About this park
The four Yawuru parks cover approximately 100,000 hectares of land and water. They encompass four different management arrangements but are managed in an integrated way by the Yawuru joint management at Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions together with joint management partners the Yawuru RNTBC and the Shire of Broome.
- Guniyan Binba Conservation Park — this is the intertidal area of north Cable Beach and Willie Creek, including the Coconut Wells lagoon.
- Yawuru Minyirr Buru Conservation Park — the various lands within the Broome townsite including Minyirr Park, the Reddell coastline and Minyirr (Gantheaume Point).
- Yawuru Nagulagun/Roebuck Bay Marine Park—the intertidal and subtidal areas of Roebuck Bay, outside of Port waters.
- Yawuru Birragun Conservation Park — these are the lands adjacent to Guniyan Binba Conservation Park and the marine park, including from Willie Creek, Buckley’s plains, Dampier Creek, Crab Creek and south around Roebuck Bay beyond Yardoogarra (Jack’s Creek).
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. To avoid dehydration regularly sip water - 1 litre per person, per hour. Wear a hat, long-sleeved, loose clothing and apply sunscreen.
When visiting coastal areas of Yawuru parks and surrounds please don’t stand on cliff edges as they are fragile, slippery and crumbling can occur. Please do not jump off the rocks into the ocean as there are large, submerged objects that could cause serious injury or fatality.
The Kimberley coast experiences some of the biggest tides in the southern hemisphere. The difference between high and low tide can be up to 9–10m. 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.
Be Crocwise when visiting the Kimberley and Pilbara regions - crocodiles are common, move around, and attacks can be fatal. Your safety is our concern but your responsibility.
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.
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.
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Yawuru marine and conservation parks news
The Yawuru parks are truly special, home to an incredible diversity of plants, animals, and stunning landscapes. Discover the latest updates from the dedicated team caring for these parks in 2024!
Activities
Boating
Bushwalking
Fishing
Swimming
Swimming is at Cable Beach.
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Yawuru marine and conservation parks.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Yawuru people as the Traditional Owners of Yawuru marine and conservation parks.
