York

Historic buildings There are a significant number of carefully preserved historic buildings in York, many made from local stone and some built of mudbrick. The 3 remaining hotels are fine examples of early coaching inns, while the Romanesque-style Town Hall (1911) with its ornate facade reflects the wealth brought into the town by the gold rushes. Contact visitor centre for details.Avon Park: picturesque park on the banks of the river with playground and barbecue facilities; Low St. York Motor Museum: vehicles on display represent the development of motor transport; Avon Tce. York Mill Gallery: At the York Mill Gallery there's lots to entertain the whole family, including shopping, a playground for the kids and the unique toilets. The York Mill was built in 1892 and is now the largest regional gallery in Western Australia. It's also home to the York Mill Weekend Markets and the fully licensed The Mill restaurant; 10 Henrietta Street York. Residency Museum: personal possessions, ceramics and silverware reflect aspects of civic and religious life in early York; open 1–3pm Tues–Thurs, 11am–3.30pm Sat, Sun and public holidays; Brook St. Suspension bridge and walk trail: built in 1906, the bridge crosses the Avon River at Avon Park. A 1.5 km nature and heritage walk starts at the bridge; Low St.

Mt Brown Lookout: provides 360-degree views over town; 3 km SE. Gwambygine Park: picturesque picnic area overlooking the river with boardwalk and viewing platform; 10 km S. Skydive Express: award-winning centre; (08) 9641 2905; 10 km N. Toapin Weir and Mt Stirling: panoramic views; 64 km E. Self-drive trails: 8 different routes including the Avon Ascent through Perth's scenic hinterland to a series of special places in the Avon Valley; contact visitor centre for maps.

Perth 90 km

The Swan River produces many species, including bream, mulloway, herring, tailor, tarwhine, silver trevally, Samson fish and flathead. This is a year- round fishery for the much sought bream. In summer the bream run... Find out more

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Dunsborough 246 km

Dunsborough is about three hours’ drive south of Perth, and offers beach, rock and boat fishing. Local fishing store operator Damien Lane says the rock ledges produce salmon in autumn and winter, Samson fish,... Find out more

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Hiking the Bibbulmun Track 68 km

You do not need to dedicate six to eight weeks to walk the superb 965-kilometre Bibbulmun Track in order to enjoy it. There are plenty of places to get on and off the track, so you can stretch the legs for a few hours,... Find out more

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Perth Zoo 87 km

You can certainly while away a few hours at this excellent zoo, which is involved in conservation and has a breeding program for native endangered species, including the western swamp tortoise, Shark Bay mouse and... Find out more

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Kings Park and Botanic Garden 89 km

Arguably the most scenic botanic gardens in the country, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, with its hilltop location, offers great views over the city and beyond, and has plenty of space for picnicking, cycling and walking.... Find out more

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Diving around Perth 98 km

There are some shore dives in and around Fremantle and Perth, and plenty of great boat dives to Rottnest Island and further afield. Dolphin Dive Fremantle is an eco-accredited dive shop with a large boat, and will rent... Find out more

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Sea-kayaking around Rockingham 107 km

Along the coast at Rockingham, less than 45 minutes drive south from Perth, you can kayak to the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park just offshore, which harbours a host of wildlife. There are Australian sea-lions on Seal... Find out more

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Whitewater rafting – Dwellingup 114 km

Dwellingup Adventures has a one-day rafting trip on the Murray River suitable for novices and children from ten years and upwards. This operator also hire canoes, kayaks, rafts and mountain bikes and, for self-guided... Find out more

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Cycling on Rottnest Island 117 km

You can hire a bike before you get to Rottnest, and take it on the ferry, or hire on the island at Rottnest Island Bike Hire (located behind the Quokka Arms Hotel). The company has tandems, child seats, trailers and... Find out more

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Dolphin Discovery Centre 192 km

This non-profit organisation is committed to education, conservation and research about dolphins, but also provides extraordinary opportunities to interact with these creatures. About 90 wild bottlenose dolphins live in... Find out more

