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Esperance
Experience
Holiday Guide 2016/2017
Photo courtesy of Dan Paris Photography
Welcome...
In dramatic contrast to the red earth of the West Australian Outback, Esperance hosts an
abundance of extraordinary beauty in some of the world’s best beaches and pristine coastline.
Nowhere else can you experience hundreds of kilometres of easily accessible beaches that
boast the brightest, whitest sand and crystal clear blue, green and turquoise water.
Escape
Regardless of your reason for wanting to get away
from it all. Esperance will provide you with a tranquil
and unforgettable escape.
Whether you like a self-drive tour and camping or
whether you prefer the comfort of a fly/drive holiday
staying in comfortable accommodation, the pristine
location of Esperance has an abundance on offer.
From breathtaking national parks and some of the
most spectacular beaches in the world to unique
attractions and secluded getaways, Esperance will
provide you with a truly unforgettable holiday.
Nature and Leisure
Arguably the world’s best beaches… Whether
it’s the stunningly fine white sand or the almost
magical clear blue waters, visitors from all over the
globe are constantly proclaiming that the beaches in
Esperance are simply the best they have ever seen.
Find out more about the magnificent splendour of
the multitude of beaches in and around Esperance
by going to page 6.
National Parks… Breathtaking scenery awaits you
at any one of the five nearby national parks. From the
lofty heights of Frenchman’s Peak at Cape Le Grand
to the prolific diversity of the flora and fauna at the
Fitzgerald River National Park, there are unique and
spectacular elements on offer here that will appeal
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to anyone. More information on what you can find
within these pristine wildernesses can be found on
page 8.
Camping… Whether your idea of camping
involves a swag on the beach or a caravan in a
park, you can find it here in Esperance. To find out
more about creating that unforgettable camping
holiday with your family or that special someone
turn to page 9.
Fly/Drive… Esperance is often described as
‘out of the way, out of this world’ so if a seven
hour drive through our beautiful state is not to
your liking, a flight with Virgin Australia will take
you from Per th to Esperance in an hour and a
half. More information on flights can be found
on the next page and the many car hire options
in our shopping section.
Self-drive Tours… If a holiday is as much about
the journey as the destination for you, then why not
take in some of the most spectacular scenery you
will ever encounter on the way to Esperance and try
a self-drive tour. More information on these can be
found on page 5.
Fancy a spot of fishing… If throwing a line in for a
fish is what your holiday is all about then you will be
spoilt for choice in Esperance. Whether it’s bonito
off a jetty, salmon on a beach, trevally off the rocks or
even bream sitting on the edge of a lake there are no
Our thanks to the following
photographers for the generous
supply of their artwork:
In Esperance:
Esperance Visitor Centre…………9083 1555
Dan Paris from Dan Paris Photography.
For more information on Dan’s portfolio please
visit: www.danparis.com.au
Outside Esperance:
TMP Distribution……………0411 024 528 or
www.tmp.net.au
Tom Jessett from T-Rex Photography.
For more information on Tom’s portfolio please
visit: Facebook.com/trexphotography.net
www.visitesperance.com
end of options down here. To find out more about
where to go for your next big catch, go to page 16.
Activities and Attractions… Perhaps your idea
of filling time while on holiday involves adrenalin, or
maybe it’s more like reading a book on the beach.
Either way Esperance has heaps of ways to fill your
days and many of them won’t cost you a cent! To see
some of these suggestions turn to page 20.
Accommodation… With everything from a luxury
apartment through to a section of grass to put up
your tent or even a B&B with a stunning view, there
are accommodation options aplenty on offer in
Esperance. To find out more about what might suit
you turn to page 26.
Eating Out… Whether it’s a quick bite for lunch or
a romantic dinner for two or perhaps a scrumptious
option somewhere in between, Esperance has a
multitude of different choices to suit your desires for
great food. On page 34 you can find out where your
next delicious meal might come from.
Shopping Options… Whatever you forgot to
bring or whatever you need while you’re down in
Esperance you’ll find readily available. Everything
from a haircut and pampering through to groceries
and a chemist on a Sunday, it’s all here. Page 33 has
all the information to help you find out what’s on
offer and where to go to find it.
PLAY IT SAFE ON GRAVEL ROADS
Gravel roads can be treacherous if you are not
careful. Like a wet road, braking distances are
double that of a sealed road. Because of the
loose top surface and corrugations you will not
be able to turn as sharply as when on sealed
roads either.
We want you to enjoy your holiday here and
come back again, so please slow down on gravel
roads and drive to your ability and the conditions.
Photo courtesy of T-Rex Photography
About Esperance...
Emergency Numbers
History
Flying to Esperance
Fire, Police & Ambulance...........................................000
Esperance Police Station...........................9079 8999
Esperance Fire and Rescue......................9071 3911
Esperance Sea Search and Rescue......9071 1697
Esperance Hospital .....................................9071 0888
Poisons Information Centre .......................13 11 26
Virgin Australia fly to Esperance from
Perth daily. The flight lasts less than 90
minutes and is a fast and easy way to
get to Esperance. Call 13 67 89 or
visit www.virginaustralia.com for more
information or to book.
Aboriginal people have been in the Esperance area for over 200 000 years,
and the Aboriginal name of the area is “Kepa Kurl”, which means “the place
where the waters lay down like a boomerang”. In 1841 Edward John Eyre
with his Aboriginal guide Wylie, met Captain Rossiter on their epic journey
from Adelaide, aboard the French Whaler “Mississippi” in the bay which is
now known as Rossiter Bay. Wylie Bay was named by Eyre to honour his
guide.
