Onslow: The Gateway to the Mackerel Islands
YOUR ULTIMATE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ROAD TRIP ADVENTURE!
There is nothing quite like experiencing the raw beauty and undeniable power of the iconic Australian outback, right in the Heart of the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Here you can experience both hidden the sparkling coastal jewels of Onslow – gateway to the Mackerel Islands, to the ancient and rugged inland towns of Paraburdoo and Tom Price, gateways to Karijini and Millstream Chichester National Parks.
Onslow is one of the unique locations in the world where you can watch the sunset and the full-moon rise over the ocean and bear witness to one of the most magnificent staircase to the moon experiences you could encounter.
Onslow is located on the Pilbara coastline and is an adventure-seekers paradise, a haven for world-renown fishing, whale watching, diving and snorkelling amongst the plethora of remote islands, atolls and magnificent clear blue waters of the Mackerel Islands.
Discover the historic Ashburton River in Old Onslow (nearby to Minderoo Station) and park up under the riverside ghost gums surrounded by native wildlife and enjoy the serenity of the Australian bush.
Onslow has numerous accommodation options for RV and Caravan/Campers at the Onslow Ocean View Caravan Park, modest hotel/motel accommodation and resort style accommodation and boasts modern amenities, marina and boating facilities, and friendly locals galore.
You won’t be disappointed including Onslow as part of your next road trip itinerary.
When visiting the Pilbara region, please remember to care for our environment as the locals do and leave only your footprints behind, and please travel safely and responsibly whilst on your journey.
Everything about the Ashburton region is BIG from the Reef to the Range experiences, the road trains and cattle, our incredible and authentic characters and is an Epic journey long to be remembered.
Visit Ashburton – Reef to Range.
Pre-booking accommodation is highly recommended to avoid disappointment across all accommodation types.
Go to VisitAshburton.au for more information and to plan your stay or call one of our friendly team members at the Tom Price Visitor Centre on 08 9188 5488 or the Onslow Visitor Centre on 08 9184 6644.
Photo Credit: Visit Ashburton