peak charles On top of the world

Located 174km north-west of Esperance, the Peak Charles National Park lies within the Great Western Woodlands, and is internationally significant with great biological richness. Peak Charles towers 500m above the surrounding plain and is visible for more than 50km in all directions, also providing sweeping views over the surrounding heaths and saltlake system.

The walk to the Peak Charles Lookout is a 1hr (2km) climb. For the more adventurous, take the Peak Charles Summit 3hr (3.4km) climb. More information on these walk / hike trails can be found on page 36.

Numerous birds live on and around the peaks. Often several pairs of majestic wedge-tailed eagles can be seen, circling high in the sky. The Peak Charles National Park has an area designated for camping, but there are no facilities apart from a bush toilet and walk trail and for most of the year there is no fresh water. Therefore, it is necessary to be fully self-sufficient and to carry adequate water. All roads accessing the national park are gravel and 4WD is highly recommended. Depending on the severity of weather conditions, some roads entering the park can be closed. Contact DPaW for more info.