The Pilbara Coast region encompasses the towns of Karratha, Dampier, Roebourne, Wickham, Cossack and Point Samson offering visitors an endless array of interesting activities, destinations and attractions. When combined with industry based attractions the Pilbara Coast Region of WA offers unsurpassed opportunities for visitors to experience some of the most stunning natural and man-made attractions around.
Western Australia’s Pilbara Coast and its thriving hub of Karratha are home to large mining and industry facilities. For approximately 45 years now industry throughout the Pilbara region has focused heavily on the mining and resource sector, producing large quantities of salt, iron ore, copper, fertilisers and natural gas. The region generates approximately 25 per cent of Australia’s national economy through exports, taxes and royalties. Dampier was established in 1963 and Karratha 1969, both due to the commencement of iron ore and salt operations in the region. The town of Wickham was built 1970 to house employees from Cliffs Robe River Iron Associates Cape Lambert Operation. Now booming industries, this area is often referred to as the ‘Engine Room of the Nation’.
Here, you can sail, fish and swim in clear blue waters one day then climb rugged hills and view the red harsh but beautiful landscape the next, without leaving town. Travel back in time while visiting Cossack and Roebourne, watch glorious sunsets at Dampier then wonder at the spectacular natural phenomenon, the Staircase to the Moon. Marvel at the size of the resource giants, experience Aboriginal Culture and art, purchase locally grown pearls and fresh fish direct. View the abundant flora and fauna, fossick for semiprecious stones or visit one of the 42 islets and islands in the Dampier Archipelago.
