Wave Rock

Mulka's Cave is located within the vicinity of Wave Rock in Hyden Western Australia. The name Mulka comes from an Aboriginal legend associated with the cave. Mulka was the illegal son of a woman who fell in love with a man with whom marriage was forbidden according to their law. <br/><br/>It is believed that as a result of breaking these rules, she bore a son with crossed eyes. Even though he grew to be an outstandingly strong man of colossal height, his crossed eyes prevented him from aiming a spear accurately and becoming a successful hunter.<br/><br/>Out of frustration, it is said Mulka turned to catching and eating human children and he became the terror of the district. He lived in Mulka's Cave, where the imprints of his hands can still be seen, much larger and higher than that of an ordinary man.<br/><br/>Mulka's Cave is located 18 kilometres north of Wave Rock off Lovering Road.

Hippo's Yawn is located near Wave Rock in Hyden. The rocks resemblance to a yawning hippo is why it was given its' name. Climb through the throat of Hippo's Yawn and be sure to catch the interesting shot on camera.<br/><br/>Whilst out near the rock, enjoy a coffee at the coffee shop, visit the wildlife park, check out the replica Pioneer Town or pick up a souvenir from the Wildflower Shop. The shop serves great food and is a testament to the abundance of exotic and rare wildflowers that adorn the area during springtime. <br/><br/>The nearby Wave Rock is 27 million years old and made up of grey and red granite strips. Wave Rock hangs over like an incredible 15-metre high wave about to break. Aboriginal rock paintings can also be seen at nearby Bates Cave.<br/><br/>It is worth seeking out the variety of granite rock plants, ancient Sheoaks, Lichen Carpets, Creeping Mosses and Sticky Drosera insect eater plants unique to this area.<br/><br/>The 20-minute walk to Hippo’s Yawn starts a five minute drive from the town of Hyden, which is a four hour drive from Perth.

An extensive lace collection dating back to the 1600s can be found at The Lace Place in Hyden. Take a look at the intricate details of many handmade antique gowns and wedding dresses. Be sure to look out for the off-cut from Princess Diana’s wedding veil, which the collection was privileged to secure. <br/><br/>The Lace Place is open daily and is located in the Wildflower Shoppe and Tourist Information Centre in Hyden. Whilst in Hyden, be sure to visit the world-famous Wave Rock. Standing 15 metres high and 110 metres long, the prominent shape has been created by weathering and water erosion. <br/><br/>Hyden is a four-hour drive southeast of Perth. Alternatively a flight to Wave Rock Airport from Jandakot will take just one hour, plus a five-minute drive into the town.