Koorda Natural Attractions
Redcliffe
Located 5km west of Koorda off the Koorda-Dowerin road, Redcliffe is a hidden gem found at the end of Rifle Range road.
At the northern most point of the Cowcowing lake system, Redcliffe offers a picturesque contrast from the white salt lakes panes to the red granite outcrops that form the “Red Cliffe.”
The Rifle range is also located here, so please exercise caution if the area is being used for rifle practice.
Mollerin Rock
Located 43km north of Koorda town site on the Kulja-Mollerin Rock Road, it has picnic and camping facilities including picnic tables and a toilet.
Backing onto the old Mollerin Golf Course, there is plenty of room to pull in with a caravan and plenty of shady trees to pitch a tent under.
During late winter and spring, this nature reserve has a picturesque display of wildflowers and beautiful panoramic views from the top of the rock.
Newcarlbeon Rock
Located 21km north of Koorda off Anderson road on the Newcarlbeon Road, the area has an enjoyable picnic area, camping facilities and a toilet.
Winter and spring are the best months to view the abundant array of wildflowers for those with a keen eye.
To the east of the campsite, after a small bush walk, you will find the Newcarlbeon tank.
Koorda Native Reserve
Located 15km north-east of Koorda on the Mulji Road, this reserve has a large collection of varieties of flora shrubs native to the Koorda area.
Keep a look out for the “Koorda Rose” and the resident wildlife flying around the native shrub land. BBQ and picnic facilities are on site, as well as walk trails and a toilet.
Mt Collier Dam
Mt Collier Dam is located 67km north from town on Scotsman Road, Mt Collier Dam is a lovely picnic destination for the whole family to enjoy.
Constructed in 1930 Mt Collier dam has the capacity to hold 170,000 gallons (265,000L).
All the rock catchments, soaks, dams and tanks are
hugely important and significant sites firstly in the wandering lives of the first possessors of this land, then as a source of water for the explorers, pastoralists and sandalwood pullers and then for the settlers themselves.
