Sepulcralis Hill Lookout

Sepulcralis Hill Lookout in Hopetoun, Australia is a must-visit travel destination for anyone who loves natural beauty and picturesque scenery.

This lookout offers sweeping views across the Hamersley River valley and the East Fitzgerald National Park.

The hill is named after the weeping gum (Eucalyptus sepulcralis), which grows only on quartzite hills on the eastern side of the park. The hill is also home to several stunning wildflowers, such as the crimson-flowered Barrens regelia.

The lookout is a moderately easy short walk of 0.6 km, with a grade 2 bushwalk. The walk takes about an hour, and on reaching the top, visitors can see the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valley. The lookout is 175 meters above sea level, and visitors can see the three sharp peaks of the Whoogarup range and beyond to the three central peaks of the Barrens.

The best time to visit Sepulcralis Hill Lookout is during the wildflower season, which is from August to October. Visitors can see plenty of wildflowers and birdlife during this time.

The walk to the lookout is not too long but is uphill and on gravel. Visitors need to wear sturdy footwear and stick to the designated paths. Insect repellent is also recommended.

To get to Sepulcralis Hill Lookout, visitors can drive to the parking area and then walk 260 meters through low dense shrublands to the lookout. The hill is located in the East Fitzgerald National Park, which is about 30 km from Hopetoun. Visitors can also take a guided tour to the lookout.