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The 12 Mile
Ilfracombe,
Central West
Free Entry
Description
The 12 Mile as it has been known since its heyday, is where you can discover a magnificent example of 19th century craftsmanship. Thousands upon thousands of naturally formed flagstones, carefully sorted and then meticulously placed together to form a leak-proof reservoir to retain water so precious to the existence of everything.
... moreThe stone-pitched overshot is thought to have been constructed in the 1890s when the 12 Mile dam was built. It is located along the stock route between Ilfracombe and Isisford. Essentially a watering stop and Cobb & Co change station, the 12 Mile was also the site of the Royal Mail Hotel which operated between 1893 and around 1916.
In the vicinity are shaded picnic tables, plenty of parking/camping grounds, and a self-guided map is available at the Wellshot Centre in Ilfracombe. Please, take only photos and leave only footprints.
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Facilities
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Car park -
Shaded Area -
Sheltered Area
Activities
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Birdwatching -
Camping -
Walking
Open Times
Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome.
How To Get There
Located 20 kilometres south of Ilfracombe and 70 kilometres north of Isisford along the Ilfracombe-Isisford Road. Turn at the 12 mile sign, drive 100 metres to behind the dam.
Free Entry
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