Recreational fishing on the Ord River and Lake Kununurra provides a unique year round fishing environment for anglers with the opportunity to catch barramundi. more, Top Selling Tours & Activities in and around Kununurra. ©2020 Australia's North West. The caretaker/ guide/ curator is very friendly and happy to share his knowledge of the collection and of local history. There is a boat ramp at Mambi Island, and both spots permit camping. Run by an exceptional person who loves interacting with his visitors. There is everything from ballot boxes to croc, Located within the town From its source below the highest point of the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges at Mount Wells, the Ord River flows over 650km, around the edge of Purnululu National Park, through Lake Argyle and along the western edge of Kununurra before draining into the Cambridge Gulf at Wyndham. (Pleased you enjoyed your experience of the Kununurra Museum :^), Hotels near Historic Durack Homestead Museum, Hotels near Artlandish Aboriginal Art Gallery, Points of Interest & Landmarks in Kununurra. Further upstream, the completion of the Ord River Dam in the 1970’s created Lake Argyle and brought a reliable water supply to Packsaddle Plains. Located just walking distance from the centre of town this small but jam full "museum" is like stepping back in time. Popular fishing spots include Ivanhoe Crossing, Mambi Island & Boat Ramp and Buttons Crossing along Parry Creek Road, Lake Kununurra, and Skull Rock on the Carlton Hill Road. There are a range of exhibits including artifacts, photographs and geological specimens. You can also fish from the foreshore of Lake Argyle or join a fishing tour out on the water. ... Skull Rock (Durack Drive) and Tarara Bar (Carlton Hill Station).

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All rights reserved. With a lot of water about there are also plenty of options available for chasing these iconic Australian fish. Recreational fishing on the Ord River and Lake Kununurra provides a unique year round fishing environment for anglers with the opportunity to catch barramundi. Entry is by donation. Approximately 36km out of town, along the Carliton Hill Road, fish from the banks of the mighty Ord River at Skull Rock Campground. National Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Beach & Pool Clubs.

Andrew has an absolute wealth of knowledge and and extreme passion for the region. In Kununurra, fish from Ivanhoe Crossing over the Ord River or from the banks of Lily Creek Lagoon. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the date(s) you selected. Thanks for the kind review and 5 * rating. Kununurra Museum, Kununurra: See 39 reviews, articles, and 20 photos of Kununurra Museum, ranked No.16 on Tripadvisor among 25 attractions in Kununurra. 22 kilometres of pristine white sand edged by the stunning turquoise water of the Indian Ocean.

Towards Wyndham, there are some great fishing spots off Parry Creek Road including Mambi Island and Buttons Crossing. We spent almost 3 hours looking at the exhibits, photos a, We stopped in here just as a time waster and we did not waste our time! What restaurants are near Kununurra Museum? Explore the ancient gorges and spectacular landscapes of Karijini National Park. Our Skipper will entertain and inform with commentary on the natural history and development of Lake Argyle, The Ord River Irrigation System and the Aquaculture Industry.

Unbelievably, I hooked a whopper within seconds of casting my line!

Popular fishing spots include Ivanhoe Crossing, Mambi Island & Boat Ramp and Buttons Crossing along Parry Creek Road , Lake Kununurra, and Skull Rock on the Carlton Hill Road. Check out local information and ask the Kununurra Visitor Centre for up-to-date information about safe fishing areas and road conditions. This museum is a must visit to get a sense of the history of Kununurra. There is everything from ballot boxes to croc skulls.

If you are heading to Lake Argyle, throw a quick line in along the way at Spillway Creek.

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A hydroelectric power station was built at the base of the Ord Dam in 1990 and now supplies renewable energy to the Argyle Village, Wyndham, Kununurra and the Argyle Diamond mine. in this hands on friendly museum. Kununurra. We spent almost 3 hours looking at the exhibits, photos and artifacts. You can also take your boat out onto Lake Kununurra. Pick up a crocodile skull and feel how heavy it is. The Ord River is a habitat for more than 75 bird species, including significant breeding and migrant populations. Stay for an hour or all afternoon. Is this a place or activity you would suggest for, Is this a must-do if you are travelling with a, Is this a place or activity you would go to on a, Are the prices for this place or activity, Would you recommend this place or activity to a friend looking for an, If you are in Kununurra come and visit the museum you won’t be disappointed! We spent an hour or so visiting this museum.