Service Numbers
Esperance is blessed with a
Mediterranean style climate which
provides us with a temperate and
enjoyable climate all year round.
The Esperance town site was first settled by the Dempster brothers in the
1860s, when they walked from Northam to Esperance with their families,
Aboriginal guides and over 3000 head of stock. The Esperance town was
formally gazetted in 1893 and farming and agriculture were the key industries.
Tourist Information Centres
French explorers are credited with making the first landing in Esperance,
whilst sheltering from a storm in 1792. The town itself was named after a
French ship, L’Espérance, which is French for ‘hope’.
In 1802 British navigator Matthew Flinders sailed through the Bay of Isles and
named several key Esperance locations, including Lucky Bay and Thistle Cove.
The town continued to flourish as a farming community, and in 1962 work
commenced on the Port Authority, which saw the Esperance economy
diversify.
In 2014 Esperance has a population of approximately 15 000 people, and has
a number of key industries, including tourism, mining, fishing and agriculture.
Hopetoun
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Esperance Taxi Service................................9071 1782
Department of Parks and Wildlife.......9083 2100
Department of Fisheries...........................9071 1839
Shire of Esperance........................................9071 0666
WA Road Conditions..........................1800 013 314
■ Esperance Visitor Centre:
Museum Village
Cnr Dempster and Kemp Sts,
Esperance
Phone: 08 9083 1555 or 1300 66 44 55
Bookings: [email protected]
Information: [email protected]
Website: www.visitesperance.com
■ Ravensthorpe Visitor Centre:
Morgans St (Main St of town, opposite
of BP service station on the corner of
Queen St).
Phone: 08 9838 1277
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au/
visiting/visitor_services
■ Hopetoun Visitor Centre:
Hopetoun Community Resource
Centre
Veal St, Hopetoun
Phone: 08 9838 3062
■ Norseman Visitor Centre:
68 Roberts St, Norseman
Phone: 08 9039 1071
Website: www.norseman.info
Our Seasons
SUMMER
(December to February): Summer is
a magnificent time to visit Esperance!
With so many beautiful beaches to
choose from, you can have an entire
beach to yourself. Esperance has
incredible summer weather, with an
average temperature of 28 degrees.
AUTUMN
(March to May): Make the most of
the stunning and still autumn days by
exploring some of our breathtaking
national parks and walks. Autumn is a
favourite with the locals, with plenty of
exciting things to do on those balmy 24
degree days.
WINTER
(June to Aug): While the temperatures
can get a bit chilly, the beginning of
winter marks the start of the whale
season, with whales often spotted
swimming through the bay. Later in the
season wildflowers begin to emerge.
The average temperature tops out in
the high teens.
SPRING
(September to November): Spring
is a blooming marvellous time of the
year, with the wildflower season in full
swing. Explore the colourful scenery of
our beautiful town, with temperatures
warming from the low to mid 20s.
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Transwa’s luxury road coach
services depart Esperance
6 times per week for Perth and
3 times per week for Kalgoorlie
50% discounted fares for:
- Seniors nationally
- WA Pensioners and Health Care
- Children under 16 years
- WA full-time SmartRider Students
1300 662 205
www.transwa.wa.gov.au
Transwa we’re going your way
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Self-Drive Holidays
Why not make the long drive to Esperance both more enjoyable and interesting by taking part
in one of these self-drive tour suggestions:
2 Day Self Drive
Esperance and the Lakes Self Drive
Experience historic towns, picturesque farmlands,
and outback wineries enroute to Esperance.
Day 1: Perth – Lake Grace
350km, 4 hours
Slicing through WA’s southern regions, take in the
green fields and a patchwork of farmland as you
head to Williams and then on to Arthur River with
its scenic riverside picnic spots.
Journey through the heart of sheep farming territory
to Lake Grace. Along the way you’ll see Wagin’s
Giant Ram and historic Museum Village.
Make sure you call in at Cambinata Yabbies Farm just
out of Kukerin.
Accommodation Options: Outback Pub, motels,
caravan park, camping and B&B’s.
Day 2: Lake Grace – Esperance
428km, 5 hours
In the morning visit Australian Inland Mission Hospital
showcasing the work of the Royal Flying Doctor
Service. Visit a true outback winery at Walkers Hill
Vineyard.
Take in the views across the massive Lake Grace
before heading to Lake King. Visit the historic mining
town of Ravensthorpe and continue to Hopetoun
and the Fitzgerald River National Park.
Later, drive on to Esperance, ideal for longer stays
with a range of superb national parks, island cruises,
attractions and Australia’s whitest beaches.
3 Day Self Drive
Coastal Esperance Self Drive
Discover Wheatbelt towns, pristine nature, wineries
and Australia’s award winning whitest beaches in
Esperance.
Day 1: Perth – Albany
524km, 5.5 hours
An idyllic day’s drive through the Weatbelt’s quaint
towns. Stop at museums and sample local wines
around Wandering, Narrogin and Mt Barker before
arriving in Albany.
Accommodation Options: Motels, hotels, B&B’s,
caravan parks and camping.
Day 2: Albany – Hopetoun
340km, 3.5 hours
Depart historic Albany heading east via the
Porongurup and Stirling Range National Parks to
the historic mining town of Ravensthorpe. Continue
to the coastal town of Hopetoun, nestled on the
tranquil shores of Mary Anne Haven, once the
thriving port for the Phillips River goldfields.
