Historic Greenough Hamlet
Located 30 kilometres South of Geraldton, the historic Greenough Hamlet was first settled
by pioneers who realised the potential of the areas rich, fertile soil. An area formed by
ancient glacier flows and known as "The Greenough Flats" it houses 11 charmingly
restored stone buildings, all of historical significance and preserved as a national heritage
site. Open daily from 9am til 5pm, the Hamlet is a short driving distance from Drummond Cove
Holiday Park.
Around the Hamlet area you will also find a great many of the famous "Greenough Leaning
Trees". This particular species - Eucalyptus Camaldulensis has learnt to adapt in the
strong windy conditions of this area by growing almost horizontal to the ground.
Greenough Hamlet also makes an ideal mid-morning stopover point on your journey South to
explore Dongara as well as the farming and wildflower regions
of the surrounding areas.
Water Playground
One of the worlds best windsurfing
regions, Geraldton also has many top quality surfing and sailing areas, all easily accessible.
Some of the reef breaks offshore are good enough to rival any in the country and are host
to some large surfing carnivals annually.
35km's North of Geraldton, Coronation Beach is renowned as being
one of the world's best wave jumping locations. Even if you don't windsurf yourself, it's
worth the trip to watch the awesome wave jumping action. Drummond Cove Holiday Park is situated
a little under half way between Geraldton and Coronation beach, an ideal base camp if you
are interested in seeing some of the worlds best wave jumpers in action.
As well as wind-powered sports the waters off the Midwest coast also boast some of the best
diving in Western Australia. If the length of your stay permits, it is worth while visiting
the Abrolhos Islands. A short boat or plane ride away, you will find a large variety of coral
reef formations and ship wrecks to dive on.
The Midwest region is also a great
fishing destination, as the local Western Rock Lobster or Crayfish industry will attest to.
Wether you are looking for big game fishing or quiet angling, the warm waters of the Leeuwin
current are abundant in many varieties of fish. We even carry a range of tackle and bait in
our on-site store and delicatessen.
National Parks
The Midwest is surrounded by a large number of National parks. From the Coal-Seam Conservation
Park in the South to Kalbarri
National Park to the north, they are all in a days travelling distance from Drummond Cove
Holiday Park, making us the perfect place to explore the region from.
If you are interested in exploring the flora and fauna of the region, specifically looking
at wildflowers, the Coal Seam Conservation Park near Mullewa is one of the areas more spectacular
places to start. As well as National Parks in this region there are also a number or regional
and council parks worth looking at. Information is available from any of the tourist bureaus
that service the area or ask our friendly staff. You can also visit the Nature Base website's Park
Finder Online for information.
For sheer beauty Kalbarri National Park and it's magnificent river gorges and coastal cliff
faces is a truly breath taking place to visit. Although not as spectacular as in the southern
areas, Kalbarri
National Park is also awash with the colours of wildflowers between the months of June
and November.
Extensive History
As soon as you enter the Midwest region, you will notice the
amount of historically significant landmarks and buildings that are dotted throughout the
area. As one of the first area of exploration by settlers, there are some of the states oldest
historical buildings here.
The surrounding towns of Mingenew, Perenjori and Morawa are also
great places to explore if you are travelling through this area. All of them boasting attractions
of significant historical value in forming this great state.
As
you can see from the short insight that we have given here, there are a great deal of things
to do in the Midwest region. Why not let Drummond Cove Holiday Park be your home away from
home to explore this fantastic region?
For more information use our online
contact form on our contact
page or find out how else to get in touch with us.
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