Narrogin

The town of Narrogin is a great base for exploring the nearby Dryandra Woodland and the many attractions of the Western Australian Wheatbelt. Just over two hours’ drive from Perth, this modern commercial centre has a good selection of cafes, accommodation, farm stays, heritage buildings, art galleries and walking trails.

Dryandra Woodland

Dryandra Woodland is home to over 100 bird species, 24 mammal species and many varieties of wildflowers, all just a 22 kilometre drive from the town of Narrogin. It’s an excellent opportunity to view some of Western Australia's native animals in their natural habitat, including possums, echidnas, woylies and kangaroos.

Take a nocturnal guided tour at Barna Mia Animal Sanctuary for the chance to see endangered Western Australian animals, bilbies, wallabies, western barred bandicoots and woylies. Self-contained cottages or camping sites are also available. Bookings are essential. Contact the Dryandra Country Visitor Centre or the Department of Environment and Conservation for more details about Barna Mia and Dryandra Woodland.

Narrogin attractions

• Take a walk around the town and admire the picturesque gardens, cultural parks, heritage buildings and art deco style architecture.
• Or for a guided experience join the Stories of Us: The Narrogin Heritage Walk Trail which delves into the history of Narrogin’s heritage buildings through a series of interpretive panels.
• Check out the displays of Narrogin memorabilia, photos, arts and crafts at the Old Court House Museum.
• Visit the nearby Foxes Lair Nature Reserve, a 60-hectare bushland area that’s home to 300 varieties of wildflowers and over 40 species of birds.
• Explore the region’s beautiful displays of spring wildflowers (flowering from August to November).
• Stop by at the Narrogin and Dryandra Visitor Centre to view the diorama of Narrogin in its heyday as a vibrant railway centre, and to pick up maps and brochures.
• Take the Narrogin Arts and Mural Drive around town to discover a range of arresting and quirky murals and artworks.
• Enjoy the modern facilities at the Narrogin Leisure Centre complex, including a heated swimming pool and well-equipped gym.

Narrogin accommodation

Book into a farm stay and experience life on a working farm, or just relax and enjoy the peaceful Western Australian countryside. Narrogin accommodation options also include hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, self-contained accommodation, and caravan parks.

Narrogin and nearby Highbury also offer two 72-hour free RV camping areas for self-contained recreational vehicles. In Narrogin, located close to the visitor centre, a dump point cartridge, laundromat, and within walking distance of shops, eateries and rail heritage, it comfortably accommodates 10 vehicles at any one time. In Highbury it is opposite the tavern and local store.

Visit the Shire of Narrogin website www.narrogin.wa.gov.au or www.dryandratourism.org.au for more information about Narrogin accommodation and attractions.