Peak Charles National Park
Park Western Australian park dominated by granite Peak Charles
A remote national park in inland Western Australia, Peak Charles National Park centers on a granite outcrop with walking tracks. Bushwalkers visit for short climbs, wildflower displays in season and outback solitude.
How to Get to Peak Charles National Park #
Peak Charles National Park is located in the eastern Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, approximately 300-350 km east of Perth by road (follow the Great Eastern Highway and local access roads). A 4x4 is recommended for some access tracks.
Tips for Visiting Peak Charles National Park #
- Carry insect repellent and sun protection; water and facilities are limited inside the park.
- Check trail status with the DEC or park ranger before attempting long hikes-some tracks are remote and unmarked.
Best Time to Visit Peak Charles National Park #
Best from late autumn through spring when temperatures are moderate and wildflowers may be in bloom.
Weather & Climate near Peak Charles National Park #
Peak Charles National Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.