Pathways to Wave Rock

The Pathways to Wave Rock is a 760km self-drive trail taking you through charming Wheatbelt towns towards Wave Rock.

Wave Rock is one of Australia’s best known icons, and as you make your pilgrimage to this impressive feat of nature, you can explore the changing rural landscapes and charming farming communities of Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region.

Take a look at the list below and find out more about the quaint Wheatbelt towns that lie along the Pathways to Wave Rock self-drive route, or download the Pathways to Wave Rock Guide & Map.

Explore the towns along the Pathways to Wave Rock

Bruce Rock

Just 240kms from Perth, Bruce Rock oasts some of the Wheatbelt region’s most impressive rock formations, including Bruce’s Rock and Kokerbin Rock.

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Corrigin

Corrigin is a popular stopover when visiting Hyden's Wave Rock and the seasonal wildflowers of the area. Located 3.5 half hours' drive east of Perth, Corrigin is a very attractive & tidy town.

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Hyden and Wave Rock

Hyden is the closest town to Western Australia’s Wave Rock and attracts over 100,000 tourists every year.

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Kondinin and Karlgarin

Kondinin and Karlgarin are small settlements nestled in the heart of the Wheatbelt’s grain and sheep farming country, with an interesting heritage and natural attractions.

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Kulin

Kulin is located in the heart of the Wheatbelt region and offers a convenient stopover for those travelling between Perth and Esperance via the well known Tin Horse Highway.

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Lake Grace

Lake Grace and Newdegate are surrounded by open rolling farmland and vast salt lakes. In spring, this is also one of the Western Australian Wheatbelt’s wildflower hotspots.

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Narembeen

Narembeen is located a three and a half hour drive east of Perth and about 70 kilometres south of Merredin in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region.

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Quairading

Quairading is located about 170 kilometres east of Perth in Western Australia's Wheatbelt and derived its name from the Indigenous word 'Kwirading', meaning the home of a small bush kangaroo.

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Attractions along the Pathways to Wave Rock

Hippo's Yawn

Hippo's Yawn is a little known rock near Wave Rock in Hyden. The rocks resemblance to a yawning hippo has given it its name.

Kulin Visitor Information Centre

The Kulin Visitor Information Centre is located in the heart of town and stocks an array of Kulin merchandise and locally-made products.

Australian Inland Mission Hospital

Visit one of three remaining Australian Inland Mission hospitals - and the only one in WA! Walk through the old-style wards, duty room, kitchen and laundry to experience the atmosphere of an early

Wave Rock Tourist Information Centre

Wave Rock Tourist Information Centre provides a range of information and assistance to visitors travelling throughout the Hyden and Wave Rock region and beyond.

Rosies Cafe and Bakery

Lake Grace's newest cafe, operating as a bakery, cafe and now serving lunch.

Pathways to Wave Rock Self Drive Trail

The Pathways to Wave Rock is a 760km Self Drive trail taking you through the Western Australian Wheatbelt towards Wave Rock.

5 Days - Astrophotographers’ Paradise Road Trip in the Southern Wheatbelt

Take a road trip to Western Australia's southern Wheatbelt. And when the day is done and the sun sinks across the western horizon you'll find yourself in true stargazing paradise!

Hyden Street Scape Art

Explore the sculptures made from old machinery, implements and scrap metal that tell the history of Hyden, from early times prior to settlement, through to the first tourists in 1970s.

Luxury Outback Tours

Western Australia’s personalised small group luxury 4WD tours, offering distinctive tailored tours experiencing nature and heritage.

The Humps

15km north of Wave Rock Wave Rock you will see a giant lurching out of the bushland. This massive granite rock formation is known as The Humps.

Pioneer Town

When visiting Wave Rock and Hyden, take a step back in time to see how the pioneers of the area lived at the Pioneer Town Museum.

ADAMS Pinnacle Tours

Discover the beauty of Western Australia with ADAMS Pinnacle Tours GOLD award winner for Major tour operator and Overall WA winner at the WA 2014 Telstra Business awards.

Hyden Community Resource Centre

The Hyden Community Resource Centre is a community run organisation that provides services to the local and surrounding community and visitors to Wave Rock.

John Holland Track

Linking Broomehill in the south-west with Coolgardie, in the Goldfields. The Holland Track was carved through rugged bushland by pioneer John Holland in 1893.

Mulka's Cave

Mulka's Cave is located within the vicinity of Wave Rock in Hyden Western Australia.The name Mulka comes from an Aboriginal legend associated with the cave.

Lake Grace Visitor Centre

The Lake Grace Visitor Centre services the Shire of Lake Grace which encompasses the towns of Lake Grace, Newdegate, Lake King, Varley and Pingaring.

Kokerbin Rock

Kokerbin Rock, also known as Kokerbin Hill, is the third largest monolith in Australia. Spend a day out at the rock exploring all of the interesting rock formations, caves, plants and wildlife.

Wave Rock Salt Baths

Denis Collins constructed a 20m round, 6m deep swimming pool-like gypsum pond whose buoyancy and therapeutic properties are greater than those of the Dead Sea. Enjoy the brand new swinging day beds –

Hainsworth Museum

The Hainsworth Museum was commissioned by Charles Hainsworth, its first owner, and was built by Ted Freeland, originally a ships carpenter, during 1933/34 as a general store and tearooms.

Nullarbor Traveller

Nullarbor Traveller is an Eco-Accredited adventure tour company offering 3-10 day budget accommodated and swag camping tours through the remote and untouched regions between Perth and Adelaide.

Corrigin Wildflower Drive

The Corrigin Wildflower Drive starts opposite the Dog Cemetery, 5km west on the Brookton Highway and takes you on a well maintained gravel track to the Scenic Lookout, which overlooks the townsite and

Granite and Woodlands Discovery Trail

Stretching 300Km from Norseman to Hyden and Wave Rock is the Granite and Woodlands Discovery Trail. This is your invitation to explore a remarkable landscape.

Casey Australia Tours

Casey Australia Tours is one of Western Australia's most experienced coach tour operators, showing off our spectacular state since 1973.

Wave Rock

Wave Rock, is one of Australia's most recognisable landforms. Rising 15 metres and more than 100 metres long, like a giant surf wave.

Roe Tourism

Roe Tourism Association is a collaborative partnership between the Shires of Bruce Rock, Corrigin, Kondinin, Kulin, Lake Grace and Narembeen.

Corrigin Dog Cemetery

Dog lovers will be touched by the emotional tribute to man's best friend at the Corrigin Dog Cemetery.

WA NT Tours

WA NT TOURS are the specialists for guided small group tours (English, German, Swiss-German, French and other languages on request) with more than 21 years of experience.

Walkers Hill Vineyard

Walkers Hill Vineyard is a unique award winning winery situated in the eastern Wheatbelt, only 1 hours’ drive south of Wave Rock and 8km north of Lake Grace.

'Statues' Lake Kondinin

Forming part of the Kondinin Art Trail, view the electic statues 'Waiting for Hay’ and ‘Freestylin’ created by a local Kondinin farmer Kelly Browning.

Tin Horse Highway

For a seriously entertaining drive or fun alternative route to Wave Rock, don’t miss the Tin Horse Highway! This bright open-air gallery of eclectic equine art is well worth the drive.

Miniature Solider Museum

The toy solider collection was previously owned by Alex Smith who amassed the 10,000 toy soldiers over 60 years in displays depicting battles fought over hundreds of years.

PUBLIC Silo Trail - Newdegate

In May 2018, faced with a row of CBH silos high above his head, Perth artist Brenton See painted four huge murals which draw inspiration directly from the flora and fauna of the area.

The Lace Place

An extensive lace collection dating back to the 1600s can be found at The Lace Place in Hyden. Take a look at the intricate detail of many handmade antique gowns and wedding dresses.

Gorge Rock

Gorge Rock is a pretty natural rock pool offering spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding farmland and countryside around Corrigin.

Wave Rock Wildlife Park

Wave Rock Wildlife Park allows visitors to experience native wildlife up close.Three hectares of natural bushland creates a beautiful haven for the native and exotic animals.

Lake Magic

Located just 1 kilometre north of Wave Rock, and adjacent the Wave Rock Resort, experience the changing colours of Lake Magic.

Mi Global Travel to Happiness

Mi Global is a Western Australia-based wellness travel company with a mission to help raise happy, healthy Global Citizens.

Wave Rock 2 Day Experience

There is a wide range of things to see and do in Hyden and Wave Rock. To plan your visit download a 2 Day Wave Rock Experience. brochure

Great Southern Outback Tours & Accommodation

Great Southern Outback Tours and Accommodation is a privately owned tour and accommodation operator offering farm stays & eco-agri-tourism products in the Great Southern.

Tressie's Museum and Caravan Park

Tressie's Museum and Caravan Park is set in tranquil farm surroundings 21kms west of Wave Rock, adjoining Karlgarin town site.

Kulin Caravan Park

Welcome to the Kulin Caravan Park, conveniently located in the centre of town where YOU set the nightly rate.

Bruce Rock Caravan Park

The Shire of Bruce Rock Caravan Park is well catered to caravanners and campers with 20 powered sites, self contained chalets and Backpacker quarters.

Kwolyin Campsite

Kwolyin free campsite is situated along the Granite Way self drive trail and is surrounded by pristine bush and sandalwood trees.

Accommodation in Narembeen

Narembeen provides the perfect base to stay and explore the Eastern Wheatbelt, and the region offers many amazing and unique experiences for travellers.

Corrigin Caravan Park

Located close to the town centre and all amenities, Corrigin Caravan Park is right opposite the indoor and outdoor swimming pool.

Kondinin Caravan Park

The Kondinin Caravan Park is peacefully located on the edge of town in beautiful natural surrounds, close to all amenities.

Hollands Track Bed and Breakfast

If you are exploring the countryside or seeking to walk Holland Track, the Farm B&B offers quality accommodation and guided walks.

Narembeen Caravan Park and Cabins

The Shire of Narembeen Caravan Park and Cabins are conveniently located on Currall Street, close the centre of town, with shops, the recreation precinct and other facilities all within walking