Yalgoo

Population 164

Alluvial gold was discovered in the 1890s in Yalgoo, which lies 216 kilometres east of Geraldton. Today, gold is still found in the district and visitors are encouraged to try their luck fossicking in the area. The name Yalgoo is from the Aboriginal word meaning 'blood', a rather odd fact given that in 1993 a Yalgoo resident was the first person in Australia to be the victim of a parcel bomb.

Visitor Information

Old Railway Station, Geraldton–Mt Magnet Rd; (08) 9962 8157

www.yalgoo.wa.gov.au

Nearby national parks

  • Kalbarri National Park

    Kalbarri National Park is famous for its spectacular scenery, which features rugged coastal cliffs and towering river gorges, and its...more

Nearby towns

  • Morawa

    Morawa, a small wheat-belt town, has the distinction of being home to the first commercial iron ore to be exported from Australia. In...more

  • Mullewa

    Mullewa, 100 kilometres north-east of Geraldton, is in the heart of wildflower country. In spring, the countryside surrounding the town...more

  • Mount Magnet

    In 1854 the hill that rises above this Murchison goldmining town was named West Mount Magnet by surveyor Robert Austin after he noticed...more

In Town

Courthouse Museum: exhibits of local artefacts; Gibbons St. Gaol: built in 1896 and recently relocated to the museum precinct, it has photographs illustrating the town's history; Gibbons St. Chapel of St Hyacinth: designed by Monsignor Hawes and built in 1919 for the Dominican Sisters who lived in a wooden convent school near the chapel; Henty St. Heritage walk: self-guide town walk; pamphlet available at visitor centre.

Nearby

Cemetery: the history of Yalgoo as told through headstones; 5 km W. Joker's Tunnel: a tunnel carved through solid rock by early prospectors and named after the Joker's mining syndicate, it has panoramic views near the entrance; 10 km SE. Meteorite crater: discovered in 1961, a portion of the meteorite is held at the WA Museum in Perth; 100 km N. Gascoyne Murchison Outback Pathways: 3 self-drive trips exploring outback history: the Wool Wagon Pathway, the Kingsford Smith Mail Run and the Miners Pathway; see visitor centre or website for maps.

Eco-friendly activities around town

Indigenous tours - Geraldton 208 km

Take the Yamatji Cultural Trail to see the Geraldton area through the eyes of the Yamatji people, visiting some fascinating sites, including the old gaol. You can listen to creation stories at significant sites and try... Find out more


Campsites around town

Miners Camp camping area 130 km

Basic facilities are provided in a natural bush setting that’s perfect for bushwalking and exploring the heritage associated with WA’s first coalmine. Come equipped with a gas/fuel stove and drinking water.... Find out more


Breakaway camping area 130 km

Located just off Coalseam Rd from the Mingenew–Mullewa Rd, 34 km north of Mingenew, Breakaway camping area is set in a bush environment in an area noted for its wildflowers and mining heritage. Bring along a... Find out more


Carnamah Caravan Park 168 km

This small caravan park is on King St, off McPherson Street in Carnamah, a historic little country town with many of its old buildings intact. If you’re into fossicking, you’ll love visiting this area rich in... Find out more


Ellendale Pool camping area 176 km

Ellendale Pool camping area is a delightful spot 47 km east of Geraldton via Ellendale Rd. Bring a gas/fuel stove and drinking water. Visitors will find a lovely freshwater pool that laps at a sheer cliff face surrounded... Find out more


Coronation Beach camping area 209 km

Visitors will find sites dispersed among the coastal vegetation on the beach here, a great spot to swim, fish, snorkel or just relax to the sound of the waves lapping the shore. You need to bring your own drinking... Find out more


Dalwallinu Caravan Park 214 km

Dalwallinu caravan park is on Dowie St, providing travellers with a good range of facilities and large shady sites. The town is the first stop on the Wildflower Way, a world-famous tourist route. It’s also renowned... Find out more


Lake Indoon camping area 225 km

This large, freshwater lake covers 130 ha, with a depth varying from 1.5 m to 5 m, depending on the seasons and rainfall. The lake is on the Brand Hwy, 12 km west of Eneabba. The camping area offers visitors a range of... Find out more


