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Roebourne Heritage Trail Roebourne Heritage Trail

Urban Walk

(+1)
2WD
 in North West

  • 1-3 hours
  • 5 km

Discover the stories of Roebourne on the Heritage Trail – a 5km or 8km self-guided walk or drive taking in the most significant historical sites of the town including the Union Bank - the first official bank building in the North West.

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Established in 1866 and named after the first Western Australian surveyor, General John Septimus Roe, Roebourne is the oldest town between Geraldton and Darwin. Once the administrative centre of the North West, its restored heritage stone buildings speak to its earlier prosperity and include some designed by renowned Public Works Department Architect George Temple Poole. Of note is the octagonal shape gaol, which now houses the visitor centre and historical museum. 

This trail takes you on a journey to discover the history behind eighteen of the oldest and most significant buildings and sites in Roebourne and provides an insight to how life was for the early settlers and Aboriginal people all those years ago.

The route features large interpretive signs detailing the importance and history of each site. Multiple sites along this trail are very significant to Aboriginal people; the heritage sites are of great interest to non-Aboriginal people and are protected by law. We trust that giving people a better understanding will engender greater respect for Aboriginal culture.

Roebourne Visitor Centre

(08) 9144 4600

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Time / Duration

Time varies depending if you walk or drive from site to site

Length

5km or 8km drive option

What To Pack

Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.

Trail Start

Roebourne Police Station, Goal and Court Precinct

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Trail End

Reobourne Post Office

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Facilities

Some of Roebourne's facilities are open seasonally, therefore it is best to consult with the Karratha Visitor Centre prior to undertaking this walk..
  • Cafe
  • Camping
  • Car Park
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area

Best time of year

June to September

Trail Access

Road

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