Eyre Bird Observatory

Cocklebiddy, WA

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Cocklebiddy, WA

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CampsiteNo PetsToiletsDrinking WaterPowerShowers

About this campsite

The Eyre Bird Observatory, nestled within the Nuytsland Nature Reserve, offers a unique ecotourism experience with a focus on birdlife. Housed in a charming, vintage stone building, guests can immerse themselves in naturally rich surroundings both on the beach and in the heart of the reserve. The Observatory provides accommodation and meals, an overnight stay is recommended due to its remote location. Activities include bird watching, nature walks, and participation in ongoing research - offering a rewarding visit to bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Eyre Bird Observatory, the first of its kind in Australia, is nestled in the captivating Nuytsland Nature Reserve, and has been a haven for bird enthusiasts since 1977. This characterful stone building provides rustic accommodations if you wish to stay overnight; with three bedrooms and two sleepouts, accommodating up to 15 people, promising a comfortable stay intermingled with nature. Managed by dedicated wardens, they cater to visitors, carry out research and maintain the facility, ensuring an enriching experience for all. The Observatory promises captivating day-visits, although with the journey time from the highway, an overnight stay is recommended to maximize your experience. All meals are provided at the observatory, however, remember to pack your sleeping bag, pillowcase, towels, torch, and, the essential - your binoculars. A stay at the Eyre Bird Observatory promises a delightful, unique escape into the heart of nature, where the symphony of bird calls forms the soundtrack of your adventure!

How to Get There

17km east of Cocklebiddy, 73km west of Madura on either side of Eyre Highway. 1km east of Eyre Bird Observatory turnoff.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Drinking Water

Power

Showers

Accommodation Types

Campground

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Camping Fee

Other Features

In historic old telegraph building

Bird Research

Unknown feature

Place of Interest

No Long Rigs

Bookings required for overnight stay or meals.

Photo Opportunity

Day Use Fee

No Tents

Bird Watching

Birdwatching

No Caravans

Location

Eyre Bird Observatory•Eyre Highway, Cocklebiddy, WA, 6443

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Weather Forecast

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29° / 14°

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23° / 14°

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Common questions about Eyre Bird Observatory

Is Eyre Bird Observatory free to camp at?

Yes. Eyre Bird Observatory in Cocklebiddy, WA is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: in historic old telegraph building, bird research, no pets and toilets.

What facilities does Eyre Bird Observatory have?

Eyre Bird Observatory has in historic old telegraph building, bird research, no pets, toilets, place of interest and no long rigs. That is the short list; 18 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Eyre Bird Observatory?

The record for Eyre Bird Observatory lists "No Pets", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Eyre Bird Observatory online?

We hold no online booking link for Eyre Bird Observatory, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Eyre Bird Observatory?

Eyre Bird Observatory sits in Cocklebiddy, WA. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Eyre Bird Observatory

Facilities recorded for Eyre Bird Observatory
Facility	On site
In historic old telegraph building	Yes
Bird Research	Yes
No Pets	Yes
Toilets	Yes
	Yes
Place of Interest	Yes
No Long Rigs	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
Camping Fee	Yes
Bookings required for overnight stay or meals.	Yes
Campground	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Day Use Fee	Yes
No Tents	Yes
Bird Watching	Yes
Power	Yes
Showers	Yes
Birdwatching	Yes
No Caravans	Yes

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