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The Staircase to the Moon is an optical effect where the rising full moon reflects off the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay near Broome, Western Australia, creating the appearance of a bright stepped path to the moon.
The event occurs on nights when moonrise coincides with an exceptionally low tide and clear skies, producing dramatic vertical reflections along the wet sand and shallow pools.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Town Beach Foreshore (Roebuck Bay) |
| Gantheaume Point Lookout (INCORRECT for Staircase) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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