Pilbara   Attractions    

Beatons Gorge - Nullagine  

Beaton's Rockhole and Gorge are located four kilometres from town. Visitors eager to fossick for gold and precious stones can try their luck. Fossickers have found agate, asbestos, antimony, beryl, chalcedony, jade, jasper, manganese, tiger eye and w ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Boat Beach - Wickham  

Boat Beach is a very popular local swimming and fishing spot. It is home to the Port Walcott Yacht Club. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Burrup Peninsula - Dampier  

Burrup Peninsula is home to one of Australia’s most incredible aboriginal rock art sites. Part of the Dampier Archipelago on the north west coast, the Burrup Peninsula contains the largest concentration of rock art in the world. It’s believed the ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Cape Keraudren Nature Reserve - Port Hedland  

If you like fossicking for shells and walks along the beach Cape Keraudren Nature Reserve has white sands, aquamarine waters and fabulous fishing not to mention the mud crabs. This marks the start of the Eighty Mile beach. Travel 151 kilometres nor ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Carawine Gorge - Newman  

Carawine Gorge is a little known recreation spot, popular with the Marble Bar locals, as well as visitors who don’t mind getting off the beaten track. Swim in the crystal clear water, try your hand at fishing or just sit back and admire the abundan ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Chichester Range Camel Trail - Roebourne  

The Chichester Range Camel Trail is an eight kilometre, three hour one way heritage walking trail. The trail provides an insight into the hardships experienced by the early settlers. It crosses the rugged sandstone Chichester Range and follows part o ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Chinamans Pool and Picnic Area - Marble Bar  

Enjoy the tranquil scenic charm of Chinaman’s Pool, which is a popular swimming and picnic spot adjacent to the Marble Bar Pool in Marble Bar. Known as the hottest town in Australia, it is a great spot to enjoy a refreshing dip in the beautiful cle ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Cleaverville Beach - Karratha  

Just 26 kilometres along the coast, north-east from Karratha, is Cleaverville Beach. The turnoff is 19 kilometres from the Karratha Road turnoff and access is via a gravel track. Overnight camping fees are now applicable at this favourite camping spo ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Comet Gold Mine and Tourist Centre - Marble Bar  

Visit the Comet Gold Mine and Tourist Centre near Marble Bar to view a wide range of gemstones, rocks and minerals. Check out the range of interesting and informative displays to learn about the history of the gold mine and the town of Marble Bar. Se ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Coppin Gap - Marble Bar  

Coppins Gap offers safe swimming and shady picnic areas. Look for the twisted colourful bands of rock at Coppins Gap. Guided day tours are also available for more information contact the Visitor Centre. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Dales Gorge and Circular Pool - Tom Price  

Go bushwalking at Dales Gorge and Circular Pool – two of the best spots for a picnic at Karijini National Park in Western Australia’s north west. Two billion years in the making, Karjini National Park is one of the country’s most spectacular na ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Dalgety House Museum - Port Hedland  

Fully restored Dalgety House Museum is a 'living space'. Learn how early settlers lived, and how the impact of settlement affected the Indigenous people of the Pilbara. The museum offers audio visual display, recordings of personal memoirs, and pho ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Don Rhodes Mining Museum - Port Hedland  

See the fully restored locomotives from the BHP Iron Ore railway at the Don Rhodes Mining and Transport Museum in Port Hedland. Be in awe of the ingenuity of the road, rail and transport technology which facilitated the significant industrial growth ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Eagle Rock Falls - Newman  

Situated on Coondiner Creek is the spectacular Eagle Rock Falls. In the wet season water cascades over two falls of 12 and 60 metres, with permanent pools at the base of both falls. Eagle Rock pool is two kilometres upstream from the falls and is a ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Eagle Rock Waterhole - Newman  

Access is by four wheel drive vehicle only. Situated in Coondiner Creek is the spectacular Eagle Rock Falls. In the wet, water cascades over two falls of 12 metres and 60 metres, permanent pools are at the base of both falls. Eagle Rock Pool is two ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Fortescue Falls - Tom Price  

Take a refreshing dip under Fortescue Falls, Karijini National Park’s only permanent waterfall. The ancient gorges, tunnels and waterways of Karijini are famous for their bushwalking trails, lush vegetation and sheer-sided chasms up to 100 metres d ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Hamersley Gorge - Tom Price  

For a revitalising spa treatment like no other, take a dip into Hamersley Gorge, a natural spa rock pool in Karijini National Park. As you lie back into the water, you’ll be amazed by the spectacular rock formations carved out by Mother Nature ove ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Harding River Dam - Roebourne  

Harding River Dam is situated 27 kilometres south from Roebourne and is an ideal destination for a day drive and picnic with free gas barbecues and shady gazebos, set amongst grassed areas on the edge of the downstream water course. The storage forme ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Hearsons Cove - Karratha  

