Eighty Mile Beach is a 220 klm stretch of white sand in Western Australia, located halfway between Broome and Port Hedland. It is a popular spot for fishing and shell collecting, known for its spectacular sunsets and as a vital wetland for migratory birds and a nesting ground for flatback turtles. Due to risk of jellyfish, sharks, and crocodiles, swimming is not recommended, although some visitors use the caravan park for a base to enjoy the surroundings..
We have stayed at 80 miles beach a few times and enjoyed it. Walked along part of the beach, collected shells and watched the sunsets. The area is rather isolated being rather hot in the winter when we travelled there each time with no humidity.
The photo of the Flatback Turtle (borrowed) and it spends 99.5% of its time in Australia.
The beach looks very big. Beautiful photos of the sunset.
ReplyDeleteThat beach looks incredible. Walking the shore and collecting shells must be so relaxing. Seeing the flatback turtles in their natural habitat makes it even more special.
ReplyDeleteI would enjoy being there, but it's sad to see those tyre tracks on the sand. I shudder to think of the microscopic organisms crushed beneath the wheels of those vehicles.
ReplyDeleteOMGosh Margaret, these photos are amazing. I keep going back to look at them. I would love to stay there as well. Thank you for sharing and have a nice day.
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