Mirima National Park
National Park Small sandstone formation park with striking rock formations
Near Kununurra, Mirima National Park contains rounded sandstone formations and short walking trails; visitors come to inspect the Ordovician rock shapes, take interpretive walks and photograph the compact landscape.
Mirima National Park is a small national park in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, directly adjacent to the township of Kununurra. It is noted for distinctive orange and white sandstone formations and cliffs often described as a compact version of other regional sandstone landscapes.
Short walking trails and boardwalks lead to lookouts over ribbed sandstone domes, narrow gorges and small rock pools; most walks are under a few kilometres and suitable for day visits. The park’s compact scale makes it a popular stop for visitors based in Kununurra and for short guided walks.
The park’s landforms are erosional sandstone features formed over long geological time periods rather than human-made structures. Vegetation is typical of the Kimberley sandstone-country and adapts to seasonal wet and dry cycles.
Mirima sits on the outskirts of Kununurra in the eastern Kimberley of Western Australia, making it one of the most accessible sandstone-formation parks in the region.
- Hidden Valley proximity: Known locally as the "Hidden Valley," the park is immediately adjacent to the town of Kununurra and is highly accessible by short walking tracks and lookouts.
How to Get to Mirima National Park #
Mirima lies on the eastern edge of Kununurra; it is a short drive from town via sealed roads and has a small carpark and defined walking tracks.
Tips for Visiting Mirima National Park #
- Arrive at dawn to hear the Kimberley's birdlife waking - rock wallabies are most active in the cooler hours.
- Bring sun protection and plenty of water; the park lies in a hot, tropical region with strong sun.
- Stay on marked trails - Mirima's fragile sandstone domes are subject to erosion and some areas are culturally sensitive to the Miriwoong people.
Best Time to Visit Mirima National Park #
The dry season is the clearest window for visiting; wet season is dramatic but logistically challenging.
Weather & Climate near Mirima National Park #
Mirima National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 15°C to 39°C. Moderate rainfall (842 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 38°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (205 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 37°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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December
December is hot, feeling like 36°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