Accommodation Options: Motels, caravan parks,
outback pub, B&B’s chalets and camping.
Day 3: Hopetoun – Esperance
194km, 2 hours
Spend the morning exploring the magnificent
Fitzgerald River National Park with its untouched
scenery and wildflowers during springtime. $40
million has recently been spent upgrading extensive
scenic drives, placing interpretive signage and
improving walk trails.
From here travel via Munglinup Beach and Stokes
National Park to the picturesque seaside town of
Esperance.
4 Day Self Drive
Esperance and Wave Rock Self Drive
Why not travel to Esperance via Wave Rock and
Australia’s most spectacular woodlands country.
Day 1: Perth – Wave Rock (Hyden)
340km, 4 hours
Head east from Perth, travelling through picturesque
farmland to Corrigin (famous for its Dog in a Ute
Competition and Dog Cemetery!). Enjoy lunch at
local restaurants like Terra Vista before a short drive
to Wave Rock, 15 metres high and 110 metres long!
In the afternoon visit natural attractions including
Hippo’s Yawn and Mulka’s Cave – home to Aboriginal
art.
Accommodation Options: Motel, cottages, caravan
park, apartment and B&B.
Day 2: Wave Rock – Norseman
301km, 5.5 hours
Head east along the Granite and Woodlands
Discovery Trail. View 16 interpretive sites along this
excellent unsealed road. See Norseman’s Tin Camels
and view the town from Beacon Hill Lookout.
Accommodation Options: Motels, outback pub,
caravan park and camping.
Day 3: Norseman – Esperance
203km, 2.5 hours
Walk around Norseman viewing its history and then
drive the “Salmon Gum Highway” to Esperance.
Accommodation
Options:
Hotels,
motels,
apartments, B&B’s, cottages, caravan parks and
camping at National Parks and Woody Island.
Day 4: Esperance
Stay as long as you like with five National Parks and
an abundance of other things to explore, all within
a day’s drive
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The Beaches...
Arguably the best beaches in the world...
Whether you prefer lazing in the sun, reading a book in the shade, throwing in a line, snorkelling,
surfing, swimming or just splashing about, Esperance has a beach just for you. In fact with more
than 20 of the most spectacular beaches you will ever encounter nearby the only difficulty is
deciding which one to visit today.
Esperance Foreshore and
Castletown Quays
The pristine Esperance Bay is fringed with pines
and visited by whales, dolphins and seals and each
beach has its own special attraction. Calm waters
in front of the Yacht Club are particularly good for
young families, the James Street Jetty has a great
slide and swimming pontoon, while Castletown
Quay’s long white beach with gentle waves is
perfect for families with ‘beginner surfers’ in tow.
During the summer months Elto’s Waterpark visits
the Esperance Foreshore providing hours of fun and
entertainment for all ages.
Facilities: Gas barbecues and shade shelters, toilets,
disabled access toilets, showers.
West Beach
A favourite with surfers, this very beautiful beach
should be approached with caution, as rips are
prevalent here. Local residents can be found
swimming in the lagoon pools between the reef and
shore when conditions are safe. Activities include
surfing and walking. Facilities: Toilets & showers
Distance: 3 km.
Fourth Beach
Blue Haven
(Voted ‘Most Popular Beach in WA’)
Hidden at the bottom of a long flight of stairs, Blue
Haven’s pristine waters, sheltered swimming and
good fishing make this a great family beach. Don’t let
the stairs put you off from visiting though – the view
from the platform at the top is spectacular.
Salmon Beach
Salmon Beach is a very popular fishing spot for locals,
who will often be seen casting a line from the beach.
The waters can be quite rough at Salmon Beach and
it is therefore not safe for swimming.
Renowned for its sweeping beaches, Fourth Beach
is quite popular with those passionate about water
sports.
Twilight Beach
Twilight Beach is a spectacular family beach with
crystal clear waters and snow white sand. As
the beach curves to the south west it becomes
increasingly protected by its orientation and two
offshore rocks. The beach is patrolled by surf
lifesavers during the summer weekends. Activities
include swimming and surfing.
Distance: 7 km
Facilities: Toilets & Showers
Observatory Beach
Observatory Beach is a hot spot for wind and kite
surfers, promising awesome waves without the
crowds. Relatively unknown, this beach is also great
for surfing and boogie boarding.
Distance: 9.5 km
Facilities: Toilets, disabled access toilets
Ten Mile Lagoon
Ten Mile Lagoon is a great swimming beach, especially
for families with young children. A rocky shore acts
as a natural breakwater, forming a long shallow pool
that’s considerably warmer than the ocean. Activities
include swimming, surfing and boogie boarding, while
you’ll also see people fishing off the reef.
For naturalists, Esperance’s ‘free’ beach is 100 metres
further down.
Distance: 14 km
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Beaches West of Esperance
Quagi Beach
Quagi is one of the most popular camping sites for
visitors to the Esperance area, offering a unique
opportunity for visitors to enjoy beachside camping
in a natural bush environment. Popular activities
include swimming, bird watching, fishing, camping
and walking.
Distance: 80 km
Facilities: Camping ground (Shire fees apply), toilets.
Stokes Inlet (Stokes National Park)
Stokes Inlet is one of the most picturesque and
interesting estuaries along Western Australia’s south
eastern coast. Long beaches are framed by rocky
headlands, behind which lie sand dunes, low hills and
heath land. Activities include bird watching, camping,
fishing, canoeing and walking.
