Conzinc and Withnell Bays self drive day trip

Explore Conzinc and Withnell Bays, located on Western Australia’s (WA) West Pilbara Coast, and enjoy a self drive day trip full of adventure. Your journey will reward you with untouched scenery, amazing rock formations and pristine sandy beaches. Withnell Bay also offers a sheltered fishing beach and basic boat ramp facilities.

Access beyond Withnell Bay on the West Pilbara Coast is strictly for four wheel drive vehicles, and experienced drivers who are familiar with the driving conditions of northern WA. Drivers should exercise caution, especially through the mangroves and over a short very rough and steep incline aptly named ‘The Jump Up’ by locals.

Road type

Some sealed bitumen, sandy/rocky four wheel drive tracks

Distance

30 kilometres (approximately 39 minutes)

Directions from Karratha Visitor Centre

1. Follow Karratha Road towards Karratha town centre.
2. Turn left at Dampier Road.
3. Continue on Karratha Dampier Road for approximately 17 kilometres.
4. Turn right at Burrup Road, follow for approximately nine kilometres.
5. Turn right to stay on Burrup Road, Withnell Bay is approximately two kilometres down this track.

Plan your self drive holiday

To ensure you enjoy a safe and well-planned journey, take a look at Travel times and distances, Road safety, Important travel tips, Accommodation and Tours. For maps and further information about the Conzinc and Withnell Bays self drive day trip on WA’s West Pilbara Coast, contact the local visitor centres.