Wildflower Way

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Wildflower Way

Suggested Time: 3 days -
Northern Wheatbelt

This stunning wildflower route will take you from Dalwallinu through the stunning Northern Wheatbelt towns, finishing in coastal Geraldton.

Each spring, this country bursts into bloom (normally between late August and October) with ‘carpets’ of everlastings to through to petite orchards and the coveted wreath flower. Wildflowers displays are subject to seasonal variations and weather conditions so before heading out, we recommend you contact the relevant Visitor Centre for this region.

In Dalwallinu you'll be met with a huge variety of Wattle, delicate orchards and the elusive Wreath Flower. Following this you'll wind through locations such as Wubin, Buntine Rock, Latham and Caron Dam before calling into the Wheatbelt town of Perenjori where you're treated to carpets of Everlastings, unique and distinctive Wreath Flower as well as the bright orange Wild Pomegranate, bright Pink Native Foxgloves, many species of Orchids, Grevillea, Acacia, Purple Darwinia and Dampiera, Thriptomene and much more. There is so much to see and do in this area, such as Camel Soak, John Forrest Lookout and the Rothsay Heritage Trail. Ensure you drop by the visitor centre for wildflower updates.

Wildflower Way

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Day 1: Perth - Dalwallinu

Depart Perth and head north through the Swan Valley, then up the Great Northern Highway to New Norcia, a Benedictine Monastery town. Along the way make sure you stop at the Bindoon Bakery for morning tea. After sightseeing New Norcia, travel through wide open vistas to the delightful town of Dalwallinu, home of wheat and wattle.

Depart Perth and head north through the Swan Valley, then up the Great Northern Highway to New Norcia, a Benedictine Monastery town. Along the way make sure you stop at the Bindoon Bakery for morning tea. After sightseeing New Norcia, travel through wide open vistas to the delightful town of Dalwallinu, home of wheat and wattle.
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Dalwallinu

This afternoon call into the Dalwallinu Discovery Centre for updates on local wildflower locations.Wattle (Acacia) is location throughout the Shire. With so many varieties to be found you will see wattles flowering throughout many months of the year. Orchids can usually be found in season at Mia Moon Reserve, Petrudor Rocks and Buntine Rock. It is…

This afternoon call into the Dalwallinu Discovery Centre for updates on local wildflower locations.
Wattle (Acacia) is location throughout the Shire. With so many varieties to be found you will see wattles flowering throughout many months of the year.

Orchids can usually be found in season at Mia Moon Reserve, Petrudor Rocks and Buntine Rock. It is always recommended that you get the latest updates.

Wreath Flowers (Lechenaultia macrantha) are usually found along Wubin East Rd & Goodlands Rd – again, be sure to check their flowering stage with the Visitor Centre as timing can vary significantly with each season.

Accommodation options: Hotel, motel, caravan park or B&B.
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Day 2: Morawa & Perenjori (149km)

Today head further north and inspect nearly half of the 21 interpretive sites along the Wildflower Way. Visit locations such as Wubin, Buntine Rock, Latham and Caron Dam before calling into the Wheatbelt town of Perenjori. There is so much to see and do in the area including the Camel Soak, John Forrest Lookout and the Rothsay Heritage Trail. Then…

Today head further north and inspect nearly half of the 21 interpretive sites along the Wildflower Way. Visit locations such as Wubin, Buntine Rock, Latham and Caron Dam before calling into the Wheatbelt town of Perenjori. There is so much to see and do in the area including the Camel Soak, John Forrest Lookout and the Rothsay Heritage Trail. Then continue onto the town of Morawa for your overnight accommodation.

Accommodation options: Hotel, motel, caravan park or farmstays
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Day 3: Geraldton (197km)

This is the final day on the Wildflower Way. Inspect some 11 interpretive sites before your arrival in Geraldton. Along the way stop in the town of Mullewa and call into the local Visitor Centre and take the 600m walk through the legacy of Monsignor John Hawes. This afternoon, drive the 100kms to Geraldton stopping at the remaining 4…

This is the final day on the Wildflower Way. Inspect some 11 interpretive sites before your arrival in Geraldton. Along the way stop in the town of Mullewa and call into the local Visitor Centre and take the 600m walk through the legacy of Monsignor John Hawes. This afternoon, drive the 100kms to Geraldton stopping at the remaining 4 interpretative sites. Large range of Geraldton accommodation available, hotels, motels and caravan parks.

Accommodation options: Large range of Geraldton accommodation available, hotels, motels and caravan parks.
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Day 4: Return to Perth (420km)

From here you can choose to head back to Perth through the stunning coastal towns. Or take the Wildflower Way Midlands Route and visit more wildflower hotspot towns such as Mingenew, Three Springs and Carnamah.

From here you can choose to head back to Perth through the stunning coastal towns. Or take the Wildflower Way Midlands Route and visit more wildflower hotspot towns such as Mingenew, Three Springs and Carnamah.

More information on the Wildflower Way can be found at www.wildflowercountry.com.au or www.visitperenjori.com.au

Plan your trip

To ensure you enjoy a safe and well-planned journey, take a look at our pages on Traveling to and Around the Golden Outback and Important travel tips. If you have your camping gear or caravan in tow, check out the range of caravan parks and camping sites available in Australia’s Golden Outback.

Driving times and distances intended as a guide only and may vary depending on exact route taken. Accommodation options are indicative as to what is available in the area.