Kalannie Caravan Park 228 km

About 300 km north-east of Perth, Kalannie lies in some of the best wildflower country in Australia, in the heart of WA’s largest wheat-producing area. The district also claims more species of wattle (acacias) than... Find out more


Ballidu Caravan Park 250 km

The caravan park at Ballidu is close to town on Wallis St. Visitors in spring have the opportunity to see dazzling displays of wildflowers in the surrounding countryside, when an incredible variety of flora combine to... Find out more


Caravan parks around town

Yalgoo Caravan Park

This is a good example of what a small community can achieve with an attractive tourist park in the main street of Yalgoo. The layout is simple, the amenities are basic and the result is good. Pay your fees (cash only)... Find out more


Mullewa Caravan Park 117 km

On the highest hill in town this council-operated park is as neat as a pin with kerbed roadways, green grass and most amenities. Mullewa is a great base for exploring this spectacular, wildflower region in springtime.... Find out more


Mount Magnet Caravan Park 119 km

We sometimes stay at this good-quality council caravan park, which has all basic facilities. There are shady trees, a patch of lawn for tents and clean amenities.... Find out more


Cue Caravan Park 158 km

A council park in the main street of Cue, this establishment has undergone redevelopment and expansion. It is popular with amateur prospectors who arrive in large numbers during the cooler winter months. The park has... Find out more


Seaspray Beach Holiday Park 199 km

Located on the edge of the water, this park is a good base for a holiday in the town. The owners also operate the adjoining resort, restaurant and fishing charter. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more


Dongara Denison Beach Holiday Park 200 km

This smaller park is ideally located on an estuary and you can enjoy a stroll to the busy boat harbour. It has very good amenities and big motorhomes can fit here, although not on the ensuite sites. The park is busy in... Find out more


Western Flora Caravan Park 201 km

Located 22 km north of Eneabba, time a visit to this park during the wildflower season when more than 300 varieties of stunning flowering plants can be viewed on the property and more than 2000 varieties within 40 km of... Find out more


Batavia Coast Caravan Park 204 km

On the outskirts of Geraldton, this spacious dog-friendly park is easily accessible from the North West Coastal Highway. The semi-rural quiet setting will appeal to many. The park is owner operated. Bookings are required... Find out more


Sunset Beach Holiday Park 206 km

Located on the beach 6 km north of the city and in a quiet location, this is a popular park with tourists and is easily accessible from Highway One. The park is well appointed and a good base from which to explore the... Find out more


Double Beach Holiday Village 208 km

Set at the mouth of the Greenough River just 10 km south of Geraldton, this large, wellshaded park is protected from the onshore winds. Cook in the camp kitchen or buy takeaway food from the park’s well-stocked... Find out more


Hotels, motels & B&Bs around town

Tardie and Yuin Stations

Six and a half hours from Perth, Yalgoo is known as the place where the outback starts. The homestead is comfortable and clean, but the real reason to visit here is to experience life on the station and get a sense of... Find out more


Eco-friendly places to stay around town

Riverside Sanctuary, Ajana 199 km

More than ten years ago, the owners of this sheep and wheat farm, inland from Kalbarri, noticed the environmental degradation on their property from many years of soil tillage compounded by erosion and compaction from... Find out more


Rest areas around town

Kirkalocka Homestead Camp Area 110 km

T/O 84 km N of Paynes Find (R) or 60 km S of Mount Magnet (L) Pleasant camping area 0.5 of a kilometre east of the highway at the homestead. Camp kitchen and some powered sites available. Good facilities but shade is... Find out more


Mount Magnet Park Area 119 km

North side of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S28 03.43 E117 50.56... Find out more


The Granites Park Area 121 km

6 km N of Mount Magnet (R) or 74 km S of Cue (L) Large secluded area well off the highway in an area of unusual rock formations. GPS: S28 00.28 E117 51.11 ... Find out more


Mount Gibson Rest Area 143 km

84 km N of Wubin (R) or 70 km S of Paynes Find (L) Large secluded area well off the highway surrounded by scrub. Reasonable shade. GPS: S29 34.00 E117 09.06  ... Find out more


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