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Structured data on coastal terrain, land span, and associated natural features in the Pilbara region

Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries for Murujuga National Park, Australia

Review the geographic scope of Murujuga National Park located in the Pilbara region of Australia. This structured profile maps the 48.51 square kilometer territory and identifies key landmarks including Mount Burrup, the Burrup Peninsula, and the surrounding Searipple Passage wetlands within the arid landscape.

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Rock ArtAboriginal HeritageWorld Heritage SiteCoastal LandscapePilbara

Protecting the world's densest concentration of ancient Aboriginal rock art on the Burrup Peninsula

Murujuga National Park

Murujuga National Park is a significant protected area located on the Burrup Peninsula in the Pilbara region of northwestern Western Australia. Established on 17 January 2013 as the 100th national park in Western Australia, the park covers approximately 48.51 square kilometers of dramatic coastline and inland terrain. The park holds exceptional global significance as the location of the world's highest concentration of ancient petroglyphs, with over ten thousand rock engravings created by the region's Aboriginal peoples over thousands of years. These rock art images depict animals, human figures, and geometric patterns that represent one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions on Earth. In July 2025, UNESCO inscribed the Murujuga Cultural Landscape as a World Heritage Site, recognizing its outstanding universal value as a cultural heritage landscape.

Location
Australia
Park type
National park
Established
2013
Area
48.5 km²
Murujuga National Park Atlas
Location overview

Administrative boundaries and coastal status in the Pilbara region

Geographic Location of Murujuga National Park in Western Australia

Murujuga National Park is situated within the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Coastal classification and Australian national oversight anchor the geographic profile of the protected area.
Countries
Australia
Regions
Pilbara, Western Australia
Primary location
Pilbara
Geographic setting
Coastal
Boundary and coordinates

Interactive boundary geometry and derived spatial measurements

Murujuga National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent

The mapped outline provides spatial context for understanding the protected area configuration. Accompanying facts detail the recorded area, coordinate limits, and geographic spans without claiming legal survey precision.
Boundary area
51.4 km²
Boundary perimeter
96 km
Northernmost point
20.5215° S
Southernmost point
20.6736° S
Easternmost point
116.8674° E
Westernmost point
116.7349° E
Geographic centre
20.5861° S, 116.807° E
North–south span
16.8 km
East–west span
13.8 km
Murujuga National Park
Terrain and natural features

Explore recorded capes, wetlands, peaks, and peninsulas within the park boundary.

Murujuga National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features

Examine stored terrain classifications alongside recorded named natural features located within Murujuga National Park. Linked feature cards supply official names, feature types, measurements, and spatial relationships where documented.

Selected named natural features

Capes

Sloping Point

Wetlands

Searipple Passage

Peaks

Mount Burrup

129 m

Peninsulas

Burrup Peninsula

Environmental setting

Arid climate profiles and coastal landscape features across the park

Murujuga National Park Environmental Setting and Coastal Classification

Recorded classifications group coastal geography and arid climate parameters into structured interpretive categories for the protected terrain. Linked atlas pathways connect these physical attributes to broader regional protected-area contexts.
Climate
Arid
Forest cover
No forest cover

Landscape features

Coast

Park atlas

Trace the regional protected landscape spread and compare similar park geography around the Pilbara.

Explore Nearby National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Murujuga National Park

Discover additional national parks and protected areas situated within Western Australia's Pilbara region and its surrounding coastal geography. Expand your exploration of unique ancient cultural landscapes and diverse protected terrain by comparing similar park entities across the mapped atlas.
Marine protected areaWestern Australia
20 km away#1 closest

Northeast

Dampier Marine Park: Geographic Overview and Marine Protected Area Mapping

Protected shelf ecosystems of the Pilbara coast, Western Australia

Dampier Marine Park spans a mosaic of shallow shelf waters near the Dampier Archipelago. This protected area integrates diverse management zones to support migratory pathways for marine megafauna and preserve benthic habitats across the Northwest Shelf Province. Understanding its boundaries provides insight into the intersection of conservation and marine spatial planning in one of Australia's most significant coastal bioregions.

Area
1,252 km²
Established
2018
IUCN
VI
Relief
Lowland
National parkWestern Australia
60 km away#2 closest

South

Millstream Chichester National Park: A Mapped Protected Landscape in Western Australia

Explore its geographic spread and natural terrain features.

