The Amphitheatre

This beautiful ridge of granite soars above the surrounding landscape and is particularly beautiful in the glow of sunset. Weather and erosion have worn parts of the granite rock away to create the caverns and caves.

These shelters have provided a safe haven for countless animals over thousands of years including ones that have become extinct such as the Lesser Stick-nest Rat.

There is evidence to suggest the Amphitheatre was the site of an ancient waterfall. The unusual ‘dip’ in front of the rock face is not seen at other eroding breakaways, suggesting the presence of large volumes of water over time.

The Amphitheatre’s many nooks and crannies make it a popular place for animals including birds of prey, honeyeaters, bungarra and kangaroos. If you look carefully, you’ll find evidence of all these animals and more around the Amphitheatre.

And don’t forget to let off a ‘Coo-ee’ to hear the sound echoed back to you!