Eighty Mile Beach Port Hedland Australia
Western Australia's longest uninterrupted beach, offering vast white sands, turquoise waters, stunning sunsets, and abundant wildlife.
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Eighty Mile Beach Port Hedland Australia
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Unbeatable sunset views
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Western Australia's longest uninterrupted beach, offering vast white sands, turquoise waters, stunning sunsets, and abundant wildlife.
"Eighty Mile Beach is stunning—remote, peaceful, and endless, with incredible sunsets and magical turtle sightings."
🚗 4x4 Recommended for Beach
Accessing the beach directly is best with a 4x4. Enjoy scenic drives along the sand.
🚫 No Swimming Advisory
Due to jellyfish and marine stingers, swimming is not advised. Enjoy the views instead!
Quick Facts
Rating
4.5 · 171 reviews
Type
Beach
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
The Endless Horizon
The entire 220km stretch
Experience the sheer scale of Western Australia's longest uninterrupted beach. Perfect for beach drives and soaking in the vastness.
Spectacular Sunset Views
Beachfront
Witness fiery skies paint the horizon. This spot is consistently praised for its breathtaking sunset vistas.
Shell Collector's Paradise
Along the shoreline
Discover a treasure trove of shells washed ashore by the powerful tides. A favorite activity for many visitors.
Abundant Birdlife
Mudflats and shoreline
Observe diverse bird species, especially in the mudflats. A haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.
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Embrace the Vastness
Tides and Wildlife Wonders
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🚗 4x4 Recommended for Beach
Accessing the beach directly is best with a 4x4. Enjoy scenic drives along the sand.
🚫 No Swimming Advisory
Due to jellyfish and marine stingers, swimming is not advised. Enjoy the views instead! 
🐚 Shell Collecting Gem
The beach is famous for its incredible shell collection opportunities.
🌅 Sunset Spectacle
Prepare for some of the most stunning sunsets you'll ever witness.
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🚗 4x4 Recommended for Beach
Accessing the beach directly is best with a 4x4. Enjoy scenic drives along the sand.
🚫 No Swimming Advisory
Due to jellyfish and marine stingers, swimming is not advised. Enjoy the views instead!
🐚 Shell Collecting Gem
The beach is famous for its incredible shell collection opportunities.
🌅 Sunset Spectacle
Prepare for some of the most stunning sunsets you'll ever witness.
🐢 Turtle Spotting Magic
Keep an eye out for turtles, especially during nesting season. Truly magical!
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Eighty Mile Beach is lauded as a stunning, remote, and peaceful gem, perfect for relaxation and appreciating nature's grandeur. Visitors rave about the incredible sunsets, abundant shell collecting, and magical wildlife sightings, particularly turtles. While the caravan park offers clean amenities and a great location, the inability to swim due to marine stingers is a noted drawback.
"Great spot for a couple of days relaxing. We got a huge drive through site on the very outskirts of the park which was excellent but it does mean quite a hike to the amenities if you’re not self contained. There are two permanent portaloos nearby. The beach and sunsets were amazing!"
Sheree Minturn
"Eighty Mile Beach is stunning—remote, peaceful, and endless. We stayed at the caravan park and loved being so close to the water. Sunsets were incredible, with fiery skies over the flat ocean. Great spot for shell collecting, birdwatching, and just relaxing. A perfect break between Broome and Port Hedland."
R a Stanley
"Such a gem!
We stayed 3 different times for a total of 10 days. Clean ficilities, enough shadow on the sites, lovely small shop and the beach is perfect! Saw many many turtles, just magic! Sunset also never disappointed"
Joel Räth
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Eighty Mile Beach is located approximately halfway between Port Hedland and Broome. The drive from Port Hedland is about 2 hours. The road leading to the caravan park is dirt but generally manageable. For beach access and driving on the sand, a 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended.
While you can reach the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park with a regular car, driving directly on the beach for exploration is best done with a 4x4. The main road to the park is a dirt track.
Despite its name, Eighty Mile Beach is actually much longer, stretching for approximately 220 kilometers (about 137 miles).
The drive from Broome to Eighty Mile Beach is also around 2 hours, covering a similar distance as from Port Hedland. It's a convenient stopover point.
Fuel is available at the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park's shop, but it's advisable to fill up in Port Hedland or Broome before you arrive, especially if you plan extensive driving.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
Access to the beach itself is generally free. However, if you plan to stay at the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park, there are fees for campsites and facilities.
Eighty Mile Beach is an open natural attraction and does not have set opening or closing hours. The caravan park operates with its own hours for check-in and services.
Yes, the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park offers campsites for caravans, motorhomes, and tents. It's a popular spot for overnight stays.
Pricing for the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park varies depending on the type of site (powered/unpowered, drive-through) and the season. It's best to check their official website or contact them directly for current rates.
Eighty Mile Beach is not within a national park, so there are no national park entry fees associated with visiting the beach itself.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
Swimming is not recommended at Eighty Mile Beach due to the presence of jellyfish and other marine stingers. Visitors are advised to admire the water from the shore.
You can spot a variety of wildlife, including numerous bird species in the mudflats, sawfish, dugongs, and dolphins in the water. Turtles are also a magical sight.
Popular activities include shell collecting, birdwatching, enjoying the spectacular sunsets, beach driving (with a 4x4), and simply relaxing by the vast ocean. +1
The Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park offers amenities such as clean toilets, showers, a small shop, and a restaurant. Some sites may have nearby portaloos.
While swimming isn't advised, families can enjoy shell collecting, birdwatching, and the sheer open space. The caravan park offers a safe base.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
Yes, the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park typically has a small shop and a restaurant or cafe where you can purchase meals and snacks.
The small shop at the caravan park usually stocks basic essentials and some groceries. However, it's recommended to stock up on supplies in Port Hedland or Broome before arriving.
The caravan park may offer BBQ facilities for guests. It's advisable to confirm this with the park management upon booking or arrival.
Dining options are primarily limited to the Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park's facilities. For a wider selection, you'll need to visit Port Hedland or Broome.
If you are staying at the caravan park, you can cook your own meals using your own facilities or potentially shared kitchen areas if available.
📸 📸 Photography
The golden hours around sunrise and sunset offer the most dramatic light for photography, especially for capturing the stunning sunsets.
You can capture vast landscapes, dramatic sunsets, unique shells, diverse birdlife, and the powerful ocean. Beach driving shots are also popular.
A wide-angle lens is great for capturing the expansive landscapes, while a telephoto lens can be useful for wildlife photography. However, a standard zoom lens will suffice for most shots.
Always check current Australian regulations regarding drone usage in coastal and wildlife areas. It's best to be mindful of wildlife and other visitors.
The entire beach offers incredible photographic opportunities. The area around the caravan park provides easy access to the shoreline for sunset shots.
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