Eighty Mile Beach
Port Hedland, Western Australia
A remote 220 km beach of shells and tidal flats, a Ramsar wetland of major importance for migratory shorebirds. Tides reach up to about 9 m. It lies off the Great Northern Highway about halfway between Port Hedland and Broome; swim only with great caution.
- Nearest town
- Port Hedland, Western Australia
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -19.7830, 120.6000
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. Hot in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Eighty Mile Beach?
Eighty Mile Beach is in Port Hedland, Western Australia, at GPS -19.7830, 120.6000.
Which road trips pass Eighty Mile Beach?
Eighty Mile Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Port Hedland to Broome via Eighty Mile Beach.
What is there to see near Eighty Mile Beach?
Places worth a stop nearby: Eighty Mile Beach (26 km) and Chinaman Pool, Marble Bar (180 km).
When is the best time to visit Eighty Mile Beach?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. Hot in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)