Distance: 90 km
Facilities: Camping ground (Department of Parks and
Wildlife fees apply), gas barbecues, toilets.
Munglinup Beach
Munglinup Beach is bordered by a natural reef
where you can swim, snorkel and experience the
local marine life in crystal clear water. Enjoy fishing
from the beach or canoeing on the Oldfield Estuary.
Activities include bird watching, camping, fishing,
swimming, canoeing and walking.
Distance: 110 kilometres
Facilities: Camping ground (Shire fees apply), toilets
Beaches East of Esperance
Bandy Creek
Bandy Creek is a favourite with the locals, next to
the Esperance Fishing boat harbour close to town.
With a long shallow bank that drops away suddenly
to provide deep access for boats and fishing vessels,
Bandy Creek is a great place for swimming, paddling,
canoeing and fishing. Accessible with a 2WD vehicle
and very sheltered, this is an ideal family beach.
Wylie Bay to Cape le Grand National Park
Wylie Bay is accessible to two wheel drive vehicles
and is a great destination for a secluded picnic or
fishing in the calm waters (no camping allowed). The
more adventurous may prefer to make their way
to Cape le Grand across the white sandy beaches
via four wheel drive. (Check tide and local beach
conditions.) Activities include swimming, diving,
fishing, surfing, sand dunes, boating, bush walking and
The Beaches...
camping at Cape le Grand National Park.
Distance: 10 – 56 km
Facilities: Bring drinking water. Gas barbecues, shade
shelters, camping ground at Cape le Grand National
Park (Department of Parks and Wildlife fees apply),
toilets, disabled access toilets.
Hellfire Bay
The magnificent sheltered Hellfire Bay offers plenty of
walking trails and the beach is fantastic for swimming,
beach cricket, boogie boarding and fishing. Other
activities include diving, surfing and bush walking.
Distance: 56 km
Facilities: Gas barbecues (Department of Parks and
Wildlife fees apply), toilets, disabled access toilets.
Lucky Bay
(Voted ‘the Whitest Beach in Australia’)
Located between Thistle Cove and Rossiter Bay
in the Cape le Grand National Park, ‘unspoilt’
and ‘spectacular’ are two words that reflect the
absolute beauty of Lucky Bay; even the kangaroos
appreciate the sun and sand. They are regularly
spotted lazing on the beach and keeping visitors
at the nearby camp ground enter tained. The
sand here is so fine and clean that it squeaks
under your feet. The bay is well protected from
prevailing weather and the Lucky Bay camping
ground offers a great bush setting next to the
beach and is popular with locals and visitors of
all ages. Activities include swimming, diving, fishing,
camping, surfing, boating and bush walking.
Distance: 66 km
Facilities: Camping grounds, gas barbecues, shade
shelters, solar hot water showers, toilets, bring drinking
water, (Department of Parks and Wildlife fees apply).
Duke of Orleans Bay to Wharton Beach
The Duke is a favourite with travellers and locals alike.
Nestled between the Cape le Grand and Cape Arid
National Parks, the bay is sheltered and is an ideal family
beach with magnificent coastal scenery, superb beaches
of snow white sand and crystal blue waters. Four
wheel drive vehicles have access to the beach. Activities
include swimming, diving, fishing and camping.
Distance: 89 km
Facilities: Duke of Orleans Caravan Park, shop, water
available, gas barbecues, dogs permitted, toilets,
disabled access toilets.
Alexander Bay
Enjoy beautiful views off the coast while lying on
the pristine white sands of Alexander Bay. This
4WD only, sheltered bay is fantastic for swimming
and is perfect for beach fishing and camping. Other
activities include diving, surfing, boating, bush walking
and 4WD.
Distance: 108 km
Facilities: Camping ground (Shire fees apply), toilets.
Thomas River to Cape Arid National Park
Thomas River offers an array of natural wonders
with abundant bird life and great fishing. This popular
camping and fishing location is perfect for families.
Don’t miss the sights of Yokinup and Little Tagon Bays.
Activities include swimming, diving, fishing, camping,
boating and bush walking.
Distance: 122 km
Facilities: Two camping grounds (Department of
Parks and Wildlife fees apply), gas barbecues, toilets.
Israelite Bay
Israelite Bay offers remote sandy beaches and
excellent coastal scenery, and is where the ruins of
the Israelite Bay Telegraph Station, which operated
from 1877-1917, can be seen. Although very difficult
to access, (the last 100 km is restricted to four
wheel drive vehicles only and there are no facilities),
Israelite Bay offers good fishing, swimming, camping
and bush walking.
Distance: 200 km
Facilities: Visitors should check road conditions and
ensure they are self-sufficient. Bring your own water
and fuel as there are no facilities.
Lucky Bean Café
HOME OF THE KANGACINO
Deliciously located on the beach at
Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park
Open from 10am to 3pm
*****
Closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays
OPEN SEPTEMBER TO APRIL
[email protected]
facebook.com/luckybeancafe
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National Parks...
granite peak and its companion, Peak
Eleanora, provide sweeping views over dry sand plain
heaths and salt lake systems. Other than toilets at the
designated camping area (no fees) and a walk trail,
no facilities are provided in this remote area, so go
prepared and carry your own water. Make sure you
are totally self-sufficient.
Campsites with toilets are located at Four Mile Beach,
Hamersley Inlet and Saint Mary Inlet. Camping fees
are payable in addition to national park visitor fees.
Roads may be closed following rain due to the real
threat of spreading dieback.
There are many beautiful spots easily accessible to
two wheel drive vehicles; the interior with its more
rugged and mountainous terrain is only accessible by
four wheel drives or on foot, the central wilderness
area is closed to vehicle access to protect this
beautiful yet fragile environment from the effects
of an introduced plant pathogen called dieback
Peak Charles National Park
Located 150 km north west of Esperance, this ancient (Phytophthora cinnamomi).
Twertup Horrie and Dorri trails in the western
section of the park will take one to two hours and
take in vistas of Fitzgerald River valley, spongolite cliffs,
the old quarry and wildflowers.
Cape Le Grand National Park
Located approximately half an hour east of Esperance,
Cape Le Grand National Park is one of Western
Australia’s best known and most spectacular national
parks. Caravan and camping areas are located at Le
Grand Beach and the magnificent Lucky Bay, which is
continually named Australia’s whitest beach.
Make sure that you grab a barista coffee on the
beach at Lucky Bay with Lucky Bean Café. Tank water,
septic toilets, solar heated showers, camp kitchens
and barbecue facilities are all available at Lucky Bay.
However there is no power available. Department of
Parks and Wildlife fees apply.
Frenchman’s Peak: Frenchman’s Peak showcases
amazing views of Cape Le Grand National Park. The
3km round trip leads from the car park up the gentle
slope east of the summit. Allow 1.5 hours.
Coastal Track: The 15 km Coastal Track runs from
Le Grand Beach to Rossiter Bay via Hellfire Bay and
features excellent coastal views. Always carry drinking
water with you.
Cape Arid National Park
Located approximately 120 km to the east of
Esperance Cape Arid National Park is accessible by
a good road, however most of the park itself is 4WD
only. The park features magnificent granite headlands,
crystal clear waters and sparkling white sands. There
are two camping areas at Thomas River and Seal
Creek with limited facilities (pit toilets, barbecues, no
power or water).
Department of Parks and Wildlife fees apply.
Len Otte Nature Trail is a 1 km return journey
and features views over the park and a close look at
the varied plant and animal life of the area.
Tagon Coastal Walk is a 7 km, four hour return
journey that features views over the wild coastline. In
winter you may be lucky enough to spot a southern
right whale, which often come close in shore to the
shelter of the bays.
Over two thirds of the plant species in the park are
susceptible to the dieback fungus, so please stay on
marked tracks and be very cautious of spreading mud,
Stokes National Park
particularly from areas outside of the park boundaries.
Access to the park is via gravel road. Please drive Please help to protect this jewel of the south coast.
carefully. Stokes National Park features beautiful
East Mount Barren is a three hour journey of
coastal and inlet scenery approximately 80 km west
medium to hard walking featuring vast panoramic
of Esperance. Take time to visit and explore the
land and sea views, moderate mountain walking,
historic Moir Homestead that was built more than
interesting rock formations and unique wildflowers.
140 years ago. Stokes Inlet is 2WD accessible, has a
bush campground with toilets and BBQ’s, DPaW fees The Hakea walk trail is a spectacular, sometimes
apply and camping is permissible at Skippy Rock and rugged walk trail along the Fitzgerald River National
Fanny Cove, though only accessible via 4WD (with Park eastern coastline, starting at Cave Point car park
and finishing some 23 km to the west near Quoin
basic facilities).
Head on the edge of the park’s central wilderness
The Heritage Trail is a 4.3 km, one and a half hour
area. This is a class 4 walk trail requiring bushwalking
return journey.This easy walk features on-site plaques
experience, moderate fitness, sturdy boots,
describing changes which have occurred to the inlet
appropriate clothing for the conditions and adequate
environment. The path gives magnificent views of the
water. The walk is a journey through geological
inlet and surrounds.
history, traversing outstanding features including a
unique section of limestone karst cliff line and wave
Fitzgerald River National Park
cut platforms about 90 meters above sea level.
Located west of Esperance, with its eastern gateway
There are three starting points for the trail, one at Cave
through Hopetoun, the Fitzgerald River National Park
Point, one at West Beach and one at Hamersley Inlet
is one of the last great wilderness areas of the south
recreation area and all three trail heads are accessed by
and contains a representation of nearly 20 per cent of
a sealed road. An overnight facility is provided at Whale
the state’s plant species. Classified as one of Western
Bone Creek campground, with simple composting
Australia’s most diverse and important national parks, it
toilets and raised sleeping platforms.
boasts a magnificent coastline of rocky headlands with
sandy white beaches and striking mountain ranges. It lies Cave Point Lookout A cantilevered lookout
between Hopetoun and Bremer Bay surrounding the perched on top of the cliff at Cave Point offers
inlets of the Fitzgerald, Gairdner, Phillips and Hamersley sweeping views of the coastline back toward
Rivers.The park has some 209 species of birds and over Hopetoun (to the east) and of Four Mile Beach (to
1,900 species of wildflowers, many unique to this area, the west). It is accessible via a short wheelchair assist
pathway from the Cave Point car park.
such as the Royal Hakea and Qualup Bell.
Migrating and breeding whales can be seen from many No Tree Hill is a 3 km easy stroll through bush (long
pants recommended) with wide summit views.
vantage points within the park from June to October.
Mt Ragged Walk is a 3 km, three hour return
journey with a stiff walk to the top of Tower Peak
(585m). Mt Ragged is a steep-sided pre-cambrian
ridge surrounded at about one-third height by a
wave-cut platform.
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West Mount Barren is a one to two hour
moderate walk with a high diversity of plant species
and panoramic views across the coast line and into
the interior of the park.
Mamang Walk Trail is an outstanding 15.5 km (31
km return) walk along the spectacular Fitzgerald
River National Park coast line from Point Ann to
Point Charles, overlooking the Fitzgerald River
Mouth and the central wilderness area beyond.
Specially designed viewpoints with expansive views
of the coast, inland peaks, river valleys and inlets are
provided along the trail, including some with almost
the whole coastal sweep from Doubtful Island near
Bremer Bay to East Mt Barren in the far north east.
Point Ann Heritage Trail is short walk trail in the
western section of the park that affords stunning
views of St Mary’s beach toward Point Charles. During
winter Point Ann is a haven for both Southern Right
and Humpback whales. Recently upgraded facilities at
the start of the trail offer toilets and BBQ facilities with
ample parking and is accessible by 2WD vehicles.
The Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve
What is a World Biosphere Reserve?
Biosphere reserves are areas of terrestrial and
coastal ecosystems endorsed by the United Nations,
where people and nature can flourish together.
The Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve contains an
undisturbed core enclosed by the Fitzgerald River
National Park surrounded by a buffer of uncleared
bush, protected coastline and marine environment.
Beyond this buffer is the `zone of cooperation’,
within which the regions agricultural production also
takes place.
Why is the Fitzgerald Biosphere special?
The Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve is referred to as
“the most important Mediterranean ecosystem
reserve in the world” (Dr Bernd von Drost,
1989, UNESCO), not only for its rich and unique
biodiversity but for the way the community interacts
with the environment and how they are working
to ensure its long term sustainability. The Fitzgerald
Biosphere Reserve is of worldwide concern, such
is its universal value. The bushland, mountains, and
rivers of the Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve contain
clues to the earth’s evolutionary history. They give
insights into how life on earth continues to unfold
and change and are havens for many unique or
threatened plants and animals.
National Parks...
Camping
Two camping grounds are situated in Cape Le
Grand National Park, one at Lucky Bay, and the
other at Le Grand Beach (see map 2). Facilities
include septic toilets, showers and camper’s
kitchens.
Camping fees apply to Cape Le Grand and Stokes
National Parks. Wood fires are not permitted.
Free gas barbeques are provided.
At Stokes National Park two campsites are located
on the shores of the inlet. Please be sure to bring
sufficient fresh water as there are no available
water supplies in the park. Toilets and BBQ facilities
available.
Peak Charles National Park has an area designated
for camping, but there are no facilities apart from
a bush toilet and walk trail. For most of the year
there is no fresh water, so if you intend to visit,
make sure you are totally self-sufficient.
Several camping areas are provided at Cape Arid
National Park. Thomas River is accessible on gravel
roads. Other areas are accessible by four wheel
drive vehicles only. Wood fires are not permitted
near the coastal section of the park, so we
recommend that you bring a portable gas stove
for cooking.
Vehicle-based camping is available in the Fitzgerald
River National Park at Four Mile Beach, Hamersley
Inlet, Quoin Head (four wheel drives only),
Fitzgerald Inlet (four wheel drives only) and Saint
Mary Inlet. After heavy rains some roads may
occasionally be temporarily closed as a disease
hygiene control measure – so after heavy rains
check with the Department of Parks and Wildlife.
Camping fees apply.
Department of Parks and Wildlife
The Department of Parks and Wildlife officers
are always glad to help. Don’t hesitate to contact
them if you need information or assistance. Visitor
fees apply to Cape Le Grand, Cape Arid, Fitzgerald
River and Stokes National Parks.
Fees are used to improve facilities and help offset
costs.
Cape Le Grand National Park.............................Ph: (08) 9075 9072
Stokes National Park.................................................Ph: (08) 9076 8541
Peak Charles National Park...................................Ph: (08) 9076 8541
Esperance District Office........................................Ph: (08) 9083 2100
Cape Arid National Park.........................................Ph: (08) 9075 0055
Fitzgerald River National Park
Ranger in Charge – Jacup.......................................Ph: (08) 9835 5043
Eastside (Ranger – East Mt Barren)..................Ph: (08) 9838 3060
Westside (Ranger – Murray Road)...................Ph: (08) 9837 1022
South Coast Regional Office - Albany............Ph: (08) 9842 4500
State Headquarters - Perth...................................Ph: (08) 9334 0333
Remember
Be Careful
Choose fishing or swimming sites with great care.
The Southern Ocean is unpredictable, making rock
fishing and swimming especially dangerous.
Huge waves and swells can suddenly occur even
on calm days. Rocks become slippery when wet.
Riptides are common along the coastline. Stay
on paths and help prevent erosion. Your safety in
natural areas is our concern, but your responsibility.
Please check with Visitor Centre for local Road &
Park Conditions.
Be Clean
Put your litter in bins, or better still, take it with you.
Be Cool
Fire bans apply over the summer months; the
lighting of camp fires is prohibited during this
period. Light fires only in fireplaces provided.
Use own wood when camping. Bring your own
portable gas stove.
Be Considerate
Over two thirds of the plant species in the south
coast national parks are susceptible to the dieback
fungus, so please stay on marked tracks and be very
cautious of spreading mud, particularly following
rain. Help to protect our natural environments.
Protect Animals and Plants
No firearms or pets, please.
Stay on the Road
Follow signs and stay on roads. Normal road rules
apply.
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Photo courtesy of Tourism Western Australia
Walks, Wildflowers & Whales
With wild coastal scenery, towering granite peaks, superb bays, snow white beach sand and
brilliant blue waters there is probably no other region in Australia blessed with the number
and variety of national parks and reserves than those located within the South East region of
Western Australia.
The five parks in the region offer magnificent scenery
and the opportunity to escape from the pressures of
everyday living, and are some of the largest remaining
wilderness areas in southern Australia. Whether it’s
bush or coastal walks, deserted beaches, unique
fauna, extraordinary flora, or just the peace and
tranquillity of the great outdoors, the national parks
and reserves of the South East offer visitors a never
ending variety of experiences and scenery all year
round.
Walks, Wildflowers and Whales
Year round walking paths can take you to see
dolphins in a natural environment playing along the
coast. Experience wildflowers in flower season along
the walking trails from July to November and whales
migrating along the coast lines from July to October.
Walks
It’s easy to walk everywhere in Esperance and enjoy
the magnificent scenery on offer. However if a longer
and more challenging walk is more your scene, here
are some suggestions:
• Great Ocean road to Twilight Beach via Rotary
Lookout.
• Walk along the beach from Castletown Quays to
Bandy Creek boat harbour.
• Climb to the top of Frenchman’s Peak.
• Explore Mt Ridley and its own wave rock.
• Explore the vast variety of flora and fauna at the
Kepwari Wetland walk trail.
For more information on these walks or to pick up
specific walk trail maps please visit the Esperance
Visitor Centre.
Wildflowers
From July to November experience the amazing
variety of both inland and Coast Heath Wildflowers.
From the stunning Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve
with hundreds of wildflower species unique to
the coastal heath along the Great Ocean Drive in
Esperance to The Cape Le Grand and Cape Arid
National Park.
Enjoy wildflower viewing from your vehicle or
strolling along the walking paths.
Whales
The Southern Right whales migrate along the coast
from June to October and can be seen frolicking in
the water from many vantage points. Amongst the
more spectacular viewing is: Isrealite Bay (4WD
access only), Cape Arid – Thomas Creek, Cape
Le Grand beaches, Esperance Bay – Recherche
Archipelago and the Great Ocean Drive.
Take a stroll along the walking paths in winter and
spring, keep one eye on the ocean for whales and
another on the abundant Flora and Fauna.
The Recherche Archipelago
Located off the remote south coast of Western
Australia, the Recherche Archipelago is the
largest group of islands in southern Australia.
The Archipelago consists of 105 islands and
1,500 islets spread over 270 kilometres of
coastline and is fast becoming recognised as
one of our most important aquatic wilderness
areas.
Most of the islands are steep, rocky and
inaccessible to humans and provide sheltered
breeding grounds for sea lions, seals, penguins and
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Walks, Wildflowers & Whales
Cape Barren geese. Southern Right whales visit
the sheltered bays and the islands are home to
the endangered Black-Footed rock wallaby.
The main access to the Archipelago is from
the town of Esperance, thus the par ts of the
Archipelago accessible from Esperance are
popular for recreation and marine-based tourism
activities. Esperance is also the hub for a number
of regional industries, including shipping (minerals
and grain) and commercial fishing.
With such an amazing piece of coastline, it is no
surprise that the majority of Esperance locals and
tourists spend their leisure time on the beaches or
out on the ocean.
Kepwari Wetland Walk Trail
A five minute drive from the centre of Esperance,
nestled out of the wind is the Kepwari Wetland
Trail. The one way interpretative trail is 3.6
kilometres in length and is designed to be a
learning experience.
Panel and information displays help you discover why
these wetlands are important, why they are under
threat and how you can help protect them for future
generations.
The trail winds through fringing sedge lands,
heathlands, under banksia canopies and over
Chittick
dune ridges with views of the wetland system and
surrounding catchment.
It is also designed to protect native vegetation from
the threat of dieback. A return trip along the trail
will take about two and a half hours to walk. You can
start at either end. Shorter sections can be walked
instead of the entire trail.
The Wetland Trail consists of 1.5 kilometres of raised
timber boardwalks, and 2.1 kilometres of surfaced
trail. Two bird hides located along the trail provide
an opportunity to quietly observe waterbirds in a
tranquil environment.
Spider Orchid
Great Ocean Walk / Cycle Way
The best walking trail in Western Australia. If
you ride or walk along the pathway between
Esperance Town and Twilight Beach you will be
treated to the sweeping vista of the splendid
coast line.
The pathway will take you past spectacular beaches
such as West Beach (surfing) , Blue Haven (pristine
water), Salmon Beach (great fishing) and Fourth
Beach (water sports).
Stop for a while at one of the several seats to admire
this unforgettable panoramic scene, or walk along
the beach and experience the soft fine, white sand
between your toes.
Pink Bottlebrush on the Ravensthorpe Range Drive
Granite Bottlebrush found near Ravensthorpe
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Events...
AUGUST
• 11 August – Oz Opera’s Magic Flute The ancient
tombs of the Pharaohs hide many secrets. Will Tamino the
daring archaeologist find them? Will it be Papageno, or
the zany ornithologist? For more information contact the
Esperance Civic Centre on 9083 1566
• 23 August – Esperance Mechanical Restoration
Group Open Day 10am to 4pm. Displays of restored
and works in progress including: Stationary Engines,Tractors,
Vehicles and Motor Bikes. Call Des 9071 3083 or Tom 9071
1898 for more information.
