Perth Hills

Perth Hills

Jarrah-forest escarpment above the city — Kalamunda, Mundaring and the start of the Bibbulmun Track.

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8 caravan parks
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Tours in Perth Hills

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Perth Hills Explorer Private Day Tour

Perth Hills Explorer Private Day Tour

6 hours
From AUD $480
The Perth Hills are the city’s bushwalking backyard: granite outcrops, waterfalls after rain, the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail and the northern end of the Bibbulmun Track at Kalamunda.

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Best time to visit Perth Hills

Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: Jul, Aug, Sep — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Jan, Feb if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.

Jan
45°
9° low
22mm
Feb
45°
9° low
16mm
Mar
42°
7° low
20mm
Apr
38°
5° low
32mm
May
33°
3° low
74mm
Jun
25°
1° low
95mm
Jul
22°
0° low
114mm
Aug
25°
1° low
99mm
Sep
30°
1° low
68mm
Oct
36°
2° low
34mm
Nov
42°
4° low
24mm
Dec
44°
7° low
13mm
Daytime high (large) · overnight low (small) · monthly rainfall (blue bar). Climate normals: 1991–2020 from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis.

Photos from around Perth Hills

Shelley Beach Park
Shelley Beach Park
park
Karrinyup Waters Resort
Karrinyup Waters Resort
park
Perth Hills Discovery Centre and Campground
Perth Hills Discovery Centre and Campground
park
Advent Park
Advent Park
park
Cherokee Village Wangara
Cherokee Village Wangara
park
Fremantle Village
Fremantle Village
park
Banksia Tourist Park
Banksia Tourist Park
park
Perth Central Caravan Park
Perth Central Caravan Park
park
WA's old rail trail bike paths: a quick tour
WA's old rail trail bike paths: a quick tour
article
Kalamunda to Mundaring: Bibbulmun Track section done properly
Kalamunda to Mundaring: Bibbulmun Track section done properly
article
Small-group walking tours in the Perth Hills worth booking
Small-group walking tours in the Perth Hills worth booking
article
Getting to Perth Hills trailheads without a car
Getting to Perth Hills trailheads without a car
article
What a day on the Munda Biddi Trail's Perth Hills section actually looks like
What a day on the Munda Biddi Trail's Perth Hills section actually looks like
article

Frequently asked about Perth Hills

Where is Perth Hills?
Perth Hills is in Perth metro, Western Australia, Australia. The destination guide above maps the area; the drive-times panel further down lists distances to other Western Australia destinations so you can pencil it into a longer itinerary.
When is the best time to visit Perth Hills?
Based on 30 years of climate data, the most comfortable months at Perth Hills are typically July, August, September — milder temperatures, lower rainfall, and longer sunshine hours. February tends to be the trickiest month weather-wise. School holiday weeks (Easter, late June–early July, late September, mid-December–late January) get busy and prices rise, so shoulder season is usually the sweet spot if you're flexible.
What's the weather like in Perth Hills?
Summer daytime highs average around 45°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 0°C. Annual rainfall sits at roughly 610 mm spread across the year. The climate panel above breaks every month down — daytime high, overnight low, monthly rain, sunny days — so you can match the trip to the weather you want.
Where can I stay near Perth Hills?
We list 8 caravan and holiday parks in and around Perth Hills above — powered sites, cabins, glamping, and big-rig-friendly options. Pet rules, dump points and shaded sites are noted on each park's page. For hotel-style stays, the Drive Times panel makes it easy to base yourself in a nearby town and day-trip in.
How many days should I spend at Perth Hills?
Most travellers spend a day at Perth Hills to cover the highlights without rushing. There are 1 bookable tours and experiences, 0 attractions and 0+ named viewpoints/landmarks listed for the area on this page — plenty to fill a weekend, more if you slow down and explore the outer reaches.
Is Perth Hills good for families with kids?
Perth Hills is generally suited to families — outdoor space, accommodation options for all budgets, and a slower pace away from the major cities. The "What else is around" panel above lists everything nearby; if a museum, aquarium or wildlife park is what your kids want, check the closest larger town for those.
Is there public transport at Perth Hills?
Coverage varies — major destinations have train and bus links from the closest capital, but smaller regional towns rely on infrequent coach services. The most reliable way to explore the wider area is a hire car or your own vehicle. If you're using public transport, plan around the timetables and check the night before you travel; rural routes are often once or twice a day.
How much does a trip to Perth Hills cost?
Budget travellers can do Perth Hills on roughly $120–180 per person per day (caravan park, cooking your own, free walks); mid-range $200–350 (hotel, paid attractions, eating out once a day); higher-end $400+ (boutique stays, tours, fine dining). Fuel is the big variable — Australia's regional driving distances add up. Tours and attractions in the listings above show prices in AUD where the operator publishes them.
Will I have phone signal at Perth Hills?
Most named destinations in Western Australia have at least Telstra and Optus coverage in town. Coverage drops off quickly outside built-up areas — particularly in national parks, valleys and along long stretches of highway. If you're heading into remote areas, download offline maps before you leave, tell someone your itinerary, and consider a PLB (personal locator beacon) for serious bush walks.

All tours in Perth Hills

Perth Hills Explorer Private Day Tour
Perth Hills Explorer Private Day Tour
★ 5.0 · from AUD $480

Caravan parks nearby

Shelley Beach Park
Shelley Beach Park
Shelley · City of Canning
★ 4.6
Karrinyup Waters Resort
Karrinyup Waters Resort
Gwelup · City of Stirling
★ 4.4
Perth Hills Discovery Centre and Campground
Perth Hills Discovery Centre and Campground
Mundaring · Shire of Mundaring
★ 4.4
Advent Park
Advent Park
Maida Vale · City of Kalamunda
★ 4.3
Cherokee Village Wangara
Cherokee Village Wangara
Kingsley · City of Joondalup
★ 4.3
Fremantle Village
Fremantle Village
South Fremantle · City of Fremantle
★ 4.1
Banksia Tourist Park
Banksia Tourist Park
Hazelmere · City of Swan
★ 4.0
Perth Central Caravan Park
Perth Central Caravan Park
Ascot · City of Belmont
★ 4.0

Nearby destinations

Swan Valley
Swan Valley
Perth metro
Perth
Perth
Perth metro
Fremantle
Fremantle
Perth metro
Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island
Perth metro
Mandurah
Mandurah
Peel
Margaret River
Margaret River
South West

Perth Hills travel articles

WA's old rail trail bike paths: a quick tour
WA's old rail trail bike paths: a quick tour
A rundown of WA's rail trail bike paths built on old railway corridors, from the Perth Hills grade to the flat run into Swan Valley, gravel and all.
Kalamunda to Mundaring: Bibbulmun Track section done properly
Kalamunda to Mundaring: Bibbulmun Track section done properly
Twenty-two kilometres of jarrah forest between two Perth Hills towns. Here's what the Kalamunda to Mundaring section of the Bibbulmun Track actually delivers, and what it doesn't.
Small-group walking tours in the Perth Hills worth booking
Small-group walking tours in the Perth Hills worth booking
Small-group walking tours through the Perth Hills get you past the lookout car parks and into the bush properly, without the big-bus shuffle.
Getting to Perth Hills trailheads without a car
Getting to Perth Hills trailheads without a car
No car? You can still reach most Perth Hills trailheads by train and bus, with a bit of planning. Here's what actually works and what doesn't.
What a day on the Munda Biddi Trail's Perth Hills section actually looks like
What a day on the Munda Biddi Trail's Perth Hills section actually looks like
A blunt look at riding the Munda Biddi Trail Perth Hills sections in a day: surfaces, climbs, tyre pressure, and where it's worth stopping along the way.
Hovea Falls walk: a Perth Hills loop worth the half-day
Hovea Falls walk: a Perth Hills loop worth the half-day
The Hovea Falls walk through John Forrest National Park is a short, grade 3 loop with a seasonal payoff. Here's what it's actually like underfoot.
Perth Hills caravan parks near the best trailheads
Perth Hills caravan parks near the best trailheads
Perth Hills caravan parks near the best trailheads let you walk Kattamordo or join the Bibbulmun Track without moving the van each morning.
Kalamunda or Mundaring: which Perth Hills start point wins
Kalamunda or Mundaring: which Perth Hills start point wins
Kalamunda or Mundaring for a Perth Hills day out? I've ridden both starting points enough times to rate the surfaces, the climbs and the coffee stops honestly.