Free camping bliss at Quondong Point,
Western Australia

I’d heard whispers about this place from a couple of grey nomads back in Broome. “Head up to Quondong,” they’d said. “It’s rough, but you won’t want to leave.”

They weren’t wrong. The track in was corrugated and narrow in places, with no signage or services, but the reward was a clifftop camp spot with million-dollar views and a sea breeze that made you forget just how far off-grid you were.

I picked a spot near the edge of the bluff, set up the swag, and brewed a cuppa as the sun began to dip. There’s something about the way the colours shift out here — the red dirt, the ocean blues, the orange haze in the sky — it’s like Mother Nature’s decided to show off. A lone sea eagle hovered overhead, and down on the beach I spotted turtle tracks in the sand. It felt ancient, quiet, and alive all at once.

Dinner was dead simple: a tin of chilli beans heated on the gas burner and a slice of damper I’d knocked up the night before. Nothing gourmet, but it hit the spot as I sat back in the camp chair, sipping a cold beer and watching the stars switch on one by one. Out here, the night sky isn’t just something above you — it’s everywhere, thick with stars, no light pollution, no noise, just the hum of the ocean and the occasional gecko chirp.

I slept like a log. Woke up with first light and wandered down to the beach. The tide had rolled in and smoothed out every footprint from the day before. I was tempted to stay another night, maybe three, but the track was calling.

If you’re heading up the Dampier Peninsula and don’t mind a bit of rough road, Quondong Point is worth the detour.

No crowds, no fences, just raw Kimberley beauty — and the kind of silence you don’t realise you need until you’re in it.

Is Quondong Point accessible by 2WD?

Short answer: No, Quondong Point is not reliably accessible by 2WD.

The track from Cape Leveque Road to Quondong Point is unsealed and often in poor condition. Expect long stretches of corrugated sand, deep ruts, and rocky patches. After rain, it becomes muddy and treacherous.

While a capable SUV might manage the drive in dry conditions, standard sedans and light crossovers are not suited to the terrain. High ground clearance and low-range gearing are strongly advised. This isn’t a place to risk getting bogged or damaging your vehicle.

Locals and experienced travellers recommend 4WD only, especially if you’re towing or fully loaded for camping. The last thing you want is to get stuck out here with no reception and no help nearby.

So to be blunt: 2WD is not recommended. But, I did it in my 2WD SUV but mainly because I was with another vehicle who could help if I got into trouble. If you are travelling alone and want to get in and out without grief, take a proper 4WD and enjoy the journey stress-free.

Practical information

  • Location: Approximately 45 km north of Broome, WA
  • Getting there: Access via Cape Leveque Road, then follow an unsealed track west to the cliffs
  • Best time to visit: Dry season (May to October)
  • Facilities: None – bring all supplies and take all waste
  • Camping: Free, no bookings required
  • Safety: No mobile coverage, remote location, beware cliff edges
  • Respect the land: You are on Country — tread lightly