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Cape Le Grand National Park

National Park in Western Australia

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About Cape Le Grand National Park

Cape Le Grand National Park protects a stunning section of the Esperance coastline, featuring some of Australia's whitest beaches backed by massive granite peaks, vibrant wildflowers, and striking coastal heathlands. The park includes Lucky Bay — where kangaroos regularly lounge on the white sand — and Thistle Cove, Le Grand Beach, and Hellfire Bay. Frenchman Peak offers a challenging hike to a spectacular cave window with coastal panoramas, and the park is renowned for its extraordinary spring wildflower diversity.

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Cape Le Grand National Park protects a stunning section of the Esperance coastline, featuring some of Australia's whitest beaches backed by massive granite peaks, vibrant wildflowers, and striking coastal heathlands. The park includes Lucky Bay — where kangaroos regularly lounge on the white sand — and Thistle Cove, Le Grand Beach, and Hellfire Bay. Frenchman Peak offers a challenging hike to a spectacular cave window with coastal panoramas, and the park is renowned for its extraordinary spring wildflower diversity.

Warnings

No Mobile Coverage In ParkCampsite Bookings Essential — Limited SitesFrenchman Peak Hike Involves Steep ScramblingShark Risk In Some Bays — Check Local Advice

Getting There

Map of Cape Le Grand National Park

56 km east of Esperance (630 km southeast of Perth) via Fisheries Road. Fully sealed to Lucky Bay.

Visitor Tips

  • Lucky Bay kangaroos are wild — keep distance and do not feed
  • Coastal Trail is 15 km one-way between Lucky Bay and Le Grand Beach — can be done in sections
  • Frenchman Peak cave window is best in morning light
  • Book Lucky Bay campsite months in advance for peak season

Quick Facts

At a Glance

The Place

Significance
National

Plan Your Visit

Entry
Paid
Duration
2–3 days
Best Time
September to November (wildflower season); April to October for best conditions
Hours
Open 24 hours.

Good to Know

Wheelchair Accessible

Highlights

Kangaroos On Lucky Bay BeachFrenchman Peak Hike With Cave Window ViewsThistle Cove Turquoise WaterExtraordinary Wildflower Diversity In SpringLe Grand Beach — One Of Australia'S Whitest Beaches

Activities

SwimmingSnorkellingHiking (Coastal Trail, Frenchman Peak)Kangaroo Encounters At Lucky BayWildflower WalksFishingCampingPhotography

Features

Available:Wheelchair Accessible
Not available:Dog Friendly
Not available:Pram/Stroller Friendly
Not available:Camping Available
Not available:Tours Available
Not available:Guided Walks
Not available:Swimming Allowed
Not available:Lockers Available

Facilities

Lucky Bay Campground (56 Sites, Solar Showers, Gas BBQs, Toilets)Le Grand CampgroundRossiter Bay Boat RampToilets At All Major Sites

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