View Wave Rock in the early morning light, or discover Hyden's other attractions, including the Wildlife Park for encounters of the marsupial kind. From Hyden, you can also choose to take a detour east and join the Granite and Woodlands Discovery Trail that leads you through one of the world’s greatest untouched temperate woodlands and onto Norseman. A 40-minute drive to the west of Hyden, Kondinin Bushwalk Trail and nearby Yeerakine Rock offer more chances to encounter diverse local flora, including the Eucalyptus kondininensis (blackbutt). From here, you’re less than 20 minutes from Kulin, an area surrounded by nature reserves showcasing diverse floral displays in August and September. Visit Kulin Shire Council for information, and take your pick from the unique wildflower habitats of Hopkins, North Jitarning and Dragon Rocks nature reserves. Or explore the Macrocarpa Trail, one kilometre west of Kulin. Hakeas, grevilleas, pink boronia, lsopogon, several varieties of Verticordia and orchids, Eucalyptus macrocarpa, Melaleucas, Hibbertia, Dryandra, thyanotus fringed Iily and gastrolobium spinosum are among the many blooms that colour this region in spring. Accommodation-wise, choose from budget-friendly accommodations, a hotel or experience some authentic country living at a local farm stay.