Stromatolites of Shark Bay
Stromatolites of Shark Bay
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Kathy S
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Arrived at the site to find nothing has been done to repair the boardwalk from April 2021 cyclone. The fence that has been constructed to keep people out would have cost more then repairing the boardwalk. Nothing to see don’t waste your time.
Really sad for this heritage site.
Really sad for this heritage site.
Written 13 August 2023
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Peter_B_Simons
Portland, Australia653 contributions
Oct 2022
Stromatolites of Shark Bay is a bucket list item once I learnt about them many years ago. Amazing story as life as we know it would never have evolved with out them converting a toxic atmosphere to what we have to breath today.
What a disappointment as the board walk to walk out and see the Stromatolites was damaged by a cyclone in 2021 and unfortunately has not be repaired or even started. Who asleep on this watch? People arrive and find they cannot see the Stromatolites as fenced off now. Some people may never return.
What a disappointment as the board walk to walk out and see the Stromatolites was damaged by a cyclone in 2021 and unfortunately has not be repaired or even started. Who asleep on this watch? People arrive and find they cannot see the Stromatolites as fenced off now. Some people may never return.
Written 20 October 2022
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Gene R J
Silver Spring, MD10,794 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We stopped at Hamelin Pool on our 200 mile drive from Carnarvon to Denham.
It was at Perth’s WA Museum Boola Bardip where we had read about these living microbial mats and were anxious to see them up close. Unfortunately the boardwalk was closed and these 4,000 year old stromatolites could only be seen at a distance but the site had good information.
Departing, we stopped at the nearby 1884 PO/Telegraph station and discovered signage for the Shell Quarry. After climbing the shell stone steps over the sand dune, we saw the cut blocks around its perimeter, stone used to build the 1954 Denham church and the 1974 Old Pearler Restaurant.
35 miles up the road, we stopped at the most impressive Shell Beach. The horseshoe shaped cove of Shark Bay, extending for miles in each direction, is made up by a rare cockle shell that was up to 30’ deep in places and when compacted it cements into limestone called coquina, the stone in Shell Quarry.
It was at Perth’s WA Museum Boola Bardip where we had read about these living microbial mats and were anxious to see them up close. Unfortunately the boardwalk was closed and these 4,000 year old stromatolites could only be seen at a distance but the site had good information.
Departing, we stopped at the nearby 1884 PO/Telegraph station and discovered signage for the Shell Quarry. After climbing the shell stone steps over the sand dune, we saw the cut blocks around its perimeter, stone used to build the 1954 Denham church and the 1974 Old Pearler Restaurant.
35 miles up the road, we stopped at the most impressive Shell Beach. The horseshoe shaped cove of Shark Bay, extending for miles in each direction, is made up by a rare cockle shell that was up to 30’ deep in places and when compacted it cements into limestone called coquina, the stone in Shell Quarry.
Written 1 November 2023
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Sharon from Balmain
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Jan 2020 • Solo
Been wanting to visit these living rocks since forever! They were worth it, for this science trained tourist. The boardwalk allows you to get right in amongst them. The information makes understanding them accessible. Just seeing them making their little oxygen bubbles- wow! And the beach walk to the telegraph station is a pleasant stroll to the small tea room / shop. Great day!
Written 18 January 2020
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Julie & Eddie
Hobart, Australia87 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
I knew a cyclone damaged the board walk in 2021 but tourist information implies it was being repaired in 2022. It has not been repaired and the area is fenced off and you can't see anything. Don't waste your time going there. This is one time I wish I'd read Trip Advisor reviews before we went.
Written 28 July 2023
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DadandCab
Coffs Harbour, Australia1,283 contributions
Jun 2022
Unfortunately as of June 2022, the walkway is not only still closed but fenced off so you can't even get to the waterline to see the stromolites from the shore without binoculars. Add in a billion flies and the experience at the moment isn't great. When they decide the best way forward with the walkway repair / replacement, this would be great to see but until then, we didn't feel is was worth the effort even though it's not far off the main road.
Written 8 June 2022
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Rick W
Sevenoaks, UK2,344 contributions
Feb 2023
It has been a long time since the cyclone destoyed the boardwalk that provides good access to the Hamelin Pool stromatolites. But it is still worth visiting. You can get quite close and get good pictures with care. They don;'t look much actually, but they are important in our planet's formationa nd worth a look for 15 minutes.'
Written 28 February 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,634 contributions
Jan 2022
Stomatolites are the oldest living creatures on earth. They are 3.5 billion years old. A few stromatolies can be found elsewhere, but the Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve in the most extensive. It is heritage listed by UNESCO.
Written 18 February 2022
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Robert B
29 contributions
Sept 2022
It could be a great spot but the boardwalk is still closed despite signs saying it would be repaired by now. The dept. needs to lift its game.
Without this u cannot really see anything.
The nearby park and cafe are also very poor and run down.
Wait til repairs are done before visiting
Without this u cannot really see anything.
The nearby park and cafe are also very poor and run down.
Wait til repairs are done before visiting
Written 12 September 2022
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DavidDickie2011
Dubai, United Arab Emirates36 contributions
Jul 2020
The site is pleasant with a walkway allowing easy viewing of these strange organic growths. Certainly worth a look as the diversion is short. Needs a toilet facility to encourage longer stays.
Written 18 July 2020
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Surely you can just hop over fence to see them and maybe walk the unbroken bit or just wander down to waters edge. Is it policed ?
Written 1 April 2024
Has anybody got photos of the old china man sitting at the fountain in front of the shop at Hamlion pool caravan park please we need to advertise as he has taken leave from his position
Written 14 October 2017
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