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Broome Bird Observatory

We recognise and acknowledge Yawuru people as the traditional owners of Yawuru Nagulagun / Roebuck Bay Marine Park.

From September through to April, the Broome Bird Observatory in Roebuck Bay is one of the best places in the world to view vast numbers of migratory shorebirds.

No dogs

No park entry fee

About this place

Broome Bird Observatory is a great place to spend a day or camp overnight. There are wonderful opportunities to observe the shore life in this section of the bay. Bookings need to be made though the Broome Bird Observatory.

The tidal mudflats of Roebuck Bay are thought to be one of the richest sources of food in the world for migratory shorebirds (or waders). Large flocks stop over here during annual migrations. Some come from as far away as northern Siberia, where they breed in the northern summer.

Mangroves that grow around the bay provide the basis for the food chains of molluscs, crabs and fish. The shorebirds harvest the mudflats and tidal areas around Roebuck Bay and Broome.

Untreated water is available at the Observatory but you may like to bring your own drinking water. As this area is a significant conservation area, dogs and other domestic animals are not allowed.

Back to Yawuru Nagulagun / Roebuck Bay Marine Park

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!

Crocs are common, crocs move around and crocs are deadly so Be Crocwise. Download the Crocodile safety and myth busting fact sheet. 

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.

Facilities

Untreated water is available at the Observatory but you may like to bring your fresh own drinking water.

Activities

Bird watching

Bushwalking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Broome Bird Observatory.

Traditional Owners

The park is jointly managed with Yawuru traditional owners. 
 
We recognise and acknowledge Yawuru Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Yawuru Nagulagun/Roebuck Bay Marine Park. 

  

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Yawuru Nagulagun / Roebuck Bay Marine Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Broome Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: 9195 5500

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's North West
Kimberley
Broome

Getting there

Broome Bird Observatory lies on Crab Creek Road along the northern shore of Roebuck Bay. It is a 25km drive from Broome. The road is readily accessible by two-wheel drive except during the wet season. Please note that the last 6km may be very corrugated.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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