Wildflowers

Where to See Australia’s Best Wildflowers This Spring

From the end of winter through to the new year, Australia bursts into colour. Across deserts, coastlines, mountains, and country roads, wildflowers bloom in dazzling displays, many species found nowhere else on Earth. Whether you’re a keen photographer, nature lover, or just after a scenic spring escape, here are the top places to witness Australia’s floral show.

Wildflower Country – Western Australia

Western Australia delivers one of the largest wildflower displays on the planet, with more than 12,000 species – 60% unique to the state. From carpets of everlastings to rare orchids, colour floods the landscape in Coalseam Conservation Park, Lesueur National Park, and throughout the Mid West.

Best time to visit: August to October

Flinders Ranges & Outback – South Australia

In spring, the rugged landscapes of the Flinders Ranges transform into a painter’s palette, with bursts of purple, pink, and yellow wildflowers. Mount Remarkable National Park and Alligator Gorge offer some of the most accessible and vivid displays, especially after good winter rains.

Best time to visit: September to November

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – Victoria

Home to over a third of Victoria’s flora, including the state emblem – the pink common heath – the Grampians is often called the “garden of Victoria.” Visit during Petyan, the traditional wildflower season, and explore trails that lead to carpets of native blooms framed by dramatic sandstone peaks.

Best time to visit: August to November

Kosciuszko National Park – New South Wales

As snow melts in the alpine high country, wildflowers flood the meadows with splashes of purple, yellow, and pink. Follow the Kosciuszko Summit Walk from Thredbo or cycle the Thredbo Valley Track to see rare alpine species, 21 of which are found only here.

Best time to visit: August to early October

Larapinta Trail – Northern Territory

This 223km trail through the West MacDonnell Ranges showcases the desert in bloom, with bright yellow curry wattles, purples, and delicate desert wildflowers contrasting against red rock. Even short sections of the trail reward walkers with remarkable displays.

Best time to visit: May, or August to September

Sunflower Farms – Queensland

While not native wildflowers, Queensland’s sunflower fields offer a golden spectacle worth chasing. The Toowoomba and Warwick regions – including Allora, Nobby, and Clifton – are the most reliable spots, though blooming is weather dependent.

Best time to visit: January to March