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Snorkelling around Busselton and Augusta 237 km

The marine life growing off and feeding near the historic 1841-metre Busselton Jetty makes it one of the easiest and best snorkelling and dive sites in Western Australia. The Underwater Observatory (see entry below) at... Find out more

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Snorkelling and diving around Jurien Bay and Geraldton 241 km

You can snorkel face-to-face with sea-lions in Jurien Bay Marine Park, or join a boat tour to see them up close. Jurien Charters in Jurien Bay also offers diving on rock walls with lionfish, butterflyfish and wrasse.... Find out more

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Araluen Golf Resort 70 km

Steep forest-covered hills above deep valleys are not the ideal landscape on which to create a golf course. But that did not stop the developers of Araluen Golf Resort – in the Roleystone Hills, 45 minutes... Find out more

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The Vines Resort & Country Club (Lakes course) 73 km

Few courses in Australia let you walk in the footsteps of the game’s best players simply by booking a tee time and paying your green fee. The Vines, as the stage for such events as the Heineken Classic, Johnnie... Find out more

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Mt Lawley Golf Club 84 km

Perth was a booming town in the late 1920s, and as more and more people headed west from the eastern states, the demand for golf courses grew. Four of Perth’s finest layouts – Lake Karrinyup, Cottesloe,... Find out more

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The Western Australian Golf Club 87 km

The Western Australian Golf Club is a hidden gem, particularly to visitors from interstate or overseas. Set amid the rolling hills of suburban Yokine, and covering some of the highest points to be found north of... Find out more

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Lake Karrinyup Country Club 93 km

For more than five decades Lake Karrinyup was widely considered one of Australia’s classic courses. It first won national acclaim when it hosted the 1952 Australian Open, won by Norman von Nida. The Open... Find out more

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Cottesloe Golf Club 95 km

Cottesloe is internationally renowned for its superb beach, backing on to rows of towering Norfolk Island pines and wonderful terraced lawns, an idyllic spot to soak up views of the Indian Ocean. If you were expecting... Find out more

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Joondalup Country Club & Resort 98 km

Few inland courses in Australia boast such visually sensational holes as you will encounter at Joondalup. This 27-hole layout, a 25-minute drive north of Perth’s CBD, is a unique golfing experience and the... Find out more

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The Links Kennedy Bay 111 km

Kennedy Bay has a brief and chequered history. Since opening for play in 1998 this acclaimed links course has been forced to close twice because of financial circumstances involving different owners. The most recent... Find out more

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Secret Harbour Golf Links 112 km

Towering sand dunes covered with thick coastal scrub were the sight that greeted Graham Marsh, former player turned course designer, when he took his first look at the proposed Secret Harbour Golf Links in the early... Find out more

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Meadow Springs Golf & Country Club 118 km

Nearly eight years after American designer Robert Trent Jones Jnr oversaw the final stages of construction on his acclaimed Joondalup layout, he found himself back on the WA coast. This time it was to sign off on... Find out more

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Cafe Bugatti

A local favourite for many years, Café Bugatti has a relaxed, informal atmosphere, with automobile memorabilia adding a fun element to the dining experience. Italian chef and owner Nick Russo delivers generous... Find out more

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Castle Hotel York

The Castle Hotel York serves unpretentious pub fare in grand surroundings in one of the state’s oldest hotels. With a choice of bar snacks and dishes from the à la carte menu, your meal can be enjoyed in the... Find out more

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The York Mill Cafe & Restaurant

Situated in an old flour mill, this cafe shares the premises with the York Mill Gallery. Inside are several cosy rooms, and the outdoor area is also very popular. The hearty meals are well prepared, and eating amongst... Find out more

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The Sandcastle 98 km

The Sandcastle is an up-market option in South Fremantle, with beautiful food, much of which comes from sustainable resources, and organic wines and beers. As well as stocking organic vegetables, grains and meats, the... Find out more

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Feral Brewing Company 70 km

Based in the Swan Valley, Feral Brewing produces a range of sometimes challenging beers that are served on tap at their bar/restaurant (and a handful of other outlets), plus their flagship bottled product Feral White,... Find out more

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Elmar's In the Valley 73 km

Having established a successful smallgoods business, German-born couple Elmar and Anette Dieren branched out to establish this sizeable bar, restaurant and beer garden complex, which also includes a microbrewery. While... Find out more

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Duckstein Brewery 73 km

Duckstein Brewery actually has two separate breweries and outlets located in both the Swan Valley and Margaret River wine regions. The original 60-litre microbrewery (or should that be microscopic brewery) is one of the... Find out more

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Mash Brewing Company 73 km

The simply named Mash Brewing Company debuted in April 2006, adding to the significant cluster of craft breweries operating out of the Swan Valley. Inspired by the Little Creatures model, the brewery is positioned... Find out more

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Swan Brewery 83 km

The Swan Brewery was established in 1857 by early Western Australian settler Frank Sherwood, who had emigrated from England with his family in 1842. Interestingly, he originally set up a school of classics and languages... Find out more

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Billabong Brewing 91 km

Owner Alan Proctor started Billabong Brewing as Western Australia’s first brew-on-premise operation, where homebrewers come to make their own beer and bottle it, using professional equipment. In 2006 Proctor... Find out more

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Gage Roads Brewing Company 94 km

Established in 2002 by former Sail & Anchor brewing team Peter Nolin and Bill Hoedemaker, Gage Roads Brewing started producing beer from the Palmyra site in mid-2005. The US-born pair was apparently frustrated that... Find out more

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Sail & Anchor Hotel 98 km

The Australian craft beer movement was kick-started at the Sail & Anchor Hotel in 1984 when the first house-brewed ale flowed there. Phil Sexton and his partners in the Matilda Bay Brewing Company were building the... Find out more

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Little Creatures Brewing 99 km

After dabbling in wine and working as a brewing consultant in the US, craftbeer pioneer Phil Sexton re-surfaced in the local beer scene, along with a couple of other former Matilda Bay Brewing heavyweights, with the... Find out more

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Beverley Caravan and Camping Ground 29 km

Beverley is a small historic town on the banks of the Avon River, 135 km east of Perth. The town’s main street features beautifully preserved examples of Edwardian, Federation and Art Deco architecture. As you... Find out more

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Beraking campsite 49 km

The Beraking campsite is 8.5 km from Waalegh.... Find out more

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Lake Leschenaultia campsite 49 km

Lake Leschenaultia, 2 km west of Chidlow via Rosedale Rd, dates to 1897 when it was constructed as a water supply for the railways. Nowadays it is a haven for birds and wildlife, and offers visitors activities such as... Find out more

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Waalegh campsite 50 km

This campsite is 9.5 km from Helena.... Find out more

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Helena campsite 50 km

Helena is 8.6 km from the Ball Creek campsite.... Find out more

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Ball Creek campsite 52 km

Ball Creek campsite is 10.6 km from the campsite at Hewetts Hill.... Find out more

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Mount Dale campsite 52 km

Mt Dale is 11.5 km from Beraking campsite.... Find out more

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Patens Brook campsite (walk-in camping) 54 km

Patens Brook campsite is 3 km from the Perth Hills National Parks Centre on Patens Brook Trail, 6 km south of Mundaring via Mundaring Weir Rd and Allen Rd. Walk-in campers here will find basic facilities in a beautiful... Find out more

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Brookton campsite 56 km

Brookton campsite is 8.3 km from Mt Dale.... Find out more

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Perth Hills National Parks Centre campsite 56 km

Visitors here will find a range of nature-based activities, including the many scenic walks available throughout the area. There is a short walk from the carpark to the campsites. Perth Hills National Parks Centre... Find out more

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Banksia Tourist Park 71 km

This is an ideal location for those arriving in Perth from the north or the east wanting to stay on the outskirts. The park is in a semi-rural setting just a few minutes from Midland. The quality park is well laid out... Find out more

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Discovery Holiday Parks – Perth 74 km

This is a great park with excellent amenities, in the eastern suburbs 16 km from the centre of Perth. It also has a van-storage area. Access to the park is easy from all directions along main arterial routes. Bookings... Find out more

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Perth Vineyards Holiday Park 76 km

Situated in the grape-growing area of the Upper Swan River, about 14 km from the centre of Perth, this quality park has easy access to the main routes north and east. It has grassy and paved sites, some with good shade.... Find out more

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Karrinyup Waters Resort 93 km

Just 14 km north of Perth and close to the Mitchell Freeway, this park is just a short distance from the beach. With very good amenities and facilities that include a spa and solar-heated pool, this is a good base for... Find out more

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Woodman Point Holiday Park 99 km

Large and popular, this tourist park has walking access to the beach and is just 7 km from Fremantle. The managers run nature walks around the local area year round. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Guilderton Caravan Park 134 km

Located in a picturesque setting at the mouth of the Moore River, this popular beachside holiday park is on the water’s edge and has good camping and caravan sites. Amenities are basic and a small shop and cafe are... Find out more

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Merredin Tourist Park 151 km

This park is of a quality rarely found in an inland town the size of Merredin and we highly recommend it. From here it is a comfortable 260 km to Perth or 335 km to Kalgoorlie; Merredin is an excellent choice for an... Find out more

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Ledge Point Holiday Park 158 km

This is a new park that opened during 2007. It has the latest facilities and will be a great asset to the area. There is an internet cafe and bookings are essential in busy times. A minimum-length stay applies during... Find out more

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Binningup Beach Caravan Park 173 km

This is a nicely shaded park close to the beach in a small beachside community. It suits the budget-minded traveller out of peak periods. Wood-fired pizzas are available on Friday and Saturday evenings. Bookings are... Find out more

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Dalwallinu Caravan Park 179 km

A council park that has been redeveloped in recent years, this is a very neat and tidy place, suitable for tourists for short or longer stays. It is easily accessible from the Great Northern Highway.... Find out more

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Imperial Hotel York

The fact that all of the rooms are named after champagnes should give you an idea that romance may be on cards at the Imperial Hotel. Built in 1886, the hotel has undergone a major renovation and is one of York’s... Find out more

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Nosh & Nod

Situated next to the town hall and in the heart of this charming town, the Nosh and Nod offers hotel rooms and self-contained accommodation. Beautifully appointed, some of the rooms include spas and one room has a... Find out more

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Old Albion B&B

Established in 1858, The Old Albion is heritage listed and is as charming as the day it was built. The stables have been converted into cottages from a bygone era and include antique furnishings, wood fires and ensuites,... Find out more

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Quellington School House Farmstay

Quellington School House is situated on York’s highest point, Quellington Hill, 20 kilometres from town. The school was originally built to educate the landowner’s children and was opened up to the public in... Find out more

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Tipperary Church

Located in the lovely Avon Valley, just 11 kilometres from York, the Tipperary Church was built in 1892 purely to serve Tipperary Farm, one of Western Australia’s earliest farms. Today the church has been converted... Find out more

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Eadine Springs Rest Area 29 km

9 km E of Bakers Hill (L) or 14 km W of Northam (R) Large secluded picnic area well off the highway among the trees. GPS: S31 42.756 E116 32.369... Find out more

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Bakers Hill Park Area 33 km

West side of town   Parking adjacent to the highway at the information bay. Good facilities and shade.   GPS: S31 44.918 E116 27.439... Find out more

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Meckering Park Area 36 km

Middle of town Large parking area adjacent to the highway at the earthquake display site. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S31 37.996 E117 00.432... Find out more

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Forsyths Mill Rest Area 47 km

11 km E of Mundaring (R) or 27 km W of Bakers Hill (L) Small secluded area just off the highway in a natural bush setting. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S31 52.838 E116 16.585  ... Find out more

