Whispering Wall @ Barossa Reservoir Reserve

Built between 1899 and 1903 the Whispering Wall is part of the dam wall located in the Barossa Reservoir Reserve and is known for its unique acoustic effects.

Words whispered at one side can be clearly heard at the other, more than 100 metres away.

A unique feature of the reservoir is the unusual acoustic phenomenon created by the shape and location of the dam wall. Sounds and voices, even a whisper, carry from one end of the wall to the other, hence its name, the Whispering Wall. There is an accessible ramp leading down to our Whisper Stations and access across the dam wall.

ENJOY, EXPLORE, PRESERVE BAROSSA RESERVOIR RESERVE

Home to the Whispering Wall, Barossa Reservoir is a popular tourist destination north of Adelaide, and just an hour's drive from the city centre. The Reservoir is close to Williamstown and Gawler, just south of the Barossa Valley, making it a great day trip from Adelaide. Pack a picnic and think of a secret to whisper!

The flora graphic used here for Barossa is Silver banksia (Banksia marginata) and Southern Cypress Pine (Callitris gracilis).

Open 8.30am - 5pm (standard time), 8.30am - 6pm (daylight saving time). Closed on Total Fire Ban Days and for operational activity (gates will be closed).