Timeline
18:54
Drive from central Perth. The park is well signposted off Great Eastern Highway, about a 30-minute journey.
19:09
Arrive at John Forrest National Park. Find a spot with a view toward the WSW. The park is thick with bush and features fountains and benches built by dole workers during the Great Depression. Settle in before the light changes.
19:24
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 18:49, leading into the sunset at 19:24.
19:39
Stay for a while longer. Some roads in the Park are closed before sundown, so ensure you are prepared to walk out or have transport arranged if needed. Enjoy the quiet of the bush as the light fades.
Local tip
Check the route if you need specific transport directions. Be aware that some roads in the park are closed before sundown, so plan your exit accordingly.
Check before you go
- Some roads in the Park are closed before sundown.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Perth (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).