The structure is approximately 18 meters tall and weighs 25 tonnes.
It is built to a scale of 80 times the size of a standard rocking horse.
The horse's design incorporates a steel framework covered in fiberglass for stability.
Climbing to the top level provides a panoramic view of the Gumeracha landscape.
The onsite toy factory was established in the early 1980s.
The Big Rocking Horse is an 18-meter-high, 25-tonne sculptural landmark located in Gumeracha, South Australia. It serves as the primary icon for the adjacent Toy Factory, which specializes in hand-crafted wooden toys. Visitors can climb a series of internal ladders to reach a viewing platform located in the horse's head. The site encompasses a wildlife park where guests can interact with emus, kangaroos, and wallabies. The complex is constructed primarily from steel and fiberglass, designed to withstand the region's weather. It holds the title of one of Australia's 'Big Things,' a collection of large-scale outdoor sculptures. The facility includes a dedicated shop for purchasing the factory's wood-turned products. The grounds are situated in the Torrens Valley, a region known for its rolling hills and agricultural production.
The grassy area directly in front of the horse to capture its full height in a single frame.
Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes to safely navigate the internal ladder system for the climb.
Bring small change or tokens if you plan to purchase feed for the animals in the wildlife park.
Visit the workshop viewing area to watch artisans assembling wooden toys during production hours.
Do not attempt the climb if you have mobility issues, vertigo, or claustrophobia, as the internal space is cramped.
Open daily, except for Christmas Day.
Supervise children closely around the animal enclosures and follow all posted ladder-climbing safety guidelines.
