Wimmera Mallee
FEELS LIKE the horizon never ends
The Wimmera Mallee stretches wide and honest, a landscape where the horizon feels endless and every stop reveals a story shaped by resilience, creativity and quiet pride. This is country that doesn’t shout for attention. It earns it slowly, through open roads, big skies and places that linger in your mind long after you leave.
Grain silos rise like landmarks, transformed into towering works of art along the Silo Art Trail. Each mural captures the spirit of its town, turning working infrastructure into cultural icons. In Sea Lake, Lake Tyrrell glows pink at dawn and dusk, its mirror-like surface reflecting sky and salt in a way that feels almost otherworldly.
The Stick Shed stands vast and unexpected on the plains, a cathedral of timber born from necessity and vision. In the Little Desert National Park, sandy tracks wind through mallee scrub and wildflower country, offering solitude, wildlife encounters and the freedom to roam.
Towns like Dimboola bring creativity and community together, where river walks, street art and local hospitality invite you to slow down and stay awhile. This is a region where conversations come easily, journeys unfold without hurry and space is part of the experience.
The Wimmera Mallee rewards curiosity. It invites you to travel lightly, look closely and discover beauty in the open, the unexpected and the quietly extraordinary.
Highlights
Silo Art Trail
FAQs
What is the Wimmera Mallee best known for?
The region is known for its expansive landscapes, the iconic Silo Art Trail, pink salt lakes like Lake Tyrrell, unique heritage sites such as the Stick Shed and the wild, sandy country of Little Desert National Park. Warm, country hospitality welcomes you at every town, and the lakes and waterways brim with adventure and serenity.
What is the Silo Art Trail?
The Silo Art Trail is a collection of large-scale murals painted on grain silos across the Wimmera Mallee. Each artwork reflects local stories, people and landscapes, making it a popular self-drive cultural experience. The trail begin in 2016, when the Brim silo was painted. Over 10 years, the trail has expanded to 18 silos and over 700km across the Wimmera Mallee region.
Can I visit Lake Tyrrell at any time of year?
Yes. Lake Tyrrell is accessible year-round, but its colour and reflections are most striking at sunrise and sunset, particularly after rainfall. Visitors should respect the fragile salt surface and follow local guidance.
What can I do in Little Desert National Park?
Little Desert National Park offers four-wheel driving on sandy tracks, bushwalking, camping, birdwatching, and stunning seasonal wildflower displays. Its sandy tracks and mallee landscapes provide a quieter, more remote national park experience. Please note, that only the western block of the Little Desert National Park is open for visitors. The remainder of the park is closed to give it time to heal and regenerate after the 2025 bushfire. Horseshoe Bend campground is open for visitors to enjoy.
Is there much history to explore in the Wimmera Mallee?
Absolutely. The Stick Shed is a standout example of agricultural ingenuity, and museums like the Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum, Woods Heritage Museum, and the Murtoa Museum precinct show glimpses into days gone by.
Is the Wimmera Mallee suited to road trips?
Yes. The region is ideal for road trips, with long open stretches, scenic drives and small towns spaced perfectly for relaxed exploration and unplanned discoveries.
What is the worlds smallest registered mountain?
The worlds smallest registered mountain is Mt Wycheproof, located in the town of Wycheproof. The mountain is also host the the worlds toughest footrace, King of The Hill, where competitors race to the top of the mountain carrying a bag of grain. Walking or driving to the top, you will be rewarded with stunning vistas of the Wimmera Mallee plains. Once you've scaled to the summit, head to the post office or Bakery on Broadway to pick up your certificate of completion!
Is there accommodation in the Wimmera Mallee?
There are a range of accommodation options across the region. From motels, classic pub rooms, quirky stays, and stunning caravan parks with new cabins, there is something for everyone. Bringing the caravan is easy, with parks in all corners of the region. From free sites, to cheap (and proudly so) caravan parks, you won't struggle to find a spot to set up and slow down.
Are there lakes in the Wimmera Mallee?
There are a number of recreational lakes across the Wimmera Mallee. Most with shoreside camping and amenities, they are the perfect place to unwind with a rod, take the boat in for a ski, or have a float on a lilo.
