Timeline
18:58
Drive out to Malpas Dam. The picnic area is the best spot to park and set up your viewing position. Note that there are no toilets on site, so use facilities before you arrive or at the turn-off if available.
19:13
Settle in at the picnic area. Find a comfortable spot near the viewing locations mentioned in the site description. Since there are no food or drink shops at the dam itself, ensure you have brought your own snack and water to enjoy while waiting.
19:58
The sun sets toward the WSW. Watch the sky change color as the golden light fades. This is the key moment to appreciate the landscape before the light drops completely.
20:28
After the sun has set, take a quiet moment to enjoy the twilight atmosphere. The picnic facilities offer a place to sit and reflect before you head back. Remember, camping is not allowed here, so plan your return journey accordingly.
Local tip
There are no toilets at the dam, so plan ahead. Also, no camping is permitted, so this is a day trip only.
Check before you go
- No toilets or camping at Malpas Dam.
- Bring your own food and water as there are no shops on site.
- Check opening hours for any nearby services in Guyra if you need to buy supplies before heading out.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Guyra (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).