Exploring the Golden Symphony: Canola Fields Near Perth
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As we see winter out and start to welcome spring, the Avon Valley of Western Australia start to see their canola crops grow into vibrant golden canola fields that captivate the hearts of both the locals and nature loving tourists.
Approximately 1 hours drive east from the city of Perth is the Avon Valley, where you can start to see the canola fields on the way to York which is 1.5 hours away from Perth. These expansive canola fields near Perth are a breathtaking sight and also a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of growing food and uncover the best kept secrets of the Avon Valley.
In this blog, we’ll embark on the best way to see the canola fields near Perth and why exploring the Avon Valley during canola season is an unforgettable rural experience.
CANOLA Fields NEAR PERTH
What is Canola?
Canola is Australia’s major oilseed crop and Western Australia’s third largest crop behind wheat and barley. Canola is used as a food-grade oil, as stock feed and for biofuel production.
When is the best time to visit the Canola Fields near Perth?
Between the months of August and September.
Local favorite spots to admire from the roadside in the Avon Valley and around York:
Admire the canola fields from the roadside, just like you would any other farm property and next up we will list a farm that you can visit and frolic in the canola fields all day long!
1. Nearest to Perth is Muluckine Road and loop around to Carter Road, Muluckine
2. As you drive to York along the Great Southern Highway
3. York to Northam Road
4. Spencers Brook Road between York and Northam
5. Mokine Road and between York and Greenhills
Where can I visit the Canola Fields near Perth, take take photos and run through the fields like I'm in a movie:
Take a drive to meet Farmers Kevin and Pamela at Peteet park, a 100 acre stud farm that opens to the public during the canola season on Saturday and Sundays for a small admission fee. Cash only and we also recommend you wear boots and a hat. #farmlifeattire
At this stud opened to the public, you can take lots of photos and run through the canola fields. Peteet Park is a really unique farm that specialises in breeding miniature rare and exotic animals. Currently on farm are stud Babydoll Southdown Sheep, Australian Miniature Goats, Australian Miniature Hereford Cattle, Australian Miniature Belted Galloway Cattle, Australian Miniature Pigs and Pet Pigs and Maremma Livestock Guardian Dogs. Also horses, Merino sheep, and alpacas. So you really are in for a special day!
Peteet park address: 1625 Qualen West Road, Gilgering
Stay up to date with the latest information for visiting Peteet park via the below.
Climb Mt Brown for a 360 panoramic view of the York Township
Feeling extra adventurous? Mt Brown is just 5 minutes from the centre of York and is a great hike. Standing at 342m above sea level, the lookout from the top of Mt Brown provides a 360 panoramic view of the York township.
There are gas BBQs, toilets and picnic tables at the lookout, making it the perfect place to have lunch or watch the sun set.
You will also find an interesting plaque dedicated to Laurie Theophler Davies , 1897-1988, one of seven generations of the pioneering family who farmed in the district and whose initiative made the access road to the lookout possible.
Take a hot air balloon flight over the canola fields near Perth
For a unique perspective of the region and its surroundings, consider taking a hot air balloon ride. The breathtaking views from above the canola fields is absolutely unforgettable.
Stay a while around York and meet the locals
Wander cobbled streets, admire colonial architecture, local art galleries and visit the Town Hall and Courthouse Complex. Immerse yourself in the history at the York Residency Museum and taste some seriously good local cuisine in the cafes/restaurants, and hunt for treasures in antique shops.
York is surrounded by fresh country air, natural beauty and some great walking trails like the York Heritage Trail and the Mokine Reserve Walk, which showcase the area’s flora and fauna.
York is a blend of heritage, art, and nature in the Avon Valley and we recommend checking out the York visitors website for all the latest and greatest on the what’s happening the area so you can make the most of your stay!