Local Attractions
Jesse Martin Museum - currently closed during summer months.
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This unique collection of memorabilia from the Williams district (and others) has been compiled by passionate local farmer, Jesse Martin. The project began in 1976, with the building of a replica inn, complete with original fittings and has grown to encompass a general store and other replica buildings, farm machinery and an extensive collection of various paraphernalia. Located on 4ha of the family farm, this private collection is available for viewing by appointment only, a donation to cancer research is asked as entry fee.
For further information and bookings phone 9885 1118.
Millbrook Gallery
Situated at Millbrook on the Williams, Lot 50 Albany Highway, Williams 6391
Featuring artworks from West Australian artists.
Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays.
Contact: Heather Higham, 0428 128 181, jhhigham@gmail.com
Dryandra Woodland
Dryandra Woodland is located approximately 25kms north of Williams. This 22,000 hectare forest is well known for its bird and animal life including woylies, numbats, wallabies, kangaroos and possums and for its varied plants and trees. In spring the forest abounds in wild flowers. Accommodation is available.
This woodland features the largest remnant of native vegetation in the western Wheatbelt. It's a valuable and diverse conservation area. Well-signed walking trails guide you through magnificent open eucalypt woodland. The tall white-barked wandoo and paperbark trees are impressive.
If walking isn’t an option, the 23km self-drive Darwinia Drive Trail takes you into the heart of the woodland. Pull-over at each of the five bays to learn about the area.
Dryandra woodland is the place to see nocturnal native wildlife. The local star is the numbat – easily recognised by its stripes You might even see woylies, tammar wallabies, echidnas, brushtail possums, tawny frogmouths and kangaroos.
Have you ever wondered what animals are going bump in the night? Book (in advance) a nocturnal guided tour at Dryandra's Barna Mia animal sanctuary and find out! (Bookings essential).
With all this wildlife to see you may want to stay a while. Congelin and Gnaala Mia Campground have camp sites suitable for tents, camper trailers and caravans or you can stay at the Lions Dryandra Woodland Village.
Whether on foot, or by car everyone can enjoy the wonder and wildlife here.
For further information contact the Department of Conservation and Land Management (08) 9881 1113 or (08) 9334 0333
Williams Heritage Trail
The Williams Heritage Trail was developed by the Williams Historical Society, Williams District High School and the Williams Shire Council. The trail explores early areas of settlement and has 2 section: a 1km walk along the main street of the Williams Township and a 35kn scenic drive to Quindanning. It includes an optional visit to the Tarwonga School Site and Inn, and provides a pleasant half-days outing with opportunities for picnicking.
Click here to download the Heritage Trail Brochure.
Lions Park
The recently refurbished Williams Lions Park is nestled on the banks of the Williams River alongside the Albany Hwy and Williams Sports and Recreation area. The park has toilets, bbq and picnic tables, benches, a nature play area, a long flying fox, large numbat sculpture and parking. A popular and pleasant place to take a break and let the kids burn off some energy, the nature play area includes monkey bars, stepping logs and rocks, a nest swing, slide, tunnel, climbing frame and a rope bridge. The timber and rocks are locally sourced and there are a couple of information boards in the park on local flora and fauna.
There are benches around the park if you need a seat but it was good to stretch my legs before getting back in the car for the 2 hour drive home. The layout of the park made the most of the space along the river bank with a nice display of flora throughout.
Branching off from the park is a riverside walkway which also serves as a dog exercise area. Please use this to ensure your dogs don't mess in the BBQ area and use the bags and bins provided to keep the walkway pleasant for all users.
During Long Weekend, you will find the Driver Reviver van at the Lions Park, this service provides free coffee for drivers. With the popularity of the Lions Park, the Road Safety Commission assisted the Shire of Williams to extend the carpark, creating additional sealed areas for buses, caravans and trailers to park safely. In May 2023, the Williams Lions Park joined the WA EV Network, you will find the EV chargers in the carpark.
Cycleway
For a relaxing walk or cycle, the cycleway begins at the Shell Roadhouse and runs along the river.
Williams Nature Reserve
The Williams Nature Reserve is located approximately 6km north west of the Williams townsite, turn off Albany Highway onto McKenzie Road and travel approx 2 km on a gravel road.
It is set aside for the conservation of flora and fauna and has long been visited by locals and wildflower enthusiasts. A perfect location to see many wildflowers and bird watching. Following development of the site it now provides visitors with suitable access and day-use facilities such as parking, information, a lookout and picnic table.
Future Development is currently being investigated for a walk trail from the Lions Park up to the McKenzie Road lookout.
