About this park
The park is made up of twenty land parcels extending from the Dampier Creek Intertidal Zone, around the Broome Peninsula and north Bilingurr within Broome. It is jointly managed with Yawuru Traditional Owners and the Shire of Broome.
If you've even seen photos of red sands and crystal blue waters, this was most likely the place which offers fantastic photo opportunities. Reddell Beach is famous for its pindan red sand which creates a striking contrast with the white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters. Have your camera ready for visiting Minyirr (Gantheaume Point) - the pindan red cliffs dropping into the turquoise waters are a photographers dream, not to mention the incredible rock formations and dinosaur footprints.
Keep that camera handy a bit longer, Simpsons Beach showcases stunning pindan red sand juxtaposed with turquoise waters and mangroves, creating a captivating landscape.
Minyirr Park is of great cultural significance to Yawuru people. The Minyirr Trail runs between Minyirr Park Base Camp and the Broome Surf Lifesaving Club, intersecting seven nagula (saltwater) trails at various distances. It covers bundurr bundurr (pindan) country and niyamarri (sand dune) country and cuts through pockets of monsoonal vine thickets, rich with seasonal bush foods important to Yawuru people.
The Birndany (stingray) Trail takes you to a viewing platform where you can watch the sunset over Cable Beach.
Your dog is welcome to visit. The Shire of Broome manages dogs in public places. Dog exercise areas are at Cable Beach, Reddell Beach and Entrance Point. If your dog is not in one of these areas it must be controlled and on a leash at all times.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
Extreme heat can be experienced when in the Kimberley. Temperatures can exceed 40°C.
- Avoid dehydration by regularly sipping water - 1 litre per person, per hour.
- Wear a hat, long-sleeved, loose clothing and apply sunscreen.
The Kimberley coast experiences some of the biggest tides in the southern hemisphere. The difference between high and low tide can be up to 9–10 metres. When recreating around the water keep in mind the large and strong tidal movements. Please take time to study the tide charts during your visit to make the most of your time. Tropical cyclones are experienced between November and April. Please check weather reports before you travel.
When you are entering the Kimberley or Pilbara regions, you are entering crocodile country. Two species of crocodile occur in Western Australia: the estuarine (or saltwater) crocodile and the freshwater crocodile. The estuarine crocodile is the largest living reptile and is considered to be a dangerous predator. Freshwater crocodiles are smaller and not as aggressive.
- Download the Crocodiles information guide.
- Pay attention to all warning signs, however just because a sign isn’t there doesn’t mean crocodiles aren’t present.
- If you are unsure don't swim, canoe or use small boats in estuaries, tidal rivers or pools and contact the nearest Parks and Wildlife office.
- If you see a crocodile showing signs of aggressive behaviour, OR is in a Broome Crocodile Control Zone, please contact Parks and Wildlife Service Broome office on (08) 9195 5500.
Dingoes live in the Kimberley and can be found around Broome. They may scavenge food and can be aggressive. Do not feed or try to interact with dingoes, supervise children at all times and keep your pets on a leash. Read more in the Be Dingo Aware fact sheet.
Irukandji and box jellyfish are more commonly reported in Broome and the Dampier Peninsula waters from November to June, but cases have been reported for all months of the year. It is best to stay out of the water during wet season.
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Activities
Bird watching
Boating
Bushwalking
Fishing
Mountain biking
Nature photography
Picnicking
Scenic drive
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Yawuru Minyirr Buru Conservation Park.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Yawuru people as the Traditional Owners of Yawuru Minyirr Buru Conservation Park.
