Porongurup National Park Park

Western Australian park with granite domes and trails

In Western Australia, Porongurup National Park protects granite domes, karri and jarrah fringe, and marked trails like Castle Rock's Granite Skywalk. Hikers visit for short ascents, wildflower displays and views over the Stirling Range foothills.

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Porongurup National Park at a Glance#

Address: Porongurup National Park, Porongurup WA 6324, Australia

Website: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park/porongurup

Hours: Open dawn-dusk (park access); Granite Skywalk may have separate opening hours

Admission: Free

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How to Get to Porongurup National Park#

The park is about a 45-60 minute drive from Albany and roughly a 4-4.5 hour drive southeast from Perth. From the nearby town of Mount Barker it is approximately a 20-25 minute drive along Porongurup Road. There is limited public transport; hiring a car from Albany or Mount Barker is the most practical option for day visits.

Tips for Visiting Porongurup National Park#

  • Walk the Stockyard Gully / Castle Rock circuit early morning to avoid heat and see birds.
  • Wear sturdy shoes - the Granite Skywalk includes steep metal steps and exposed viewpoints.
  • Stop in the nearby village of Porongurup for local wines; the region is known for small vineyards.

Best Time to Visit Porongurup National Park#

Porongurup is best visited in spring (August-October) for wildflowers and moderate hiking conditions.

Spring
August-October · 10-22°C
Wildflower season and cool hiking temperatures; the range explodes with orchids and hakeas.
Summer
November-February · 18-35°C
Warm to hot - best for early-morning walks; afternoon thunderstorms possible.
Autumn/Winter
March-July · 6-18°C
Crisp air, misty mornings; quieter on the trails but wetter underfoot.

Weather & Climate near Porongurup National Park#

Climate

Porongurup National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (585 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 13° - 26° 19° 23 mm - - 5.1 m/s - -
February - 13° - 26° 20° 21 mm - - 4.9 m/s - -
March - 13° - 24° 18° 27 mm - - 4.5 m/s - -
April - 11° - 21° 16° 38 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
May - 9° - 18° 13° 72 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
June - 7° - 16° 11° 71 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
July - 6° - 15° 10° 83 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
August - 6° - 15° 11° 73 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
September - 7° - 16° 12° 63 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
October - 8° - 18° 13° 54 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
November - 10° - 21° 16° 40 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
December - 12° - 24° 18° 20 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -