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  4. Boorabbin National Park

Boorabbin National Park

We recognise and acknowledge Kalaamaya people as the traditional owners of Boorabbin National Park.

Come for a bushwalk in Boorabbin National Park. It’s a reviving place to stretch your legs on the long drive between Perth and Kalgoorlie.

No dogs

Boorabbin National Park
Anne Storrie
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About this park

Conveniently situated on the Great Eastern Highway, Boorabbin National Park is nature’s rest stop. Experience the trees and wildflowers of the Great Western Woodlands. 

There are lots of interesting plants to see. Walk among grevilleas, hakeas and featherflowers. In springtime their showy blooms are eye catching. Also look out for the three types of semi-arid banksia species. Swordfish banksia, inland banksia and the rare Lullfitz’s banksia are all present in the shrubby areas.  

The park takes its name from the former Boorabbin townsite. Back in 1898 the settlement provided water for steam locomotives going to and from the Goldfields. The name Boorabbin comes from the Aboriginal name of a rock on the edge of the park.  

Safety information

Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life! 

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Shield bug on a pink bloom
Boorabbin National Park
Anne Storrie

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Emu tree with pink elongated blooms
Boorabbin National Park
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trigger bloom with lilac flowers
Boorabbin National Park
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flowering acacia
Boorabbin National Park
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Flame grevillia
Boorabbin National Park
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Acacia with yellow flowers
Boorabbin National Park
Anne Storrie

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Boorabbin National Park.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Kalaamaya people as the traditional owners of Boorabbin National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No dogs (or other pets) allowed in this park

No park entry fee

Entry to Boorabbin National Park is free.

Park office / Contact

Kalgoorlie Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9080 5555

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's Golden Outback
Kalgoorlie

Getting there

Boorabbin National Park is located 67km East of Southern Cross. It stretches approximately 60km and ends 60km (approx.) West of Coolgardie.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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    Know before you go

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    Plan your activity

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

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