Wildflower Season In Perth

There are more than 12,000 species of wildflowers in WA, making it the world's largest collection.

Enjoy these precious natural treasures at a number of sights around Perth and surrounds from September - November each year. Experience the beauty of the wildflowers at some of the top wildflower hotspots below, along one of the many tracks and trails, or let a local expert take you to the best spots on a guided walking or coach tour.

For more spots to see wildflowers check out the Wildflower Society of WA website and the WA Wildflower Guide includes self-drive trails to help you plan your trip. The WA Visitor Centre's Wildflower Tracker app provides travellers with one easy-to-use wildflower information and sightings reference. Updated regularly, the app's interactive map shows exactly where the wildflowers are blooming around the State.

Wildflower Hotspots in Perth

Kings Park Festival, Perth

Kings Park

The Western Australian Botanic Garden, in Kings Park, is a dynamic living research centre committed to the conservation of Western Australia's flora. The garden beds display the State's most diverse and spectacular plants all year-round and an amazing variety of wildflowers during spring.

Wildflowers on the Bibbulmun Track, Perth Hills

The Bibbulmun Track

During spring the jarrah forests of the Bibbulmun Track become a blaze of colour when an amazing array of wildflower species bloom, passing through many areas displaying a rich diversity of WA's unique flora.

Toodyay Wildflowers

The Avon Valley

During wildflower season visitors can see a number of species in Toodyay at Pelham Reserve, Dawn Atwell Reserve, Wongamine Reserve and Majestic Heights. And, just a short walk from York, The York Bushland Garden displays a wide range of Wheatbelt wildflowers and fields of canola can be seen from mid-August.

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Mandurah and Peel

While you can see WA's wildflowers come alive with colour almost anywhere you go in the Mandurah and Peel region - from roadside kerbs to coastal dunes - the best way to get up close to nature is on a walking trail or join a guided tour.

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Christmas Tree Wildflowers, Mandurah and Peel

The Swan Valley

There are over 400 flowering plant species found within Whiteman Park and one of the most common flowering shrubs in the Park are the yellow buttercups of the Hibbertia family. Other places to see wildflowers in the Swan Valley include the Walyunga National Park, Bells Rapids and Wandoo Heights.

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More Wildflower Hotspots

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Whiteman Park

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Yanchep National Park

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The Bibbulmun Track

The Bibbulmun Track is one of the world's great long distance walk trails, stretching nearly 1000kms from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills to Albany. It...
Kings Park and Botanic Garden

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Perth Wildflower Trails

See some of the top wildflower trails found in Perth below. A full list of trails in WA can be found on the Top Trails website.

Wildflower trails in Kings Park, Perth City

Perth City Wildflower Trails

Kings Park is home to the Western Australian Botanic Garden - displaying over 3,000 species of unique flora. See beautiful flowers on The Law Walk, Botanic Garden Discovery Walk and Bushland Nature Trail.

Yanchep Rose at Yanchep National Park, Perth Beaches

Perth Beaches Wildflower Trails

The inland areas of the Perth Beaches region presents many fascinating opportunities to experience natural Australian environments close to the city. From climbing the highest natural point on the Swan Coastal Plain at Reabold Hill to exploring Yanchep National Park

Blue Daisy at Bickley Bay, Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island Wildflower Trails

Rottnest Island is also home to more than 1,500 native species of wildflowers. Along the 45km Wadjemup Bidi, you'll see native species of plants and wildflowers including the Blue Rottnest Daisy - only found on Rottnest Island.

Kangaroo Paw wildflower, Swan Valley

Swan Valley Wildflower Trails

The Swan Valley - where wildflowers and wine tastings go hand in hand for a day out. Walking trails at Whiteman and in nearby national parks, display a range of species from the prickly bark Banksia to a bounty of Orchids, Kangaroo Paw and Verticordias

Wildflowers in Toodyay

Avon Valley Wildflower Trails

The historic countryside of the Avon Valley provides an exquisite range of wildflowers in spring.

Kalamunda Zig Zag Trail

Perth Hills Wildflower Trails

In the beautiful Perth Hills a range of wildflowers and bush tracks can be explored. These include the Eagles' View Walk, Wandoo Heights Wildflower Trail, Bibbulmun Track and the Mount Dale Walk Trail, each boasting spectacular displays of wildflowers.

