Free Things to Do on Vacation in Western Australia's Golden Outback

This information is excerpted from http://www.westernaustralia.com

On a budget? There is plenty to see and do while in Australia's Golden Outback that won't even cost you a cent!

Wave Rock, Hyden
Head to Hyden and marvel at a 14 metre high solid rock wave made 2,700 million years ago. Set in vibrant outback scenery, its spectacular colours change dramatically throughout the day. Visit http://www.waverock.com.au for more information

Twilight Bay
Unimaginably white sand, smooth granite cliffs and aquamarine water create the beauty that made Twilight Bay famous. It's Esperance's top spot for swimming and fishing.
Address: Twilight Beach Road, Esperance, 6450
Phone: +61 8 9071 2330


Kokerbin Rock/Bruce Rock
Bruce Rock, an incredible granite rock formation just two kilometres from town, is an icon of the wheatbelt. Just 40 kilometres west stands towering Kokerbin Rock boasting spectacular views.
Address: Bruce Rock - York Road, Bruce Rock, 6418
Phone: +61 8 9061 1377


Kalgoorlie Walk Trail
Immerse yourself in Kalgoorlie's romantic gold mining history on a fascinating walk trail that explores over 40 historic buildings and old miner's pubs, many virtually unchanged from the heady gold rush days.

Mount Augustus National Park
Explore the world's largest monad rock - Mount Augustus. This eight kilometre beast is twice the size of Uluru and rises out of a vibrant red sandplain.

Kennedy Range National Park
The Kennedy Range National Park lies roughly 150 kilometres east of Carnarvon and is surrounded by pastoral leases. The park offers spectacular scenery of gorges and precipitous faces, with a vast plateau of ancient dunefields on top of the range. The area still retains a wilderness feeling, and camping beneath the stark sandstone cliffs is an experience not to be missed.

The National Park is semi developed attracting the more adventurous visitor seeking a wilderness-style experience. However being within an hours drive of Gascoyne Junction, it is also attracting those who want to sample the outback experience, but still feel a little unsure of leaving 'civilization'.
Address: Gascoyne Junction Road, Carnarvon, 6701
Phone: +61 8 9941 1146

Gwalia Ghost Town
Step back in time to the beautifully preserved mining ghost town, Gwalia, in the heart of gold country. Wander through deserted timber cottages left behind when the mine shut in 1963.

Lake Ballard, Menzies
Explore Menzies and be prepared to be blown away by captivating black steel sculpture figures contrasting against the brilliant white of this Goldfields salt lake. Best viewed during a fiery orange sunset.

Telegraph Station Ruins of Eucla and Israelite Bay
Stroll among the ruins of Israelite Bay Telegraph Station, last used in 1917 by early pioneers. Don't miss Eucla's fascinating telegraph station, slowly being covered by shifting sand dunes, with jetty and beautiful beach.

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