Waroona is a rural service town and tourist centre located in the foothills of the Darling Range,
between Pinjarra and Harvey, in the Peel region of Western Australia, just 110 km south of Perth, the Capital of Western Australia The main industries in Waroona are mixed agriculture, beef cattle, dairy and tourism. The local farms depend on the water from the irrigation system linked to the Drakesbrook Weir. Both Drakesbrook Weir and the Waroona Dam are major recreational areas and have great facilities for a broad range of activities. There are camping grounds, BBQ and picnic spots. Local activities include hiking and mountain bikes, swimming fishing, kayaking, canoeing and water-skiing. There are a number of heritage trails in the area for learning about the history and culture of the region.
A range of restaurants, cafes, food outlets, antique, art and craft shops are located in Waroona and the surrounding towns. The Waroona Agricultural Show is held every October. Local entertainment venues and events include # Drakesbrook Hotel # Waroona Hotel # Lazy River Boutique Bed & Breakfast # Footprints at Preston Beach # Harvey Hotel # Premier Hotel, Pinjarra # Yarloop Hotel # Yalgorup ECO Park # Dwellingup Forest Lodge # British Auto Classic # Waroona Car Show # All Australian Car Day.