Tourism
Gnowangerup, Ongerup, Borden & The Stirling RangesThe Gnowangerup tourist information point.
For more information on the Shire of Gnowangerup and surrounding shires, visit the Hidden Treasures of the Great Southern Website. Please see below a few of our popular tourist attractions. |
The Horsepower Highway
Follow the Horsepower Highway though the great southern.
Stirling Range National ParkThe Stirling Range National Park is the destination for nature lovers to come and see the opulence of flora and fauna. Others may come here to test themselves through abseiling, hiking and rock climbing.
Here you will find some of the best mountain walks in Western Australia. If you are interested in doing any of the mountain walks you must be prepared by ensuring someone knows where and when you are traversing the ranges, always carry water and be cautious of the rapid weather changes that can persist. These mountains can have mists, wind chill and rain can also occur at any time. The walks that are available are: Bluff Knoll - 1096m Toolbrunup - 1052m Ellen Peak - 1012m Mount Trio - 856m Mount Magog - 847m Mount Hassell - 847m Talyuberlup Peak 783m |
Yongergnow Malleefowl CentreJaekal St, Ongerup WA 6336 - 1km from town centre
Ongerup's award-winning centre for community, culture and conservation. The Yongergnow Centre was build by the Ongerup community to raise awareness for the Shire's endangered fauna emblem, the magnificent Malleefowl and it's habitat. Together with the co-located Community Recourse Centre, Yongergnow also offers Light homemade refreshments, Naked Bean coffee, souvenir shop, visitor information, art gallery displaying regional art, public internet access. The Cafe, gallery and meeting room are available for hire for private functions. OPEN: Mon, Wed, Thu 9am - 4pm Sat, Sun 10am-4pm Closed: Tue, Fri, Christmas (24-26 Dec), New Years Day. Group Bookings welcome, discounts apply. Ph: 9828 2325 E: visitor@yongergnow.com.au W: www.yongergnow.com.au |
The Lily Dutch WindmillThe Lily Dutch Windmill is an authentic 16th Century design 'ground-sail' mill. The five story full size Dutch Windmill, with its 22 Ton cap and a sail length of 24.6 meters, is one of the largest traditional Windmills ever built in Australia
The Lily is the only operational flour producing windmill on mainland Australia. You will also find available, unique self-contained accommodation. The Lily is so close to the fabulous views of the Stirling Ranges, which is the perfect base for accommodation to explore the region. Adjacent to the Windmill you will find a 16th century replica Dutch House and Restaurant, all located at the original, relocated 1924 Federation style Railway Station. The Lily is open for accommodation, guided windmill tours and wine & Spelt flour sales by booking only. For further information please go to the Lily Dutch Windmill website: www.thelily.com.au |
Aylmore Mineral Springs
The Aylmore Mineral Springs is located at the northern end of town, along Park Road and is set amongst a beautiful picnic & BBQ area. The high iron content in the water accounts for the unusual colour. The spring slows at over 2 litres per second.
According to Aboriginal folklore two warriors fought to the death and where they died two springs, stained red with their blood appeared. The water is actually stained by the high iron content in the area. On the 7th March 1934, at a cost of 400 Pounds, the towns' first swimming pool was opened to the public. It was fed from the mineral springs which flowed at a rate of one litre per second. The pool was used until 1968 when it was closed due to Health regulations, until the current pool was built. |
Gnowangerup Historical Centre
Depicts over 100 years of history of the town and early settlers.
The proposed Aboriginal Heritage Museum and Keeping Place
will show the history of the indigenous people associated with
the Stirling Range and Gnowangerup Mission.
Ph: Robbie Miniter 0439 982 008
The proposed Aboriginal Heritage Museum and Keeping Place
will show the history of the indigenous people associated with
the Stirling Range and Gnowangerup Mission.
Ph: Robbie Miniter 0439 982 008