Australia's Golden Outback Holiday Planner 2022/23

MT MARSHALL Shire of

the perfect spot for self-sufficient campers or a picnic lunch. Enjoy a walk or drive to the top of the rock where you can enjoy 360-degree views of surrounding farmland and the Lake McDermott catchment. Pergandes Sheep Yards Take a step back in time with a visit to the unique site of sheep yard constructed in 1913 entirely of granite slabs. Lake McDermott Free camping, shelter and fire pits make this a great place to camp or picnic. Season rainfall determines the water level with the lake only filling every 10 to 15 years. Bencubbin Community Resource Centre 283 Monger Street, Bencubbin WA 6477 T: (08) 9685 1007 E: bencubbin@bencubbincrc.net.au mtmarshall.wa.gov.au bencubbin.com

wildflower tours run throughout August and September each year. Places of Interest Beacon Men’s Shed The Shed holds an important place in Australian culture. Visitors are invited to view the restored projects on display and check out current projects. Billiburning Rock Enjoy free camping, waterless toilet, picnic shelter and fire pits at this beautiful reserve. Billiburning provides fantastic views from the top of both cropping and pastoral country, and also offers many great photographic opportunities. Located on the reserve are a gnamma hole and a soak well which are easily accessible. Datjoin Rock & Well Located 18km east of Beacon is the Datjoin Well and Rock Reserve. During the winter and spring months the reserve is a popular picnic destination for picnickers and visitors looking to find some of the best orchids and wildflowers in the district.

Pergandes Sheepyards

Mt Marshall

The Shire of Mt Marshall is located deep in the heart of Australia’s Golden Outback, an easy three hour drive north east of Perth. The two main towns within the Shire are Beacon and Bencubbin as well as the locations of Gabbin, Wialki, Welbungin and Cleary. There is a heritage trail located in the old Gabbin townsite that showcases all the highlights of Gabbin’s history. remains of historical buildings, rocky outcrops, nature reserves and amazing night skies. From July to October you will be treated to a spectacular vista of wildflowers. Bencubbin 270km north-east of Perth The main street includes many original buildings built between 1911 and 1929. Enjoy a walk around the Heritage Trail to learn more about the history of the town including a restored sandalwood dray and the towns first generator and engine. Places of Interest Waddouring Dam & Reserve Enjoy free camping, waterless toilet, picnic shelter and fire pits at this stunning location. Waddouring is a water catchment built in 1929 to provide water to the Bencubbin townsite. Now unused, the water is perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding or enjoying a picnic on the water’s edge. Marshall Rock Free camping, waterless toilet, fire pits and large shady trees make this location If you love the outdoors it is a great place to take a trip back in time and visit the

Beacon 320km north-east of Perth

Beacon Central Community Resource Centre 11 Rowlands Street

Beacon is the farthest north-easterly town in the Wheatbelt. While in Beacon, learn a little more about the pioneer settlement of the town by taking a walk around the new historic walking trail. Beacon has become famous for its

Beacon WA 6472 T: (08) 9686 1014 E: beacon@crc.net.au beaconwa.com.au mtmarshall.wa.gov.au

Beacon Caravan Park

Bencubbin Caravan Park

Walking distance to local businesses and town facilities. The Beacon Caravan Park is surrounded by bushland, providing a peaceful and relaxing environment for guests. Camping and on-site self-contained accommodation options available along with modern comfortable facilities. Visit www.mtmarshall.wa.gov.au to make a booking or find out more.

Walking distance to local businesses and town facilities. Experience a country sunset overlooking farmland at the end of your day. Camping and on-site self-contained accommodation options available along with modern comfortable facilities.

Visit www.mtmarshall.wa.gov.au to make a booking or find out more.

T: (08) 9685 1202 during office hours www.mtmarshall.wa.gov.au

T: (08) 9685 1202 during office hours www.mtmarshall.wa.gov.au

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