Best time to visit Margaret River

Best for: wildflowers, hiking the Cape to Cape track, and whale watching

Mother Nature puts on a stunning display of wildflowers and rare native orchids between August and November (peaking in early October). Pleasant temperatures of 62-71°F are also ideal for walking — there’s little to no shade on the trail so summer can be too dangerous.

It’s quite warm by late November, so it’s a good time to enjoy the beaches before peak season crowds arrive. September through November is also the peak season for spotting humpbacks along the coast during their southward migration.

Best for: beaches, sea swimming, and balmy summer evenings

Margeret River literally and metaphorically sizzles in the summer. Daily highs average 77-95°F and the town’s restaurants, bars and wineries bustle with people. The heat also makes the beaches extra inviting. Take advantage of the warm nights by enjoying long dinners (and a glass of wine or two) with friends.

Best for: hiking, beaches, and sunsets

Autumn is a gorgeous time of year. The days are still warm in March and April, and the evenings are mild enough to wine and dine outside. Daytime temps drop to the 60s, which is great for hiking the Cape to Cape. Autumn also boasts some of the most spectacular sunsets of the year. By May it can feel a little chilly at night and in the morning, but all the more reason to cozy up by a fire pit with a glass of red.

Best for: bushwalking, cozy cellar doors, and whale watching

Winter can be wet and occasionally stormy, but there are plenty of crisp, sunny days to enjoy long walks on the beach and in Boranup Forest. There’s still plenty to do when the weather is bad, from wine tasting to enjoying a platter of local cheese. (The region’s bold reds taste better in winter, anyway.) Whales can be spotted off the coast from June.