From March to October witness a breathtaking natural phenomenon known as Staircase to the Moon.It is caused by the rising of the full moon reflecting off the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide - creating a beautiful optical illusion of stairs reaching to the moon.
It occurs along the coastline at Onslow, Dampier, Point Samson Peninsula, Hearson Cove, Port Hedland and Broome.
The Staircase to the Moon in Broome is often complemented by the local markets at Town Beach. Here you can sample local fare, purchase crafts and delight in talented local entertainers.
The times vary slightly for each location, so make sure to check with the local visitor centre for up to the minute information.
2013 Staircase Dates provided by Australian Government Geoscience Australia:
April
26th 5.59pm
27th 6.55pm
28th 7.54pm
May
26th 6.39pm
27th 7.43pm
28th 8.47pm
June
24th 6.27pm
25th 7.32pm
26th 8.34
July
23rd 6.14pm
24th 7.16pm
25th 8.16pm
August
21st 5.58pm
22nd 6.57pm
23rd 7.54pm
September
20th 6.35pm
21st 7.30pm
22nd 8.24pm
October
19th 6.12pm
20th 7.06pm
21st 7.59pm