Discover Cable Beach: Beach, dunes and Walmanyjun

Cable Beach brings together an expansive coastal landscape, cultural history and a range of activities. The beach stretches for 22 km and is characterised by white sand and clear tropical water. The dunes are also part of the landscape: rising about 12 m above the beach, they offer views of the Cable Beach sunset. This means a visit can take in not only the long stretch of shoreline but also the surrounding dunes.

Coast, dunes and Minyirr Park

Minyirr Park borders Cable Beach and protects threatened monsoon rainforest areas and dune systems along Walmanyjun. Many Broome residents use the park for leisurely walks or as a route to the beach. The coast and protected natural environment are closely connected here: alongside the beach, the park is another place to spend time outdoors. When planning your trip, whether you prefer the beach landscape or walks, these different aspects can help shape the kind of stay you are looking for.

Yawuru culture and the history of the name

Among the Yawuru, the Traditional Owners, Cable Beach is traditionally known as Walmanyjun. The name Cable Beach comes from the telegraph cable laid between Broome and Java in 1889. The two names tell different stories about the place: Walmanyjun is the traditional name used by the Yawuru, while Cable Beach recalls a specific episode in telegraph history. For those interested in culture and local history, the landscape also offers a way to learn about the names and their origins.

Activities and practical information

Camel rides and water sports are among the activities at the beach. They offer different ways to experience Cable Beach: one involves riding camels, while the other involves activities on the water. Minyirr Park adds walks to the mix. When planning your trip, you can consider whether you are more interested in beach activities, nature or the area's cultural history.

The Cable Beach Muwarrt tour includes the announcement of the location of the Cable Beach Dinosaur Track. The site is affected by the tides and is visible when the water level is below 3.0 m. Visibility therefore depends on the water level. The meeting point for Cable Beach Muwarrt is near the Surf Life Saving Club, at the entrance to the Minyirr Park trail by the “Welcome to Minyirr Park, Yawuru Conservation Estate” sign.

Cable Beach is also an iconic venue for the Broome International Airport Cable Beach Marathon and the Shinju Matsuri Long Table Dinner. If you are planning your trip around either event, check the relevant dates in advance.

The Cable Beach Foreshore Access Path is a 280 m shared path between Millington Road and the Foreshore Amphitheatre at Cable Beach. Construction or renewal work may affect access, so check the path's condition before your visit. This link provides a useful reference point when exploring the area around the Foreshore Amphitheatre.

Tailor your stay

When looking for a hotel, you can start by considering what you want your stay to focus on: the coastal scenery and sunset views, a walk in Minyirr Park, Yawuru culture and the history of the area's name, or activities such as camel rides and water sports. Cable Beach brings together several different themes to consider when planning your trip.

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