Destination information
The discovery of gold in Western Australia in the 1890s heralded a population explosion as fortune seekers from around the globe descended on the Goldfields region to cash in on its natural bounty. Visitors to the Goldfields find themselves astounded by the diversity and beauty of the region’s landscape. If you are heading to Kalgoorlie, be sure to visit one or all of these places in Australia's Golden Outback.
Remote area travel
Australia's Golden Outback is remote - many parks are not accessible by conventional road vehicle, and some places cannot be reached overland in any vehicle.
If you don't have a four-wheel drive or don't want to drive here, there are a number of companies in the regional centres that rent them. If you travel independently make sure you're familiar with all the advice and references for further information in the Know before you go section. Away from parks and main roads, you may need the permission of traditional owners or pastoral station managers for access.
The primary activities in the region include sightseeing, walking, photography, nature observation and four-wheel drive trips.
Commercial operators are licensed to provide a range of tours including nature and sightseeing tours. Search for tours at Tourism Western Australia.
