Roebuck Bay

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Overview

Highlights

Roebuck Bay is one of Broome’s most beautiful natural attractions. The changing colours in the ebb and flow of Roebuck Bay are amazing. At low tide, the milky turquoise waters retreat to expose a horizon of mud flats. During the cooler months you can witness the Staircase to the Moon. This spectacular natural phenomenon is created the rising of a full moon reflecting off the tidal flats of Roebuck Bay. The bay is also home to some incredible wildlife including hundreds of birds, making it popular for bird watching.

Roebuck Bay was named after explorer William Dampier’s vessel by the crew of the HMS Beagle who visited the bay in 1840. Roebuck Bay surrounds the town of Broome and is easily accessible by car, or tour. Broome is a two and a half hour flight from Perth.

Activities

Sight-seeing
Fishing
Bird-watching
Swimming

Facilities

Cafe
Picnic area
Car and coach parking

Important Information

Guidelines

Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
National park fees may apply for national parks in Western Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
Entry fees may change at anytime at the discretion of WA Parks and Wildlife Services, check their website for the most up to date information.

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