Take the Granite and Goldfields Wildflowers Drive in spring time and enjoy a leisurely drive through some of Western Australia’s best wildflower country. Wildflowers bloom here typically from late August to October.
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.
Day 1: Perth – Merredin
(351 kilometres/4 hours)
Depart Perth and travel to historic York. Around the Wheatbelt you'll see the landscape transform with colourful wildflower displays along the roadside. Visit Quairading, Narembeen and Bruce Rock on your way to Merredin.
Accommodation options: Motels, caravan park, self contained accommodation, B&Bs, camping.
Day 2: Merredin – Kalgoorlie
(334km, 3 hours)
Head for Sandford Rock Nature Reserve, 10km northeast of Westonia, where you’ll find beautiful Silver Mallee. Head back to the Great Eastern Hwy, and on your way to Kalgoorlie, stop by at Boorabbin Rock, home to the rare granite rock poison plant, and Caenyia Rock to see swordfish banksia.
Accommodation options: Motels, apartments, outback pubs, hotels, caravan parks, backpackers, camping.
Day 3: Kalgoorlie – Leonora
(235km, 2.5 hours)
Journey to Comet Vale to view mulga woodlands, unique granite rock vegetation and prolific spring wildflower displays. Continue north to Menzies, via the Gormley Sculptures, Kookynie, Leonora and Gwalia and the Malcolm Dam with its profusion of wildflower varieties.
Accommodation options: Outback pubs, motel, caravan park, Hoover House.
Day 4: Leonora – Perth
(877km, 9.5 hours)
Return to Perth via Coolgardie and the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail.
To ensure you enjoy a safe and well-planned journey, take a look at Travel times and distances, Road safety 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.
See the Plants of the Golden Outback page to find out more about the region’s native species or visit the Wildflowers WA website for more information about wildflower species and seasons.
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.
Looking for wildflowers drives in the goldfields region, take a look at our full list of wildflower road trips in WA?
Wildflowers of the Golden Outback
Western Australia is renowned for its wonderful array of flora with over 12,000 species. Learn more about the types of flora you'll encounter this wildflower season
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Wildflower events you might be interested in
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