Wundowie is a small, historic town nestled between Perth and Northam in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region. Surrounded by rolling hills and native bushland, it offers a charming mix of country tranquility and industrial heritage. Established in the 1940s as a purpose-built town to support a local ironworks industry, Wundowie retains much of its mid-century character while serving as a peaceful gateway to nearby nature reserves, walking trails, and scenic drives.
RV travellers visiting Wundowie can enjoy convenient facilities at the Wundowie RV Park on Banksia Avenue. Offering free short-term parking for up to 48 hours, the park includes essential amenities such as BBQs, bins, potable water, and covered seating areas. A dump point is also located onsite for easy waste disposal, making it a comfortable and well-equipped stopover for self-contained visitors exploring the region.
When visiting Wundowie, travellers can enjoy the town’s peaceful country charm and explore its unique heritage. Take a stroll through Wundowie Heritage Park to learn about the town’s industrial past, or enjoy a picnic surrounded by natural bushland. The nearby Avon Valley offers scenic drives, walking trails, and wildflower spotting in spring, while those seeking adventure can explore the nearby Perth Hills or visit Lake Leschenaultia for swimming, kayaking, and birdwatching.
Tourist/Visitor Information Centre
Northam Visitor Centre
2 Grey St, Northam WA 6401
Ph: 08 9622 2100
E: visit@northam.wa.gov.au
W: www.northam.wa.gov.au/visit/
Casual Parking (near retail centre)
Wundowie RV Park, Banksia Ave
Short Term Parking
Wundowie RV Park, Banksia Ave
Nil cost, 48hrs, BBQ, bins, water, covered seating
Dump Point
Wundowie RV Park, Banksia Ave
Lat: -31.75979
Long: 116.384683
Potable Water
Wundowie RV Park, Banksia Ave
Hospital
Local ambulance vehicle based in town. Regional hospital 25 mins away.
Supermarket IGA 46-48 Boronia Ave
Ph: 08 9573 6229
