Beacon is a small town in the north-east wheatbelt in the Shire of Mt Marshall, approximately 320km north-east of Perth, along the Wheatbelt Way self drive route.
Beacon has the great feature of being the farthest north-easterly town in the Wheatbelt. As such, it is not a typical Wheatbelt location, adjacent to extensive native bushland and pastoral country.
There are numerous granite and other rock formations, many of which have been harnessed for the collection of rainwater.
Beacon attractions
- Datjoin Rock is a unique rock formation located east of Beacon. Also see Datjoin Well and picnic area at the location.
- The Billiburning Rock reserve provides excellent views of farmland and pastoral country. View a pioneer well and gnamma hole.
- Tampu and Datjion wells provide beautiful picnic spots in wildflower season.
- Granite outcrops and remnant bushland provide excellent bird watching sites.
- Visit the Beacon Museum located onsite at the Beacon Central Visitor Centre at 11 Rowlands Street. Open Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm.
- Beacon’s Men’s Shed located on Lucas Street houses a large number of restored tractors & farm machinery. Open most days 9am - 5pm.
Visit the Shire of Mt Marshall website www.mtmarshall.wa.gov.au or www.beaconwa.com.au for further information about Beacon.
Things to see and do in and around Beacon
The Wheatbelt Way
Take a road trip through the fascinating Northern Wheatbelt, along the Wheatbelt Way. An area that boasts a rich and extensive history, charming and friendly people, and all located in a diverse and truly Australian landscape.
Follow the video links below and discover the unique attractions of Western Australia's North-East Wheatbelt along the Wheatbelt Way.
