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Bibbawarra Bore  

The spectacle of hot water gushing from the natural 914 metre deep Bibbawarra Bore is a fascinating sight. View the remains of the impressive 175 metre troughs that were used to transport the ground water to sheep and cattle, cooling along the way. ...

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Big Dish  

The ‘Big Dish’ is a Carnarvon landmark. Take a drive out to the site of this massive satellite dish and marvel at the 29.5 metre diameter of the reflector. The building is not open to the public, however you can visit the site and enjoy the panor ...

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Cape Cuvier Coast  

Cape Cuvier Coast is a picturesque natural port close to the most westerly point of Australia. Driving along the spectacular rugged coastline you will be able to see the shipwreck of the bulk carrier Korean Star that ran aground following a cyclone ...

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Carnarvon Tramway  

The Carnarvon Tramway was built in the early 1900s and offers a twenty minute scenic trip from the town centre to the port. Listen to the detailed audio commentary to get the most out of your tour of the Carnarvon Heritage Precinct, and take the oppo ...

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Chinamans Pool  

Chinamans Pool is a lovely spot for picnics. It was originally a watering hole for the township of Carnarvon. The area is suitable for swimming after the river has been flowing. Many varieties of birds can be observed during the year. The best tim ...

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Dampier Salt Mines  

Located on Lake Macleod, the Dampier Salt Mines are an impressive sight from the road. Whilst not usually open to the general public tours can be organised through the Carnarvon Visitors Centre, if there are a sufficient number of people interested i ...

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Gnaraloo  

Gnaraloo is a first class surfing and windsurfing beach along the stunning Coral Coast. It also offers exceptional fishing due to its position on the southern tip of Ningaloo Reef. Gnaraloo offers a plethora of activities to entertain all who visit a ...

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HMAS Sydney Memorial Cairn  

There is a range of items of memorablia relevant to the Sydney-Kormoran disaster kept in Carnarvon. The battle between HMAS Sydney and the German raider Kormoran took place off Carnarvon on the nineteenth of November 1941. Although controversy rages ...

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Kennedy Range National Park  

The beautiful gorges and red rock landscape of Kennedy Range National Park are about a two hour drive east of Carnarvon. Perfect for a four wheel drive adventure, Kennedy Range National Park is the place to go camping under a star-filled night sky. H ...

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Lighthouse Keepers Cottage Museum  

The Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage Museum captures the life of the early pioneers that operated the lighthouse in Carnarvon. It has been restored and provides an interesting look back at the lives led by the original lighthouse keepers during the 190 ...

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One Mile Jetty  

One Mile Jetty in Carnarvon is the longest jetty in the northwest of the state. It is a great spot for fishing for Mulloway and Tailor, where you can enjoy fishing in the deep water without the need for a boat! Walk along its 1493 meter length, and ...

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Oyster Creek  

Oyster Creek is a tidal mangrove creek eight kilometres from town on the Old Carnarvon Road. An ideal place for small boats with a wide variety of fish to be caught. Nature lovers can explore the creek system, coastal ecology at its best with migrato ...

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Pelican Point  

Pelican Point is a beach located six kilometres south east of the town of Carnarvon. It was originally the southern mouth of the Gascoyne River and is now a popular fishing location especially for whiting, bream and flathead. It is also a popular ...

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Pioneer Park  

Pioneer Park is located on Olivia Terrace. Opened on the 28th of May 1980, this park was originally an old cemetery. The park contains a number of relics from Carnarvon's history, including two enormous whale bones which form an arch over the entran ...

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Prawning Factory  

Tours of the factory may be arranged through the Carnarvon Tourist Bureau. Tours are held from the end of March until the end of November. ...

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Rocky Pool  

Rocky Pool is a freshwater pool near Carnarvon. This picturesque setting makes for a wonderful day trip. No matter what time of year you visit the pool, you will be able to swim in the inviting waters thanks to the year round warm climate. Take a wa ...

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St Georges Church of England  

The most westerly Parish in Australia is St George's Church of England. It is part of the largest Diocese in the world. The church, located opposite the Shire office in Francis Street is a historical landmark. It was erected in 1907 and the first B ...

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The Blowholes Carnarvon  

The spectacular Blowholes, located about an hour's drive north of Carnarvon, shoot a powerful jet of water 20 metres into the air in an awesome display of nature. The Blowholes are in a pristine coastal strip where you'll also find white sandy beac ...

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The Fascine  

The Fascine is a picturesque bay in Carnarvon favoured by locals and popular with visitors. Take a gentle stroll along the boardwalk on the oceanfront to admire the coconut and cotton palms that line the path. Stop for a picnic on the grass and stay ...

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