wildflower Events & Tours
Reynoldson Reserve Festival Weekend 2025 - TBC
This annual weekend festival is the highlight of our local events calendar! It starts with a Sundowner on the Friday evening with food, drinks, and…
Dabungool Cultural Experiences
Experience the rich cultural history and nature of Kepa Kurl—Esperance—with new eyes on this cultural heritage and bush tucker tour. They are the…
Mandawoornup Coastal tour
Located in the world-famous Cape Le Grand National Park, this tour walks from Hellfire bay to Little Hellfire Bay. This is one of the Class 3 walks…
Wongan Hills Wildflowers
Wongan Hills has many great walks and wildflowers. Christmas Rock and Gathercole Walks have an abundance of grevilleas, pink pokers, acacia, smoke…
Wildflower Photo contest
We're on a mission to find the best wildflower displays in the Golden Outback and would love you to share any dazzling or delicate displays you find. All photos submitted will go into a draw to win a 12-month WA National Park Pass donated by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. For details of all the fantastic national parks in our region head to Australia's Golden Outback page on the Explore Parks website.