ANZAC Memorial Park

As the sun rises on ANZAC Day, you can watch it shine through the Onslow War Memorial. A must see.

Ian Blair Memorial Boardwalk (1km)

A popular boardwalk, winding through natural vegetation beginning at Memorial Park and ending at Sunset Beach.

Old Onslow Heritage Trail

A leisurely stroll that provides insight into Old Onslow’s history. Heritage Trail maps for a self-guided walk around the old townsite are available from the Onslow Visitor Centre.

Onslow Skate Park

The Onslow Skate Park is designed to cater to all ages and skill levels. A perfect stop for families, the Skate Park includes an outdoor ping pong table, art features, hopscotch and foursquare courts.

Onslow Community Garden

Evolving from humble beginnings as a school garden, the Onslow Community Garden today thrives as a place for residents and visitors to share the pleasure of outdoor activity and community spirit.

Swimming and the Spray Park

Needing to cool off? Check out the beautiful facilities at the Onslow Aquatic Centre (open September to May), or the Onslow Spray Park (open year-round). The ocean that surrounds Onslow is also always an agreeable temperature..

Onslow Salt

Spanning over 90km2, the Onslow Salt facility processes, stores, and exports approximately 2.5 million tonnes of sodium chloride each year. The impressive salt jetty, extending nearly 1.3 kilometres, is a prominent feature at Sunset Beach. There is a salt pile overlook on Back Beach Road, half way to 4 Mile Creek.

Chevron Wheatstone Project

The Chevron Wheatstone Project is located 12 kilometres west of Onslow, near Old Onslow, and is one of Australia’s largest resource developments. Accessible only via a guided tour, bookable at the Visotor Centre.

Tours from the Onslow Visitor Centre (April to December)

Onslow Hidden Treasures Tour

Discover Onslow’s finest hidden gems on this comprehensive tour. The air-conditioned bus tour spans approximately 2 hours, making stops at notable locations such as Beadon Creek Wharf, Neil & Judy Baker Shell Museum, the lookout, salt stockpile, the Cartoon Tank, St. Nicholas Church, Onslow  Community Garden, and finishes off with morning tea back at the Visitors Centre.

Chevron Wheatstone Plant Tour

Hop aboard the Visitors Centre bus for the short journey out to the Chevron Wheatstone Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Plant. You will be taken on a guided
tour around the plant by bus and learn all about how this massive operation is run. Long sleeves, long pants and enclosed shoes are required and no electronics (phones, smart watches, cameras, etc.) are permitted. See Visitor Centre for tour times and days.

Fishing & Crabbing

Onslow is a destination for serious and casual fishing enthusiasts alike. Host to a number of major fishing tournaments each year, Onslow and the  surrounding waters provide an abundance of options from beach fishing to off-shore and creek fishing.

Pilbara Inshore Islands

The Mackerel Islands, located 12 nautical miles offshore from Onslow, are a popular fishing ground for locals who have access to a boat. The Montebello Islands, a group of 174 small islands, are also located approximately 75 nautical miles off the Onslow coast. The Montebello Islands gained fame for hosting the 1952 and 1956 British nuclear tests. The islands offer fishing and snorkelling paradise, and a largely untouched maritime experience. An ideal family
holiday setting.

Fishing & Crabbing Hot Spots

Mud crabbing is a popular pass time for Onlsow locals, with crabbing hot spots including 4 Mile Creek, the Ashburton River and Beadon Creek. Boat Ramp facilities are available at the Onslow Community Boat Precinct at Beadon Creek (along with fish cleaning facilities), Sunrise Beach, 4 Mile Creek and
Old Onslow. Sunset beach also offers a shaded picnic area.

• Sunrise Beach
• Sunset Beach
• Beadon Creek at The Groyne
• 4 Mile Creek
• The Ashburton River at Three and Five Mile pools

For more information on travelling to the islands, please contact or visit the Onslow Visitors Centre.