Serpentine Falls

Waterfall Waterfall in Serpentine National Park, popular picnic spot

A waterfall in Western Australia’s Serpentine National Park where visitors picnic, swim in seasonal pools, and follow short walking tracks through jarrah and marri woodlands.

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Serpentine Falls is a natural waterfall in Serpentine National Park in Western Australia, southwest of the Darling Range and southeast of Perth. It is the park’s principal attraction and a focal point for short walks and picnics.

The site features a main waterfall that drops into a rock pool with surrounding granite outcrops, lookout platforms and a short accessible walking trail from the car park. Picnic and barbecue facilities are provided near the park entrance and the falls are commonly visited on day trips from Perth.

The falls are a natural feature managed as part of Serpentine National Park by the Western Australian parks authority. The area is notable for local native vegetation and seasonal wildflowers in spring.

Geographically the falls sit in the Darling Range within Serpentine National Park, approximately 55 kilometres southeast of central Perth and accessible by sealed road and a brief walk from the park car park.

  • Distance from Perth: Located within Serpentine National Park roughly 55 kilometres southeast of Perth, making it a common day-trip destination from the city.
  • Visitor facilities: Site includes a short walking trail, lookout platforms and a picnic area; the main pool below the falls has been used for informal swimming when conditions allow.
Serpentine Falls
Serpentine Falls, Serpentine National Park, approx. 55 km south of Perth, Western Australia
-32.3680, 116.0112
Park open daylight hours

How to Get to Serpentine Falls #

Serpentine Falls is about 55 km south of Perth. Drive on the Kwinana Freeway (State Route 2) then follow local roads toward Jarrahdale/Serpentine National Park; signage marks the falls and parking areas. Public transport options are limited; car travel is the simplest route.

Tips for Visiting Serpentine Falls #

  • Arrive before late morning to avoid crowds and to catch the best light on the falls.
  • Walk the short trail to the pool edge but respect signage - rocks can be slippery after rain.
  • Combine with nearby Serpentine National Park trails for a longer day out.

Best Time to Visit Serpentine Falls #

Best in spring and after winter rains for stronger flows and wildflowers.

Spring
September-November · 10-22°C
Wildflowers and reliable flows make the falls photogenic.
Autumn/Winter
April-August · 8-18°C
Cooler weather and higher water flow after winter rains.

Weather & Climate near Serpentine Falls #

Climate

Serpentine Falls's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1060 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 32°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 30°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (211 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

211 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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