This spectacular scenic drive will have you driving deep within the valley, under the canopy of the forest, following the rapids and tranquil waters of the Collie River. Lennard Drive …
About Collie
Wellington Dam Lookout
Type: Wellington National Park
Just a short stroll from the Kiosk, you will find yourself in awe, viewing the dam wall and Collie River gorge from a spectacular elevated viewing platform. Ample parking is …
Collie History
Type: About Collie, History
Collie was named after Dr Alexander Collie RN, a ship’s surgeon aboard the HMS Sulphur, who explored the region and in 1829 discovered the river from which Collie took its …
The Quarry
Type: Wellington National Park
The Quarry was formed back in the 1930’s, when material was needed for the construction of the Wellington Dam Wall. The granite face of The Quarry offers a unique backdrop …
Coal
It is widely believed that coal was discovered in Collie by a stockman, George Marsh. Marsh was shepherding for Mr Arthur Perren who had a pastoral lease on the Collie …
Long Pool
Type: Wellington National Park
Long Pool can be described as a secluded oasis with water as clear as glass. This stunning swimming and picnic spot is located along Lennard Drive and is the last …
Railways
In the early years Western Australia relied heavily on railways in developing the inland regions. Essential to the railways were coal for the fuel for steam engines, and water – …
Rapids
Type: Wellington National Park
The first of four scenic stops along Lennard Drive, located in the Wellington National Park. The rapids are best viewed during winter, especially after some nice rainfall, but be prepared …
Timber
Collie with its large jarrah forests provided hundreds of thousands of wooden railway sleepers essential in building the rail network over which the railway tracks were laid. Timber mills were …
Big Rock & Little Rock
Type: Wellington National Park
Big Rock and Little Rock are stops 2 and 3 along Lennard Drive, just after the Rapids. These locations are quite similar to each other, with granite outcrops that line …