Discover the culinary delights from paddock to plate along the Southern Coast.
You’ll discover the Wheatbelt region’s towering icons - Wave Rock, a giant ram, and colourful silo art - while indulging in wineries, brewhouses and native delicacies. Meet with producers who are making waves in Western Australia’s food and dining scene.
Perth to Narrogin (200km) Grab a freshly baked pie at Williams Woolshed, then kickstart holiday merriment with a trip to Downderry Wines. Once a working farm, it is an award-winning vineyard, specialising in Shiraz, Rosé, Moscato, Sparkling and Zinfandel drops. Event not to miss Join locals celebrating the Noongar season of Kambarang at the…
Perth to Narrogin (200km)
Grab a freshly baked pie at Williams Woolshed, then kickstart holiday merriment with a trip to Downderry Wines. Once a working farm, it is an award-winning vineyard, specialising in Shiraz, Rosé, Moscato, Sparkling and Zinfandel drops.
Event not to miss
Join locals celebrating the Noongar season of Kambarang at the annual Narrogin Agricultural Kambarang Show. The family-friendly event occurs every third weekend of October and includes show rides, blade shearing, sheep dog demonstrations, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks display.
Williams to Wagin (50km)
Stock up on healthy goods at Unigrain. The wellness producer sells plant-based food and
beverage ingredients. Visit the renowned poultry farm Wagin Duck & Game for a succulent shop.
Stroll through Wagin Historical Village. The museum contains 25 original and replica historic buildings, such as the Village Fire Station, Stone Church and a Blacksmith and includes artefacts and machinery from yesteryear.
Have a picture with Wagin's famed mascot, the Giant Ram. The quirky outback giant is the second largest in the Southern Hemisphere, honouring the region's wool industry.
Event not to miss
Get involved in outback fun at Wagin Woolarama. Running 8 - 9 March, the agricultural fair includes exciting competitions, arts and crafts, food vendors, a dog entertainment arena and even a rodeo. Yeehaw!
Wagin to Dumbleyung (40km) Deepen your connection to Country at Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Tours. The centre offers bespoke Noongar tours that engage with cultural traditions, including bushfood tastings and uncovering indigenous sites on foot. Fill your pantry with bush food goods at Beaumont Farm Kitchen. The producer sells native…
Wagin to Dumbleyung (40km)
Deepen your connection to Country at Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Tours. The centre offers bespoke Noongar tours that engage with cultural traditions, including bushfood tastings and uncovering indigenous sites on foot.
Fill your pantry with bush food goods at Beaumont Farm Kitchen. The producer sells native quandong products such as jams, chilli sauce, sugars and a unique coffee blend.
For a thrilling history lesson, visit Bluebird Interpretive Centre. The centre showcases Donald Campbell's record-breaking high-speed journey in his 'Bluebird' - a jet-propelled hydroplane boat - along Lake Dumbleyung in 1964.
Overnight
Enjoy a comfortable stay at Mary's Farm Cottages. Kukerin's luxurious eco-friendly accommodation has eight cottages overlooking farmlands.
Kukerin Enjoy a fresh start visiting Cambinata Yabbies. The family-owned farm stocks the native freshwater crustaceans or 'mini-lobsters', considered a delicacy in restaurants worldwide. Treat yourself to a jar of flavoured yabby and abalone meats from Cambinata's Gourmet range. Kukerin to Lake Grace (37km) Soak in the region's beauty at Lake…
Kukerin
Enjoy a fresh start visiting Cambinata Yabbies. The family-owned farm stocks the native freshwater crustaceans or 'mini-lobsters', considered a delicacy in restaurants worldwide. Treat yourself to a jar of flavoured yabby and abalone meats from Cambinata's Gourmet range.
Kukerin to Lake Grace (37km)
Soak in the region's beauty at Lake Grace Lookout. When the vast lake is full, it's possible to see shades of pink, mauve and green reflecting from the sky.
For a unique cellar door experience, visit Walkers Hill Vineyard. Western Australia's most inland vineyard also offers lunch and dinner by prior arrangement.
Lake Grace to Lake King (115km)
See Western Australia's native wildlife appearing larger-than-life at Newdegate's Silo Art (Part of the PUBLIC Silo Art Trail. It displays the colourful works of Perth's seasoned muralist Brenton Lee depicting the western bearded lizard, a thigh spotted tree frog, malleefowl, and the rare marsupial red-tailed phascogale across four silos.
Event not to miss
Celebrate outback living at Newdegate Field Days. The two-day agricultural fair showcases machinery, animals and livestock, regional produce, food and wine, live entertainment and kids' show bags.
Lake King to Hopetoun (120km)
Continue an artful adventure to Ravensthorpe's Silo Art. Dutch artist Amok Island illustrates the growth stages of native Banksia baxteri with geometric flair across six 25m-high grain silos.
Admire the creativity and ingenuity of residents along the Farm Gate Trail. The trail stretches over 250km and features over 30 wildflower-themed sculptures crafted from discarded farm metals.
Satisfy any sweet-tooth cravings with a visit to Yummylicious Candy Shack. You can't miss the Willy Wonka-esque shop with a big lolly pop at the front!
