Stirling Range National Park
Park Mountainous park in Western Australia with wildflower displays
In Western Australia’s Stirling Range National Park, hikers aim for jagged peaks like Bluff Knoll and seasonal wildflower displays; the park offers multi-day trails and mountain viewpoints.
How to Get to Stirling Range National Park #
From Albany, drive northwest on Chester Pass Road and then inland via Stirling Range Road-about a 2-2.5 hour drive (roughly 340 km) from Perth by car. The park is accessed by sealed and gravel roads; allow extra time for rural driving.
Tips for Visiting Stirling Range National Park #
- Hike Bluff Knoll for sunrise but be prepared for sudden weather changes-pack a waterproof layer.
- Hire a local guide to find wildflowers and learn about endemic plant species; many are found nowhere else on Earth.
- Fuel up in the nearby town of Cranbrook or the village of Stirling before heading into the park-services are limited.
Best Time to Visit Stirling Range National Park #
Spring wildflower displays (September-November) and cooler shoulder seasons are the most rewarding times to visit.
Weather & Climate near Stirling Range National Park #
Stirling Range National Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.
