Moochalabra
Dam, near
Wyndham, was constructed in 1971 to provide the town with a
water supply. There is a lovely spot for a picnic under the huge
Boab tree and it is a great base from which to explore the nearby Aboriginal
cave paintings or to watch the local wildlife. No camping or overnight
parking allowed. Pet friendly.
Moochalabra
Creek crossing appears just before the
dam turn-off where you will see lush green growth shaded by large paper bark trees. Be sure to travel on and observe the myriad of bird life around the
waterholes on the
King River, 20 kilometres past the turnoff to the
dam.
The
dam features a unique construction, designed to allow overflow to pass through
the rock on the crest of the
hill. This forms a spectacular waterfall during the wet season. As it is used for the town’s
water supply, fishing, camping and swimming is prohibited.
Nearby Aboriginal
cave paintings are located half way between the turn off and
dam wall. No camping or overnight
parking allowed at this site. No facilities in this area.