This lovely sheltered cove is a popular swimming and picnic spot. Barbecue facilities are provided. The cove is located on the Burrup Peninsula between Karratha and Dampier and is a good location to see the 'Stairway to the Moon' between the months o ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Jaburara Heritage Trail - Karratha  

The Jaburara Heritage Trail is a 3.5 kilometre walk highlighting the Karratha districts natural history and cultural heritage and in particular its traditional inhabitants, the Jaburara Aboriginal Tribe. The trail traces the culture and lifestyle o ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Kalgans Pool - Newman  

Kalgan's pool is one of the more popular destinations for a days outing. This is due to the close proximity to Newman and the large, deep pool which rarely dries up. A tall cliff face dominates the area with a large deep pool at the bottom, excelle ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Karijini National Park - Tom Price  

Two billion years in the making, Karjini National Park is one of Western Australia's most spectacular natural attractions offering amazing hiking trails through ancient gorges. With massive gorges, crystal clear rock pools and waterfalls, Karijini N ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Karratha Fish Farm - Karratha  

Visit the largest Aquaculture operation in the North West. See over 100 species of marine and fresh water fish - everything from coral to crayfish! ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Koombana Lookout - Port Hedland  

The lookout provides panoramic views across the port entrance and back across the Port Hedland hinterland. On a clear day you can see forever. A wonderful place to spot marine wildlife, or just enjoy the view as the lights come on across the harbour ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Lookout Hill - Nullagine  

Located four kilometres from the town, this is an excellent place to view the surrounding area scenery. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mackerel Island - Onslow  

The diving, snorkelling and fishing is world class at the Mackerel Islands off the coast of Onslow on the North West coast. Clear turquoise water and glorious white sand beaches are perfect for swimming and relaxing. Ten islands make up the Mackere ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Marble Bar Pool 'A' Class Reserve - Marble Bar  

Take a refreshing swim in the beautiful clear water of the Marble Bar Pool. This ‘A’ Class Reserve and the nearby town took its name when the early pioneers thought they had found a ‘Marble Bar’ which turned out to instead be a unique 'bar' o ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Miaree Pool - Karratha  

Approximately 30 kilometres south of Karratha on the Coastal Highway, you will find the Maitland River. Just a few hundred metres east of the bridge is a picturesque clear water pool. This pool is a lovely spot for picnics, camping, swimming or just ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Millstream Chichester National Park - Roebourne  

Go camping under an outback sky and immerse yourself in a landscape of rolling hills, escarpments, and tree-lined rivers and water pools at Millstream Chichester National Park. Located near the town of Roebourne in the north west of Western Australia ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Monte Bello Island - Dampier  

Go fishing, diving and snorkelling at fascinating Montebello Islands, north of Onslow off the North West coast. The Montebello Islands offers deep sea fishing boat charters and harbours an amazing array of marine life including rare turtles, a varie ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Bruce - Tom Price  

For an exhilarating physical challenge and stunning views, climb Mount Bruce, Western Australia’s second highest peak, located in the Karijini National Park. Mount Bruce is part of the Hamersley Range – and while it doesn’t seem that massive fr ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Herbert - Roebourne  

The top of Mount Herbert gives a splendid view of the Savannah lands of Pyramid, Sherlock and Warambie Stations. Chichester Range camel trail eight kilometres. Downhill walk to Mt Herbert two and a half hours duration. Stout shoes required, it is ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Meharry - Tom Price  

Mount Meharry is the highest mountain in Western Australia (1245 metres 445 foot). Located in the Pilbara Region approximately 135 kilometres from Wittenoom and 160 kilometres from Tom Price, located just before approaching the Hamersley Range Nation ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Nameless - Tom Price  

Mount Nameless in Tom Price is the highest accessible mountain by four-wheel drive vehicle in Western Australia. If you want all of the rewards of a spectacular mountain view, without the effort of hiking up it, Mount Nameless is the place to go! The ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Newman - Newman  

For grand views of the Ophthalmia Ranges and surrounding plains, go hiking to the top of Mount Newman just out of the town of Newman in the Pilbara region. You’ll be amazed by the rich colours of the landscape created by the presence of iron ore w ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Sheila - Tom Price  

Mount Sheila was once the base for a telecom repeater station. Today it is a lookout, with sweeping 360 degree views of surrounding mountains and valleys. The road from the base of the mountain to the summit is four wheel drive only, although it is s ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Mount Welcome - Roebourne  

A drive along the bitumen road or a short climb to the top of Mount Welcome behind the Roebourne township offers a wonderful panoramic view of the coastal plains and rugged hills of the surrounding area. The railroad from Cape Lambert can be seen we ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Muzzys Hardware - Tom Price  

For all your hardware, automotive, camping and fishing needs. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

North West Shelf Natural Gas Project - Dampier  

Located in the Burrup Peninsula near the Port of Dampier and the town of Karratha in Western Australia, is the north-west Shelf Natural Gas Project. It is the biggest and one of the most important resource developments yet undertaken in Australia. A ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Old Town Site - Onslow  

