Wheatbelt Winery and Woodlands TrailDrive through picturesque farmland to Wheatbelt wineries, take superb nature walks and view local nocturnal wildlife and granite outcrops. This self drive is the perfect escape from the everydayDay 1: Perth to Narrogin, via Wandering, Cuballing and Wickepin, 267km, 3 hours
Head south down Albany Highway then turn off to explore the surprising Wheatbelt wineries around Wandering. Perhaps take a leisurely lunch at Tanglefoot then cut across to historical Cuballing and spot the horse sculptures made from horse shoes. There is a lovely walk trail around town and lunch at Cuballing Tavern. Drive 57kms to Wickepin and explore Albert Facey's Homestead and wander the Yarling Brook Heritage walk. Then make your way to Harrismith with its wide variety of wildflowers in season. Depart Harrismith and travel 68km via Taarblin Nature Reserve to Narrogin. Overnight in a local hotel, motel, B&B, farm stay or caravan park. Be sure to head out to Barna Mia for a nocturnal tour, bookings essential. |
Day 2: Narrogin to Wagin, 49km, 1/2 hour
Today explore Narrogin with its heritage streetscape and pretty gardens. Wander Narrogin's Railway Dam or Gnarojin Park then walk the wildflower trail at Foxes Lair or perhaps take in Lake Toolibin home to the endangered freckled duck. Pop in to Downderry Winery for a tasting. Sample some of their award winning wines. In 2016 they have released a new varietal which is rumoured to be sensational. If you feel energetic climb Yilliminning or Birdwhistle Rock before driving some 50km south to the merino sheep farming centre of Wagin. The Giant Ram welcomes you to town - the biggest in the southern hemisphere. Stay overnight in a local hotel, motel or caravan park. |
Day 3: Wagin to Perth, via Arthur River and Williams, 236km, 2.5 hours
This morning take in the Wagin Historical Village for an up close view of the town's pioneering past then drive the 30km to Arthur River with its unique "Rarebits on Burrowes" shop. In season, beautiful wildflowers bloom at Boronia Reserve. Drive north to Williams with its 1km Heritage Trail walk and The Williams Woolshed, displaying a fine range of woolen garments, local wines and have a coffee at The Shed Cafe. Explore the history of wool industry in the Sheearer's Yarn.
On the way back to Perth, take in the Williams Nature Reserve located 10km northwest of the town before completing this itinerary back in the city.
This morning take in the Wagin Historical Village for an up close view of the town's pioneering past then drive the 30km to Arthur River with its unique "Rarebits on Burrowes" shop. In season, beautiful wildflowers bloom at Boronia Reserve. Drive north to Williams with its 1km Heritage Trail walk and The Williams Woolshed, displaying a fine range of woolen garments, local wines and have a coffee at The Shed Cafe. Explore the history of wool industry in the Sheearer's Yarn.
On the way back to Perth, take in the Williams Nature Reserve located 10km northwest of the town before completing this itinerary back in the city.
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