Event not to miss
See Ravensthrope in bloom at the Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show. The fair celebrates the region's floral diversity from September 9 to 21.
Overnight
Enjoy a coastal stay at Wavecrest Tourist Park. If hungry, head next door to Wavecrest Bar & Bistro, serving modern Australian cuisine.
Hopetoun Explore botanical hotspot Fitzgerald River National Park. The coastal national park is one of Australia's largest and is classified as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to over 1800 unique flora species, including 75 found nowhere else on Earth. Hopetoun to Esperance (192km) Get up close and personal with furry and feathered locals at…
Hopetoun
Explore botanical hotspot Fitzgerald River National Park. The coastal national park is one of Australia's largest and is classified as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to over 1800 unique flora species, including 75 found nowhere else on Earth.
Hopetoun to Esperance (192km)
Get up close and personal with furry and feathered locals at Esperance Bird and Animal Farm. Interact with animals, stroll through a bird aviary and feed birds in this wholesome family experience on the farm.
Overnight
Sleep on the doorstep of Cape Le Grand National Park with a stay at Heyscape Esperance. You'll be fully immersed in nature while enjoying creature comforts in a stylish cabin.
It's time to fill up the shopping bags in Esperance. Head to Bread Local for a fresh loaf, dipping it in oil purchased at Yirri Grove. (We recommend dining at the restaurant on-site for a nourishing meal!) Stop by Esperance Distillery Co for tastings of botanical-infused gins, including their famous pink gin.Refuel the stomach at Lucky Bay…
It's time to fill up the shopping bags in Esperance. Head to Bread Local for a fresh loaf, dipping it in oil purchased at Yirri Grove. (We recommend dining at the restaurant on-site for a nourishing meal!) Stop by Esperance Distillery Co for tastings of botanical-infused gins, including their famous pink gin.
Refuel the stomach at Lucky Bay Brewing. The much-loved microbrewery and beer garden offers beach-themed beers, bistro bites and live music.
Wander Esperance's Stonehenge. Inspired by England's mysterious assembly of colossal stones, the life-size replica is made from local pink granite stones. Book a solstice tour in December and June.
Events not to miss
Brighten up your holiday with a visit to the Esperance Wildflower Festival. Running every September, the festival displays over 600 individual specimens, art competitions, environmental workshops, guest speakers and a brass band. Get a taste of regional living at the Esperance Show. The agricultural fair runs from 20 - 21 October and includes livestock demonstrations, entertainment and rides.
Overnight
Start your day early to arrive in Hyden by lunchtime. Enjoy lunch at Wave Rock Bakery with sweet and savoury options available. Ride Western Australia's largest 'surf' break, Wave Rock. The wave-shaped rock formation is roughly 2.7 billion years old, soaring 15m high and stretching 110m. Walk under its tiger-striped overhang before climbing to…
Start your day early to arrive in Hyden by lunchtime. Enjoy lunch at Wave Rock Bakery with sweet and savoury options available.
Ride Western Australia's largest 'surf' break, Wave Rock. The wave-shaped rock formation is roughly 2.7 billion years old, soaring 15m high and stretching 110m. Walk under its tiger-striped overhang before climbing to the top of the rock to be afforded panoramic views of Hyden.
Overnight
Call it a night at Wave Rock Hotel. If hungry, visit Wave Rock Bar & Bistro next door and enjoy cooking locally sourced meats on an indoor barbecue.
Hyden to Kulin (83km) Have a good laugh travelling through the roadside gallery, Tin Horse Highway. The colourful 15km stretch features over 70 eclectic tin horses made by Kulin community members using recycled materials. Event not to miss There's a good reason why quirky tin horses fringe the highway. The creative sculptures were first used to…
Hyden to Kulin (83km)
Have a good laugh travelling through the roadside gallery, Tin Horse Highway. The colourful 15km stretch features over 70 eclectic tin horses made by Kulin community members using recycled materials.
Event not to miss
There's a good reason why quirky tin horses fringe the highway. The creative sculptures were first used to promote the annual Kulin Bush Race. The amusing community event will occur this year on 27 – 29 September, with many other exciting events, live music, camping, and kids' entertainment.
Kulin to Corrigin (55km)
Pay respects to much-loved pooches at Corrigin Dog Cemetery. Established in 1974, the cemetery is the final resting place for over 200 pets.
After paying tribute, head to Mallee Tree Café & Gallery. The all-day café serves breakfast and lunch as well as freshly baked sweets.
Event not to miss
Get festive at the Corrigin Ag Show. The century-old fair occurs every September and includes farming demonstrations, live entertainment, chocolate cake competitions, and kid truck rides.
Corrigin to Perth (224km)
Complete your road trip back to Perth and enjoy all the delicious produce you picked up along the way.
Additional Accommodation Options
If wanting to extend your stay, consider:
Narrogin - The peaceful cottage getaway, Chuckem Farmstay, offers farm activities for the young and old.
Newdegate - Holland Track B&B offers country-style accommodation with guided walks offered.
Corrigin - Rural retreat The Mains Guest House offers luxurious self-contained accommodation with up to three spacious queen rooms.