As a consequence of the resiting of Onslow, virtually all the transportable buildings were removed leaving behind only the stone and cement buildings owned by the state government, principally the Police Station, Gaol, Post Office and Hospital. The ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Ophthalmia Dam - Newman  

The Ophthalmia Dam is a popular swimming and recreation spot where you can enjoy a refreshing dip to cool off, particularly in the very hot northern summer. It is a spectacular oasis, which stands in stark contrast to the otherwise arid landscape of ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Oxer Lookout - Tom Price  

The Oxer Lookout offers breathtaking panoramic views of four amazing gorges. Checkout one of the most spectacular vantage points within the Karijini National Park. The lookout stands at the junction of the Joffre Gorge, Weano Gorge, Red Gorge and Han ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Point Samson Jetty - Point Samson  

This beautiful sandy beach is protected by a coral reef making it perfect for swimming, game fishing and scuba diving. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Poonda Pool - Newman  

Explore the natural beauty of Poonda Pool, one of Newman's natural waterholes. Drive north about 24.5 kilometres along the Marble Bar Road and turn left at the signs to the Yandi Mine. Go approximately three kilometres to the railway line and cross i ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Pretty Pool - Port Hedland  

A popular family and community reserve since Port Hedland's early days. An ideal spot for swimming, fishing and shell collecting. Fish range from cod to bream and sharks. Recommended baits are mullet, prawns and squid. Crabbing is also popular away f ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Punda Art Site & Rockhole - Newman  

Ancient aboriginal rock carvings covering an isolated hillside, permanent water in a shady rock hole, and huge cliffs bordering a meandering riverbed makes Punda an interesting destination for a days outing or overnight stay. The prolific rock carv ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Python Pool - Roebourne  

Python Pool is located within the picturesque Millstream-Chichester Range National Park, south of Roebourne. It is a stunning spot for a swim in a cool refreshing rock pool whilst enjoying the spectacular backdrop of the imposing rugged ochre cliffs. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Radio Hill Lookout - Newman  

Radio Hill Lookout provides great panoramic views of the town of Newman and surrounding landscape. Situated just behind the Newman Visitor Centre, with easy access by road and walking tracks. ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Roebourne Court House - Roebourne  

The Roebourne Court House is a fascinating historical building which is over 100 years old. You can visit when court is not in session and see how the old building has been restored to original condition. It was constructed of local bluestone (ironst ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

Roebourne Old Gaol Museum - Roebourne  

Make the Old Gaol Museum your first stop in Roebourne, wander about the fascinating museum, pick up some tourist information and look at the collection of local arts and crafts on sale. The large octagon shaped building contains four wings each of wh ...

No Pricing Available   More Information

editors picks

Shelter from the rain

DaanSpijer | 2008-09-22 | An impending storm, an invitation to shelter in a guest-house and the unexpected consequences. | read more

Eumundi Market

Emma | 2008-09-05 | Eumundi Markets are in Southern Queensland (Sunshine Coast) and are a short drive from the popular tourist destinations; Noosa, and Maroochydore. | read more

The Saga of the Randy Old Goat

barnesbay | 2008-10-04 | On a balmy Autumn afternoon in early May 1997, I was enjoying a relaxing game on the computer, when the phone rang.... | read more

Explore Hobart Tasmania with Max Walker

maxwalker | 2008-09-24 | Despite a life rich in experience, I am still, will always be … a slow talking Tasmanian, with the legacy of 5 broken noses from playing football. | read more

Whale Watching in Hervey Bay near Fraser Island, Queensland

Kristy79 | 2008-09-02 | Whale Watching in the pristine waters of Hervey Bay with the magnificent backdrop of Fraser Island. | read more

Is Melbourne the latte capital of Australia?

miekecasanova | 2008-09-23 | I have to accept that to start my day with a kick, I need that expresso coffee that Melbourne is famous for. | read more

Explore Robe, South Australia

gfitter | 2008-08-21 | Whilst enduring my hectic pace of life in Melbourne, Australia, there is always a place of relaxation in my mind when I recall my times spent exploring the Limestone Coast, South Australia. | read more

The Mornington Peninsula (Vic)

mwheeler | 2008-08-13 | Mornington Peninsula (Vic) a kaleidoscope of activities only 60 minutes from Melbourne | read more

Cradle Mountain

naturalwanders | 2008-09-08 | One can fly into Launceston or Devonport, hire a car, and drive to the Cradle Mountain end of Cradle Mountain-Lake St.Clair National Park. | read more

Shark Bay World Heritage Region, Western Australia

naturalwanders | 2008-09-17 | Just past the Overlander Roadhouse is the turn-off for Shark Bay. Shark Bay is a World Heritage area, and the first place to stop is at Hamelin Pool to see the Stromatolites. | read more

 

Powered by Plone CMS, the Open Source Content Management System

This site conforms to the following standards: