| At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free |
| Location | 8 km north of Quairading, Western Australia (2 hours from Perth) |
| Pet Friendly | See Camps App |
| Campfires | See Camps App |
| Facilities | Electric BBQ, flushing toilets (BYO toilet paper) |
| Vehicle Access | See Camps App |
| In Camps App | Yes |
Toapin Weir is a free camp only two hours from Perth, and 8 km north of Quairading, Western Australia.
This is a picturesque overnighter – along with the great views and interesting history there are electric BBQ and toilets available.
Toapin Weir has actually been built around a natural granite formation, for pioneering families around Dangin. In 1912, and innovative landowner, Jonah Park and engineer T. C. Hodgson built an 18 foot high 200 feet long concrete wall. As thick as 12.5 feet, the wall was all that was needed to capture 4 million gallons of rainwater.
What is cool about it, is that is was all privately done, innovative and I read it rivalled any other scheme – in fact it was “unequalled in the Commonwealth”. And, the water is still useable today.
It was raised in 1935 to help supply Quairading, and connected to Kalgoorie’s water supply in 1965.
See and do
- Climb to the top of the rock for views!
- Check out the history on the info boards
- Stargazing
CAMPS travellers have said this is a quiet spot, spacious and they appreciated the flushing toilet! Remember, BYO loo paper. You’ll see their comments and these beautiful pics in the CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE App.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toapin Weir suitable for overnight camping?
Yes, Toapin Weir is a picturesque overnighter free camp with facilities including electric BBQs and flushing toilets. Travellers report it’s a quiet and spacious spot.
How far is Toapin Weir from Perth?
Toapin Weir is only two hours from Perth, located 8 km north of Quairading in Western Australia.
What facilities are available at Toapin Weir?
The site has electric BBQs and flushing toilets. Remember to bring your own toilet paper as it’s not supplied.
What can you see and do at Toapin Weir?
You can climb to the top of the rock formation for great views, read about the fascinating history on the info boards, and enjoy stargazing. The weir itself is built around a natural granite formation with impressive engineering from 1912.
What is the history of Toapin Weir?
In 1912, landowner Jonah Park and engineer T. C. Hodgson built an 18 foot high, 200 feet long concrete wall (up to 12.5 feet thick) that captured 4 million gallons of rainwater. It was raised in 1935 and connected to Kalgoorlie’s water supply in 1965. The water is still useable today.
Can caravans access Toapin Weir?
Check the Camps App for current details on vehicle and caravan access.
Are pets allowed at Toapin Weir?
Check the Camps App for current details on pet policies.
Is the campsite usually busy?
According to Camps travellers, Toapin Weir is a quiet spot with plenty of space for campers.
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