Yanchep National Park
Park Coastal national park with limestone caves and koalas
A coastal park north of Perth featuring limestone caves, lakes and boardwalks through woodlands; visitors come for koala boardwalks, guided cave tours, Aboriginal cultural programs and picnic areas.
Yanchep National Park is a protected area on the Swan Coastal Plain in Western Australia, north of Perth. The park preserves coastal woodlands, wetlands and limestone karst, and is known for accessible wildlife and cave features.
Walking trails, picnic areas and lookouts provide visitor access to wetlands inhabited by waterbirds, while guided walks and short drives allow sightings of native mammals. Several show caves and interpretive facilities explain the park’s natural and cultural values.
The area has been managed for conservation and recreation by the state parks agency and includes infrastructure for day visitors, education and Aboriginal cultural interpretation.
The park lies approximately 50 to 60 kilometres north of central Perth on the coastal plain, between suburban Perth and the more remote coastal hinterland.
- Wildlife and caves: The park contains limestone caves and a managed koala colony, offering accessible wildlife viewing close to Perth.
How to Get to Yanchep National Park #
Yanchep National Park is reached by car via the Mitchell Freeway (State Route 2) northbound from Perth; follow signs for State Route 60 (Marmion Avenue), then Wanneroo Road and Yanchep Road. The park is about a 45-60 minute drive from Perth CBD, depending on traffic. Transperth buses service Yanchep from Joondalup (Route 490/491 to Yanchep), then a short taxi or local bus may be required to reach park facilities.
Tips for Visiting Yanchep National Park #
- Arrive before 9:00 AM to see koalas awake on the boardwalk and to avoid tour-bus groups.
- Use the Haynes Road / Yanchep National Park entrance; the picnic and Loch McNess area are a short walk from the carpark.
- Book any cave or night-spotlighting tours in advance through the park website - they run only on selected days.
Best Time to Visit Yanchep National Park #
Best visited outside the peak summer heat. Mornings are quietest for wildlife viewing, late afternoons good for light on Loch McNess.
Weather & Climate near Yanchep National Park #
Yanchep National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (716 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (147 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and breezy conditions.