Millstream Chichester National Park is a designated national park within the vast geographic expanse of Western Australia. This entry provides detailed atlas-level information focused on its protected boundaries and distinct landscape characteristics. Understand the park's role within the regional geography and its significance as a mapped natural area for discovery and exploration.

Area
2,381.67 km²
Established
1970
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Marine protected areaWestern Australia
111 km away#3 closest

West

Montebello Islands Marine Park: Western Australia Marine Protected Area Atlas

Mapping tropical reefs and archipelago terrain

Montebello Islands Marine Park preserves a significant archipelago and its surrounding tropical marine environment off the Pilbara coast. The area features extensive reef flats, mangrove communities, and deep oceanic waters that provide essential habitat for marine life and nesting sea turtles. Its physical profile includes a unique mix of natural reef-building processes and human history, making it a key component of the Western Australian marine conservation landscape.

Area
583.44 km²
Established
2004
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
A digital illustration of a rugged desert gorge with layered red rock walls, sparse trees, and tufted vegetation under a soft, light-colored sky.
National parkWestern Australia
212 km away#4 closest

Southeast

Karijini National Park

Mapped natural terrain and regional geography for this Australian national park.

Karijini National Park, in Western Australia, Australia. Landscapes: mountains, canyons, and cliffs.

Area
6,274.22 km²
Established
1969
IUCN
II
Visitors
166K annual
A stylized digital illustration of a sandy coastal landscape with native green shrubs in the foreground and a turquoise ocean with white waves in the background.
Marine protected areaWestern Australia
283 km away#5 closest

Southwest

Ningaloo Marine Park: Mapping Western Australia's Protected Marine Geography and Habitats

Examining the oceanic shelf and reef environments of this key marine protected area

Ningaloo Marine Park safeguards a dynamic mosaic of shallow lagoons, reef edges, and deeper slope environments off the coast of Western Australia. This protected expanse is central to the regional conservation of whale shark feeding grounds and humpback whale migratory routes, offering a detailed perspective on the geomorphological character of the Central Western Shelf Transition.

Area
2,435 km²
Established
1987
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Marine protected areaWestern Australia
305 km away#6 closest

Southwest

Gascoyne Marine Park: Protected Marine Geography and Seafloor Terrain Map

Marine protected area situated along the Western Australian coast

Gascoyne Marine Park encompasses a significant offshore region defined by its shallow continental shelf and varied seafloor structures. This protected marine area supports vital habitats for migratory species and contributes to the broader ecological network of the North-west Marine Parks system, offering a clear view of specialized aquatic environments through detailed mapping.

Area
81,766 km²
Established
2018
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Marine protected areaWestern Australia
307 km away#7 closest

North

Argo-Rowley Terrace Marine Park: Mapped Geography and Marine Protected Area Context

Expansive oceanic territory within the Western Australian region

Argo-Rowley Terrace Marine Park represents a vast offshore environment protecting diverse aquatic life and unique seafloor features. This marine protected area bridges the gap between the isolated Rowley Shoals and deep-water abyssal hills. The region is essential for understanding the structural geology of the ocean floor, encompassing everything from shallow reefs to abyssal plains in the remote north-west of Australia.

Area
146,003 km²
Established
2018
IUCN
VI
Relief
Lowland
Watercolor illustration showing a coastal scene with shoreline, water, and landforms
National parkWestern Australia
312 km away#8 closest

Southwest

Cape Range National Park: Exploring Western Australia's Protected Landscape Identity

Mapped boundaries and regional geographic context.

Cape Range National Park is a vital protected area located in Western Australia, offering a distinct geographic profile for atlas exploration. This entry focuses on its identity as a national park, detailing its mapped landscape and regional context. Users can discover the park's place within the state's diverse terrain and understand its significance as a mapped conservation area, contributing to a structured understanding of Australia's protected lands.

Area
476.55 km²
Established
1965
IUCN
II
Relief
Highland
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Continue Exploring Murujuga National Park's Geographic Identity

Delve deeper into the atlas representation of Murujuga National Park. Understanding its specific location, protected land boundaries, and surrounding regional geography provides essential context for geographic discovery. This park's mapped details offer a focused view within the Pilbara's diverse natural landscapes for continued exploration.

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