With rugged red cliffs reflecting into the blue water, Lake Argyle is the ultimate place to catch the last golden rays of the Kimberley sun. As the sun sinks behind the Carr Boyd Ranges, you’ll enjoy a complimentary drink and light snack to make the most of this magic time of day. The crossing is located just before Home Valley Station. Andrew Is incredibly knowledgeable and has a passion for history.

Navara and 100 series on tracks around skull rock Kununurr. Whether it be the early settler history of Wyndham Port, the story of the Durack family or the more recent Ord River Irrigation Scheme, there is history galore. You’ll encounter Rock Wallabies, Crocodiles, Wallaroos (Euros) and the diverse array of birdlife that call Lake Argyle home. At Swim Beach and Ski Beach, just off the Victoria Highway near the Diversion Dam you’ll find grassed picnic and BBQ areas with changing facilities. Cruising the Ord River and Lake Kununurra on a boat tour with Triple J Tours or Kununurra Cruises is a popular option for visitors to Kununurra, providing an opportunity to enjoy the spectacular scenery, wildlife, flora and fauna found along the way. There are some fun activities for the kids which my brother and, sister loved.

For advice on fishing in the Kununurra area, contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre. Well worth a look. Along the Gibb River Road, the Pentecost River is considered one of the best spots in the area to go barramundi fishing. This museum is a must visit to get a sense of the history of Kununurra. Approximately 36km out of town, along the Carliton Hill Road, fish from the banks of the mighty Ord River at Skull Rock Campground. Since the Ord River was dammed, new ecosystems have evolved and the lower Ord River’s floodplain, Lake Argyle and Lake Kununurra have been declared internationally important wetlands. Absolute must do for a chat and learn more about the region. Thanks Wayne, your kind review is much appreciated and pleased you enjoyed your visit.. Near Wyndham: Several sites along the King River, Pentecost Crossing. Expedition Cruising on the Kimberley Coast, 2020 Kimberley and Pilbara Holiday Planner. Open in the afternoon. A true outback odyssey on one of Australia’s most unique 4WD tracks. Expedition Cruising on the Kimberley Coast, 2020 Kimberley and Pilbara Holiday Planner. Return transfers in our air conditioned coach from Kununurra with a stop at the Durack Homestead Museum (April-October)

On our popular Sunset Magic Cruise, we’ll explore the rugged northern end of Lake Argyle while navigating through some of the lake’s 90 islands and inlets. Make sure you bring a gold coin donation for entry. A true outback odyssey on one of Australia’s most unique 4WD tracks. ... You’ll encounter Rock Wallabies, Crocodiles, Wallaroos (Euros) and the diverse array of birdlife that call Lake Argyle home. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in New Zealand. Andrew Is incredibly knowledgeable and has a passion for history. Andrew has an absolute wealth of knowledge and and extreme passion for the region. Kununurra fisherman Paul Stewart took me to Skull Rock on the Ord River and showed me how it's done. The water released from Lake Argyle and the Spillway Plug comprises the inflow into Lake Kununurra which, through the Diversion Dam, supplies the gravity channel network of the Ord River Irrigation Area. When fishing in Kununurra it is primarily all about the barramundi. All rights reserved. Along the lower Ord River: Skull Rock, Buttons Crossing and Mambi Island. We stopped in here just as a time waster and we did not waste our time! The volunteers have so much knowledge to share if you have the time, 72 Coolibah Drive, Kununurra, Western Australia 6743 Australia, If you are in Kununurra come and visit the museum you won’t be disappointed! Please choose a different date. We went to Skull Rock, not too far from Kununurra, on Carlton Hill Station country.

This is packed with history about the "top end" If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Being Northern Australia, there is always the potential for crocodiles to be present in any waterway. Explore the ancient gorges and spectacular landscapes of Karijini National Park.

You’ll be delighted and awed by the Archer Fish that shoot water up at your hand with amazing precision and watch a Catfish feeding frenzy. Swim Beach is a crocodile controlled zone and a great spot for a refreshing swim, and Ski Beach is a designated area for water sports and water-skiing. Bring a. Further away: Pentecost River Crossing, several sites along the Keep River, lower Ord River via Carlton Hill Station (Tarara Bar). In Kununurra, fish from Ivanhoe Crossing over the Ord River or from the banks of Lily Creek Lagoon.

22 kilometres of pristine white sand edged by the stunning turquoise water of the Indian Ocean. You can also take your boat out onto Lake Kununurra. Open in the afternoon. The Diversion Dam on the Bandicoot Bar, Kununurra was built in 1962 to channel water to farmland on Ivanhoe Plain from the newly created Lake Kununurra.