About Mount Charlotte Lookout
Mount Charlotte Lookout is a hilltop viewpoint and reservoir site on Mount Charlotte in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Located within the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, it offers panoramic views over the city, surrounding Goldfields and the Fimiston Open Pit (Super Pit). It is notable as the terminus of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme and for its reservoir, interpretive displays and sunset views.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an elevated open-air lookout accessible by road with sealed parking and viewing areas. The site features the historic Mount Charlotte Reservoir, interpretive signage about the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme, and 360-degree panoramic views over Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the Super Pit and the surrounding bushland. The area is landscaped with seating and lawns, suitable for sightseeing, photography and picnics, especially at sunset.
Key highlights
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Panoramic 360-degree views over Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Fimiston Open Pit (Super Pit)
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Historic Mount Charlotte Reservoir - terminus of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme
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Interpretive signage explaining C. Y. O'Connor's water pipeline from Mundaring Weir
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Popular sunset and photography spot over the Goldfields landscape
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Landscaped lookout with seating and accessible viewing platforms