Yanneymooning Reserve » Shire of Westonia

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Yanneymooning Reserve

Located on the corner of Elachbutting and Echo Valley Roads 75kms north of Westonia, Yanneymooning is a 513ha reserve comprising granite rock formations and bushland.

Offering spectacular views with a variety of bird life and flowers, The eucalyptus garden species “Silver Princess” in its natural state can be found on top of the rock cascading into the valley below. Bottlebrush flowers in October/November. Cowslip and Patricia’s Spinder Orchid along with many others can be found at the base of the rock.

The abundant, ornate dragon lizard (Ctenophurus Ornatus) is an entertaining feature of the Yanneymooning Rock.

HOW TO GET THERE

Yanneymooning is on the road to Elachbutting and is ideally situated to visit on a day trip to Elachbutting Rock. The reserve is situated on the corner of Echo Valley and Elachbutting Roads.

No Pets Permitted Nature Reserve