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Cunderdin Park Area 52 km

Middle of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway near the museum. GPS: S31 39.098 E117 14.540... Find out more

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Gleneagle Rest Area 71 km

25 km SE of Armadale (L) or 107 km NW of Williams (R) Secluded area well off the highway in a very pleasant forest setting. Good facilities and excellent shade. GPS: S32 17.306 E116 11.430... Find out more

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Sullivan Rock Rest Area 73 km

37 km SE of Armadale (R) or 95 km NW of Williams (L) Small secluded area just off the highway in the forest. Good shade. GPS: S32 22.766 E116 15.028... Find out more

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Bindoon Hill Rest Area 85 km

10 km N of Bindoon (L) or 41 km S of New Norcia (L) Large areas just off the highway on both sides. Good shade. GPS: S31 19.503 E116 09.249... Find out more

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Bannister Rest Area 94 km

84 km SE of Armadale (L) or 48 km NW of Williams (R) A couple of small secluded rest areas just off the highway on a loop road off the parking bay. Good shade. GPS: S32 42.55 E116 32.44... Find out more

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Kellerberrin Park Area 94 km

Middle of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S31 38.004 E117 43.241  ... Find out more

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Crossman Rest Area 100 km

94 km SE of Armadale (L) or 38 km NW of Williams (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good shade. GPS: S32 46.646 E116 35.674... Find out more

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North Dandelup Park Area 103 km

43 km S of Armadale (L) or 15 km N of Pinjarra (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Toilets behind nearby hall. Good shade. GPS: S32 31.125 E115 58.296... Find out more

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Marrinup Camp Area 114 km

5 km NW of Dwellingup Large clearing in the forest 2.5 kilometres north of Pinjarra–Dwellingup Road via Grey Road (2.5 kilometres west of Dwellingup). NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S32 42.138 E116... Find out more

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Baden Powell Camp Area 118 km

8 km S of Dwellingup via Nanga Road and 2 km from park entry Large area in the forest of Lane Pool Reserve. Good shade. GPS: S32 46.3353 E116 04.982... Find out more

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Chuditch Camp Area 118 km

8 km S of Dwellingup via Nanga Road and 9 km from park entry Small secluded area in the forest of Lane Pool Reserve. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S32 47.293 E116 06.558... Find out more

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Pinjarra Park Area 119 km

South side of town Large parking area adjacent to the highway opposite the cemetery. GPS: S32 38.513 E115 52.177... Find out more

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Nanga Mill Camp Area 119 km

8 km S of Dwellingup via Nanga Road and 11 km from park entry Large area in the forest of Lane Pool Reserve. Good shade. GPS: S32 48.102 E116 06.235... Find out more

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Hines Hill Rest Area 131 km

37 km E of Kellerberrin (L) or 20 km W of Merredin (R) Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S31 31.961 E118 05.116... Find out more

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Bandicoot Brook Rest Area 131 km

21 km S of Pinjarra (R) or 79 km N of Bunbury (L) Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S32 48.417 E115 54.180... Find out more

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Nature Trail Rest Area 133 km

11 km S of Regans Ford (R) or 37 km N of Gingin (L) Small secluded area adjacent to the highway in an area prolific with seasonal wildfl owers. Limited shade. GPS: S31 03.848 E115 44.619  ... Find out more

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Hoffman Mill Camp Area 140 km

T/O 44 km S of Pinjarra (L) or 56 km N of Bunbury (R) Large camp area located 18 kilometres east of the highway via Logue Brook Dam Road and Clarke Road. Good facilities and shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed.... Find out more

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Information Bay Rest Area 140 km

3 km S of Regans Ford (R) or 45 km N of Gingin (L) Secluded area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S31 00.100 E115 42.585... Find out more

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Regans Ford Park Area 142 km

South of the roadhouse Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S30 59.208 E115 42.307... Find out more

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Merredin Park Area 150 km

Middle of town Parking area well off the highway in the main street. Good facilities. GPS: S31 28.914 E118 16.494... Find out more

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