Greater Preston National Park

Greater Preston National Park is a large nature reserve in Western Australia covering approximately 11000 hectares of diverse woodland and shrubland habitats. The landscape contains several distinct vegetation zones, with old-growth Jarrah forests forming the backbone of the ecosystem alongside denser shrub areas and scattered Wandoo trees.

The reserve received formal protection as a Class A reserve in 2004 as part of a broader conservation initiative affecting multiple natural areas across the region. This designation marked a turning point in how the landscape was managed and protected under law.

The Kaniyang and Wiilman peoples have lived on and shaped this land for generations, and their relationship with it remains central to how the reserve is understood today. Walking through the park, you encounter a landscape that reflects this ongoing connection and stewardship.

The Bibbulmun Track, a long-distance walking route, passes through the western section of the park and is popular with hikers seeking multi-day treks through natural landscape. The park suits both day visitors and those planning longer expeditions, depending on fitness and available time.

The eastern section features thick shrubland that provides shelter for rare animals like tammar wallabies and woylies, small marsupials found in few places today. Their presence in the park indicates a healthy ecosystem supporting species that struggle elsewhere.

Location: Shire Of West Arthur

GPS coordinates: -33.56676,116.24018

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07