Lake Tyrrell

Lake Tyrrell is one of Australia’s most extraordinary natural landscapes — a vast pink Salt Lake that shifts with the seasons and offers some of the country’s most breathtaking dark‑sky and astrophotography experiences. Its mirror‑like surface, endless horizons and rare geological formations draw visitors from around the world, creating a sense of space, stillness and wonder that defines this iconic Wimmera Mallee destination.

Lake Tyrrell also holds deep cultural significance for the Boorong people, one of the world’s most respected star‑watching cultures. For thousands of years, the lake’s open skies and reflective surface have acted as a natural observatory, helping the Boorong map constellations, track seasons and embed astronomical knowledge into stories that continue to shape Country today. The lake’s name, meaning “sky,” reflects this enduring connection between land, stars and community, and visitors are encouraged to experience the site with respect for its cultural importance.

Lake Tyrrell – A landscape that transforms with the seasons

What makes Lake Tyrrell truly unique is its ability to transform with the seasons. After rain, the shallow saltpan becomes a vast mirror that perfectly reflects the sky, creating an otherworldly experience for photographers and travellers. In drier months, intricate salt formations, shifting colours and endless horizons reveal the raw beauty of the Wimmera Mallee. This rare combination of ancient cultural heritage, geological wonder and world‑class night skies makes Lake Tyrrell one of Australia’s most distinctive natural attractions.