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South Branch Ranch

83%

· Bunbury, Western Australia

11 acres hosted by Mike P.

The property is, as the name suggests, on the South Branch of the Collie River. The South Branch of the Collie River makes up the southern boundary of the ranch and is UN-FENCED and totally accessible to everyone on the SBR. The SBR is only small at 11 acres, but it does boast some unique features. Our only neighbour and at this time only fence line on our eastern boarder, the SBR is surrounded by the Australian bush. The beautiful river is the southern boundary and the northern boundary is only designated by the graded gravel roadway of Wolff Street. You can bushwalk, swim or have a paddle in the river while on the SBR. (NOTE: see SBR rules) You could try some hunting for wild orchids in the adjacent state forest. With clear access to the state forest for mountain biking, and even motorbike riding. (BYO) The SBR is pet friendly, with the agreement on booking that ALL dogs remain on a leash whilst on the SBR *see rules* due to the SBR having their own dogs. There is only a short walk to the state forest and your FUR KIDS run and walk unrestrained. The SBR is the perfect secure base to explore the many sites and tastes around the town of Collie and its surrounds. Collie has an outstanding MURAL ART TRAIL featuring the famous Wellington Dam wall art that has to be seen in person to be appreciated and more... The region has an array of beautiful lakes to choose from, with powered water sports on many lakes permitted, including water skiing. There is also the gorgeous “Black Diamond Lake”, which is power boat free, and Minninup pool for swimming. The SBR is almost all bush with some access ways to future camp areas and very rough tracks for walking. We love our bush home and are happy to share with you but, be aware this is the Australian bush and everything in the heart of the Australian bush you will find on the SBR, even those things that you don’t want to find. So most importantly, **see SBR rules** foot coverings will be worn at ALL times. The SBR is NOT a bustling commercial campground with strangers coming, hoons tearing through the area, or navigating a rutted track looking for an out-of-the-way camp spot, leaving ultra early to get the best spot just to find it taken by someone else. The SBR is private property, with someone here on the SBR at almost all times.

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Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Ranch

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21 Ratings · 14 reviews

Mel Q.recommends

October 14, 2024

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Beautiful spot.

Lovely private setting right by the river. Was so lovely to paddle along the river on our SUP. Having access to a flushing toilet, rubbish disposal and water if we needed it was a major bonus. Plenty of fire wood about so we didn’t have to bring any. Lovely spot by the state forest so we came across some lovely wildflowers when we were foraging for wood. Great time had by all. Thank you Mike. 😊

Jayden D.recommends

October 6, 2024

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Peaceful weekend

Nice area at the back of the property, right near the river. Beautiful and peaceful, kayaks available to paddle down the river and a fire pit set up for use. Also very easy to find, close to Collie, and provided access to a flushing toilet. Would definitely recommend for a weekender or overnighter

Stephen P.recommends

October 1, 2024

The SBR

Was easy to get to the site from the road, no issues with not having a 4 wheel drive. Was great having the place to ourselves without having to fight for a campsite. Took my Kayak for a paddle. Decided to leave a day early so we weren't packing up wet tents due to weather. Enjoyed our stay, thanks for having us.

Renee C.recommends

September 17, 2024

The SBR

Great spot

Great spot right on the river. So peaceful. Bonus was the toilet in the shed. Even though Mikes's place was relatively close we felt it was very private.

Emma P.recommends

February 5, 2024

The SBR

Great camp site, awesome location, flushing toilets was a big plus- heaps of room to set up. Mike was a wonderful host. Thanks so much :)

Isaac J.doesn't recommend

February 1, 2024

The SBR

Overall wasn't thrilled with the experience, when I rocked up to the sight the guy that owns the place didn't even know I was coming, in the end I was effectively camping in someone's backyard? Spent alot of money to get down there and left after a day.. the river was beautiful but the experience of the overall trip was a bust

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Noongar and Kaniyang First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mike P.

Joined in May 2023

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