Christmas Tree Wildflowers, Mandurah and Peel

Mandurah and Peel Wildflower Trails

Beyond the metropolitan area, the Mandurah and Peel region provide an exquisite range unique wildflowers. From the Yalgorup National Park near the coast, to Serpentine National Park inland, you'll find some stunning walks to see wildflowers.

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Wildflower Events and Festivals

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Wildflower Tours

Let a local expert take you to the best spots on a guided wildflower walking or coach tour.

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Wildflowers WA

Track the Wildflowers

The WA Visitor Centre's Wildflower Tracker is designed to help you find the latest wildflowers that are blooming around the state. It is updated as reports of new flowers come in, to give you an accurate guide of where the flowers are this year.

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More nature and wildlife in Perth

Perth offers a smorgasbord of nature and wildlife experiences - see what's on offer below

Tracks and Trails

Tracks and trails in Perth

Explore Perth's natural and heritage attractions along one of many tracks and trails.

Serpentine National Park, Mandurah and Peel

National, nature and marine parks in Perth

Get back to nature in Perth's national, nature and marine parks and discover some stunning scenery which you can explore by foot, bike, or snorkel!

Quokka, Rottnest Island

Wildlife encounters in Perth

Perth and surrounds boasts diverse wildlife experiences and natural wonders to discover, from marine life to marsupials.

Swim with dolphins, Rockingham

Nature's Calendar

Regularly occurring at particular times or seasons of the year, these natural events offer unique opportunities for visitors to be touched by nature.

Giraffe, Perth Zoo, Perth City

Nature and wildlife attractions

Perth boasts a diverse wildlife experiences and natural to discover and wildlife to interact with - find out where here.

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Plan Your Trip to Perth

Start planning your visit by finding out what to do in Perth during the day and night. See all accommodation, tours, attractions, activities, food and drink and retail in Perth.

Pool, Crown Towers Perth

Accommodation in Perth

You'll find a diverse range of accommodation to suit all budgets and styles all across Perth from five-star resorts to caravan parks.

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Rottnest Express Eco Tour, Rottnest Island

Tours in Perth

Tours around Perth and surrounds take you to some of the most exciting and interesting holiday spots from hot air ballooning in the Avon Valley to cruising the Swan River.

Perth's Outback Splash, Maze

Attractions in Perth

There's plenty of attractions to choose from in Perth and surrounds, with fun-filled activities for all ages.

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Public House, Perth City

Food and Drink in Perth

Whether its dining in an elegant restaurant overlooking the river or sampling local wines, Perth boasts an extensive buffet from which to delight your tastebuds.

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Aspects of Kings Park, Perth City

Retail in Perth

Perth offers a host of shopping options to choose from - stock up on the latest fashions, buy unique art or head to a local market.

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Hire in Perth

Looking to explore Perth on your own? There are plenty of hire options available from cars and motorhomes to bikes and kayaks.

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Spring in Perth

Perth comes alive with colour in Spring with stunning wildflowers, amazing wildlife encounters and a variety of events and festivals to keep you busy all season long... that's Perth in spring.

Cycle around Rottnest Island

Perth Holiday Offers

See the latest holiday offers available in Perth this season and book your Perth staycation.

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Spring events and festivals in Perth

Spring Events and Festivals

Experience Perth's amazing spring weather with a calendar of exciting events and festivals.

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Kings Park and Botanic Garden

Wildflower Season

Perth boasts and amazing display of wildflowers in spring - find out where you can see them in Perth.

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Rottnest Fast Ferries, Whale Watching

Whale Watching

WA's Humpback Highway experiences the largest whale migration in the Southern Hemisphere. From September - December, their journey south brings them close to Perth's coast - the perfect opportunity for an encounter on an thrilling whale watching cruise.

Melbourne Cup in Perth

Melbourne Cup in Perth

Celebrate the Melbourne Cup in Perth on Tuesday 2 November, at a number of venues across Perth, from fancy hotel ballrooms to your favourite local bar.

Halloween in Perth

Halloween in Perth

Get your spook on this Halloween in Perth Join in lots of Halloween fun in Perth with some fun events and activities over the weekend of 30 & 31 October!

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Wildflower Festivals and Events

Aspects Kings Park

Kings Park

Celebrating 'Perth's Green Heart', the 2020 Kings Park Festival runs from 1 – 30 September. See thousands of Western Australian wildflowers in full bloom right across the park and take part in dozens of free and fabulous events, displays, guided walks and talks, family activities and much more.

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