See & Do

CAPE LE GRAND NATIONAL PARK

Located just under an hour’s drive from Esperance, Cape Le Grand National Park is among the best coastal scenery in Western Australia, with unbelievably white sandy beaches, crystal clear water and rugged coastline. This stunning area is ideal for swimming, surfing, fishing, bushwalking, and camping. Relax at the beaches and bays or hike Frenchman’s Peak with views over many islands. Entry $14 per car ($8 concession).

LUCKY BAY

For an experience to remember, meet the kangaroos at Lucky Bay. Here the kangaroos come right down onto the beach to sunbathe on the whitest sand in Australia. We ask that you do not feed the kangaroos.

GREAT OCEAN DRIVE

A 38km round trip featuring Rotary Lookout, Observatory Point, Twilight Cove and Australia’s first windfarm at Salmon Beach.

BANDY CREEK BOAT HARBOUR

The hub of the region’s commercial fishing industry and a great place to drop a line in if you’re keen to fish.

CANNERY ARTS CENTRE

A premier exhibition space located in Norseman Road with touring exhibitions, studios, and an art and crafts shop featuring local works that are for sale.

HELMS ARBORETUM

Located 17kms north of Esperance. Acres of a diverse range of botanical species with wildflowers (in season), picnic areas and trails.

MONJINGUP LAKE RESERVE

Located 14kms from Esperance. Beautiful bushland and lakes. Walking trails, barbeque, picnic areas, birdwatching and wildflowers (in season) available.

KEPWARI TRAIL / WOODY LAKE NATURE RESERVE

Walking trails, birdwatching, wildflowers (in season) and selfguided canoe trail available.

ESPERANCE MUSEUM

Outstanding museum located on the corner of James and Dempster Streets. Exhibits include the worlds largest and most comprehensive Skylab and the Sanko Harvest displays (the largest diveable wreck off the Australian coast).

RECHERCHE ARCHIPELAGO (BAY OF ISLES)

100 pristine islands. A haven for an enormous variety of wildlife, as well as being a playground for holiday makers offering excellent diving, snorkelling, fishing and sailing. Fishing charters and island cruises available.

DEMPSTER HOMESTEAD

Built in 1867 this was the home of Esperance’s most famous pioneer family. It is privately owned but can be viewed from the road at 155 Dempster Street.

TOMMY WINDICH’S CULTURAL PRECINCT

Located on Hughes Road, at the entrance of the Southern Ports Authority, this is the burial place of the faithful friend and companion of early explorer, John Forrest.

MERMAID LEATHER

Fish skin leather factory tours and showroom at 6 Wood Street. Items for sale. Open Tuesday–Sunday, 2pm–5pm.

HISTORIC MUSEUM VILLAGE

Fascinating collection of historical buildings which house art, crafts, a café and the Esperance Visitor Centre.

WOODY ISLAND

Located 15kms from Esperance and boasting seasonal cruise access, a visitor centre, and kiosk and café. Swimming, snorkelling, fishing and bushwalking available here.

ESPERANCE STONEHENGE

Located along Merivale Road, this is a complete replica to scale of the original ‘Stonehenge’ in the UK.

ESPERANCE ART TRAIL

Offers visitors a chance to view artists’ work in private and public galleries. For more information, please call Esperance Community Arts on 9072 1158.

ESPERANCE MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK

The Esperance Mountain Bike Park boasts a 2km, 3km, 5km and 11km circuit. Located about 15kms from Esperance along the Esperance Norseman Highway, helmets are compulsory when using the circuits.

CINDY POOLE GLASS GALLERY

Glass Art inspired by surroundings and experiences. Visit the studio of one of the artisans responsible for the Whale Tail sculpture.

LAKE HILLIER

One of Esperance’s most famous tourist attractions. Surrounded by lush greenery and right next to the bright blue waters of the Indian Ocean, the pink bubble-gum coloured lake is truly remarkable and well protected. Lake Hillier is located off the coast of Cape Arid in a remote location which is difficult to access. You can reach Middle Island by air or sea. Regular scenic flights are available and seasonal boat charter services book out fast.