Take a DeTour to Infinite
Explore the unexplored. View galaxies far, far away … and witness a natural phenomenon from one of the best seats on the planet.
Boasting some of the clearest night skies in the world, the Gascoyne Murchison is the perfect destination to embark on a unique astronomical adventure. It’s also one of the best spots to view the rare total eclipse of the sun on April 20, when the brilliance of an outback morning will plunge into total, eerie darkness.
So mark your diary, book your accommodation, and plan a DeTour you’ll never forget!
Solar Eclipse Stargazing Events
Go galaxy gazing, hear dreamtime stories on ancient country at dusk, and spend time with good company that will quickly become great friends. Anything is possible when you take a DeTour to the infinite wonder of Australia’s Golden Outback!
To align with one of nature's most phenomenal occurrences - a Solar Eclipse, a range of events have been developed to ensure your star gazing journey through the outback is a memorable one.
Wooleen Station Astrophotography Workshop
A UNIQUE PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE The Murchison Region of Western Australia is home to some of the darkest skies in the world. Vast expanses of cattle…
Accommodation that’s out of this world
At the end of a big day under big skies, you want to come back to a place that feels like home. For some, that means camping out under the stars with the family. Check out the range of family-friendly accommodation at either Meekatharra or Yalgoo caravan parks. You may prefer to experience a real working station by staying in affordable converted shearers quarters, or choose a more luxurious stay in a romantic, heritage-listed colonial homestead like Wooleen Station – the choice is yours.
If you’re planning to take a DeTour to the solar eclipse in April, now’s the time to start planning your accommodation!
See & Do
6 days Southern Wheatbelt towns
Astrophotographers’ Paradise
Take a road trip to the stars and skies of Western Australia’s South East Wheatbelt. During daylight hours you’ll explore quaint Wheatbelt towns just…
4 days Perth to Morawa return
Golden Country Stars
Escape the ordinary with this fabulous 4-day road trip. Immerse yourself in wonderful wildflowers, friendly country towns, picturesque farming…
Big Bell Ghost Town
Big Bell Ghost Town, near Cue, was once a hive of activity when the Big Bell Mine was in operation in the early 1900s. The town of Big Bell was…
Mount Augustus National Park
Marvel at the sheer scale and fascinating ancient geology of Mount Augustus on a 49-kilometre two-wheel drive friendly Loop Trail, which allows…
The Granites
The Granites are a significant Aboriginal rock art site, 7 kilometres north of Mount Magnet. It is a place of strong cultural significance to the…
Walga Rock
Walga Rock is a huge monolith, where you can see the largest gallery of Aboriginal rock paintings in Western Australia. Explore the large cave within…
Peace Gorge
Peace Gorge is a stunning spot to relax and take in the beauty of the surroundings whilst enjoying a picnic lunch. Explore the fascinating rock…
Goolinee - Cattle Pool
Cattle Pool, as the name suggests, is a large waterhole where livestock have historically quenched their thirst. It is a permanent water source in…
Mount Magnet Mining and Pastoral Museum
The Mount Magnet Mining and Pastoral Museum exhibits a vast collection of artefacts and photographs from the town’s rich past. Countless voluntary…
Murchison Museum
In the mid-1980s residents from the sparsely populated Murchison Shire banded together to build the rammed earth Murchison Museum. Step inside the…
Cue Heritage Discovery Centre
An intimate display from pre-settlement history to mining and modernity.You will be greeted by a giant map that shows the location of Cue in relation…
Gascoyne Junction Historical Museum
The Gascoyne Junction Historical Museum is housed within the original Road Board Building. It showcases a treasure trove of relics from the region's…
Meekatharra Museum
Located at the Meekatharra Shire on Main Street and within the Library, the museum contains more than 100 photographs and interesting items of…
