About this place
Dryandra arboretum was established between 1956 and 1960 by the Forests Department to demonstrate the suitability of tree species for revegetating farmland. A variety of different kinds of trees were planted, predominantly eucalypts, along with an assortment of melaleucas, acacias (wattles) and sheoaks.
This living gallery features a wonderful variety of colours, textures, shapes and forms. It’s a great place to stop for a picnic or take a leisurely stroll amongst the trees and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest.
Birdwatching is a favourite activity at Dryandra and this is also a good site to look for a colourful collection of birds that include scarlet robin, red-capped robin, western yellow robin and painted button quail. The elusive numbat, a threatened species and Western Australia’s State mammal emblem, has also been seen here.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
Western Shield - The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife.
Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Pets are not permitted in this park.
For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.
Activities
Bushwalking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Dryandra Aboretum.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Wiilman people as the Traditional Owners of Dryandra Woodland National Park.