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.
Peak Charles National Park at a Glance#
Address: Peak Charles National Park, Western Australia
Website: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park/peak-charles
Hours: Park open year-round; ranger station hours vary seasonally
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 15° - 30° | 22° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 15° - 29° | 22° | 16 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 14° - 27° | 20° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 12° - 24° | 18° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 37 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 17° | 12° | 37 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 6° - 17° | 11° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 20° | 13° | 25 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 22° | 15° | 18 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 11° - 25° | 18° | 30 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 13° - 28° | 21° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |