About Super Pit Lookout
Super Pit Lookout is a purpose-built public viewing platform overlooking the Fimiston Open Pit, known as the Super Pit, on the edge of Boulder in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Western Australia. It provides elevated panoramic views of one of Australia's largest open-cut gold mines. The lookout is notable for its close views of large-scale mining operations, haul trucks and the vast pit dimensions, with interpretive signage explaining mining history and operations.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a sealed, elevated viewing platform with safety barriers overlooking the active Fimiston Open Pit. The site offers wide panoramic views across the 3.5km long, 1.5km wide and over 600m deep pit, with large haul trucks and shovels visible below. The area includes interpretive information boards, sheltered seating, and a car park. On weekdays, visitors may witness scheduled blasting around 1:00 PM from the lookout. The surroundings are arid Goldfields landscape with mine infrastructure.
Key highlights
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Elevated panoramic view over the Fimiston Open Pit (Super Pit)
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Close observation of active large-scale open-cut gold mining operations and haul trucks
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Weekday blasting viewing opportunity around 1:00 PM
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Interpretive signage explaining geology, mining history and operations