Dampier Beach self drive day trip

Dampier Beach, located just 20 kilometers from Karratha on Western Australia’s (WA) West Pilbara Coast, is a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach framed by rocky outcrops. Ideal for fishing and swimming, you will find plenty of amenities such as barbecues and picnic facilities, toilets, showers, children’s playground and a palm shaded grassy picnic area.

Road type

Fully sealed/bitumen road

Distance

22 kilometres (approximately 26 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 19 kilometres.
4. Karratha Dampier Road merges into Central Avenue, which leads directly to the Dampier Esplanade foreshore.

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 Dampier Beach self drive day trip on WA’s West Pilbara Coast, contact the local visitor centres.