Myalls Bore

About Myalls Bore

Myalls Bore is a things to do venue in Derby, Western Australia.

Named after Myall, the man who drilled the 322-meter deep hole and constructed the 120-meter long trough, this site provided water for up to 1,000 head of cattle in the early 1900s. It remains a testament to the resilience of early Australian farmers.

At Myalls Bore, visitors can see the impressive historic trough, believed to be one of the longest in the southern hemisphere. This trough served as the last resting place for cattle before being shipped out of the Derby port.

The windmill that now pumps water into the trough can also be observed, following the flow reduction in 1919. For those interested in learning more about the bore’s history and construction, the Boab Prison Tree Interpretative Pavilion is a short stroll away.

Myalls Bore is open to visitors year-round, but the best time to visit is from April to September when the weather is milder and more pleasant. If planning to camp overnight, the winter months are ideal as the daytime temperatures are warm, and the nights are cool.

To reach Myalls Bore, it is just a short 5-minute drive from the town of Derby in Western Australia. Derby is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes drive east of Broome, a coastal town known for its stunning beaches and pearling industry.

Broome has regular flights to Perth, which offers connections to other domestic and international locations. Myalls Bore is also conveniently located near other notable attractions in the area, such as the Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge National Park, Tunnel Creek National Park, and the unique Horizontal Falls

Good to know

• Type: Things to Do
• Area: Derby, Western Australia
• Phone: 1800 621 426

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