• 23 August – Esperance Village Markets. Located at
the Museum Village from 8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include arts
and crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit and vegetables, ice-cream
etc. Fun for the entire family! For more information contact
Amanda on 0415 388 420 or Annie on 0427 942 008
• 25 August – The Cow Girl and the Show Girl It’s an
unexpected match, but something special happens when
Beccy Cole and Libby O’Donovan take the stage together.
For more information contact the Esperance Civic Centre
on 9083 1566
• Whale Watching
• Wildflower Season
SEPTEMBER
• 1 September – The Lost WW1 Diaries After
discovering a WW1 diary in a country op shop, Callinan
leads the audience into its pages where we meet hilarious
but believable characters. The story goes from rollicking
farce to aching pathos in a heart-beat. For more information
contact the Esperance Civic Centre on 9083 1566
• 6 September – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 15-19 September – Esperance Anglican Wildflower
Festival. Located at the Anglican Parish from 9:30am to
4:00pm each day.The theme for 2015 is Mallee Meanderings.
Come and see identified wildflowers, photographic
exhibition, student art exhibition, guest artists, refreshments
and lunches, market stalls, local music groups.
• 24 September – Xavier Rudd & The United Nations
– Flag Tour After an almost SELL OUT in 2012, Xavier
Rudd is back along with his band The United Nations.
This is one not to miss! For more information contact the
Esperance Civic Centre on 9083 1566
• 27 September – Esperance Mechanical Restoration
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• Whale Watching
OCTOBER
• 2-4 October – Festival of the Wind Celebrations
For more information please visit www.facebook.com/
festivalofthewind
• 4 October – Esperance Village Markets – Festival
of the Wind Celebration Located at the Museum Village
from 8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include arts and crafts, jams,
honeys, fresh fruit and vegetables, ice-cream etc. Fun for
the entire family! For more information contact Amanda on
0415 388 420 or Annie on 0427 942 008
• 8 October – Ali McGregor’s Alchemy ‘Her velvet
vocals have the ability to transport the audience to a smoky
1940s jazz bar, blending modern popular hits with the great
jazz divas’. For more information contact the Esperance
Civic Centre on 9083 1566
• 11 October – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 16 – 17 October – Esperance Agricultural Show
Located at the Esperance Show Grounds on Black St. Fun
for all ages with show rides, market stalls, food, drinks, show
bags, fairy floss, hundreds of displays and so much more!
• 23 October – Graeme Connors – North, 25 Years
On See Australia’s greatest storyteller, live on stage with
his legendary band, in a special two hour performance,
celebrating 25 years since the release of his pioneering hit
album North. For more information contact the Esperance
Civic Centre on 9083 1566
• 25 October– Esperance Mechanical Restoration
• Whale Watching
NOVEMBER
• 1 November – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 22 November – Esperance Mechanical Restoration
Group Collector’s Fair 10am to 4pm. Displays of
restored and works in progress including: Stationary
Engines, Tractors, Vehicles and Motor Bikes. Call Des 9071
3083 or Tom 9071 1898 for more information.
DECEMBER
• 6 December – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 13 December – Esperance Village Markets Located
at the Museum Village from 8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include
arts and crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit and vegetables, icecream etc. Fun for the entire family! For more information
contact Amanda on 0415 388 420 or Annie on 0427 942
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• 13 December – Christmas Parade and Pageant
• 13 December – Carols by Candlelight Located at the
Esperance Soundshell.
• 20 December – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 27 December – Esperance Mechanical Restoration
• Esperance Goldfields Surf Lifesaving Club will patrol
Twilight Beach every Sunday, from 9am – 3pm.
JANUARY
• 10 January – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 17 January – Esperance Village Markets Located at
• 24 January – Esperance Village Markets – Rotary
Markets Located at Adventure Land Playground from
8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include arts and crafts, jams, honeys,
fresh fruit and vegetables, ice-cream etc. Fun for the entire
family! For more information contact Amanda on 0415 388
420 or Annie on 0427 942 008
• 26 January – Australia Day Celebrations. Located
at Adventure Land Park with everything from a bucking
bull ride to bouncy castles and market stalls, Food, fun and
treats for the whole family.
FEBRUARY
• 13-14 February – Super Sedan State Titles Located
at the Esperance Speedway on Myrup Rd. For more
information visit www.esperancespeedway.com.au
• 14 February – Esperance Village Markets –
Valentine’s Day Theme. Located at Adventure Land
Playground from 8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include arts and
crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit and vegetables, ice-cream
• 28 February – Esperance Village Markets Located
at Adventure Land Playground from 8:30am to 1pm.
Stalls include arts and crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit and
vegetables, ice-cream etc. Fun for the entire family! For
more information contact Amanda on 0415 388 420 or
Annie on 0427 942 008
MARCH
• 5-6 March – State Beach Volley Ball Tour (Round 8)
For more information contact Nick on 0423 900 342
• 12 March – Grass Patch Yabbi Classic. A fun family
day with a variety of food and craft stalls,showbags, pickled
yabbies, marinated BBQ yabbies, Yabby races, Yabby peeling
competition, biggest Yabby competition, cheesecake
competition, fantastic roast tea, Amberland water slides,
live music entertainment, camping available and breakfast
provided . For more info please call 90725 7052 or 9078
6014.
• 12-13 March – Esperance Archipelago Offshore
Classic. With over $20,000 in prize money and hundreds
of boats and anglers competing for the best catch. Ph: 9071
Events...
• 13 March – Kids Fun Day Out. Located at Adventure
Land Park. Fun, games, rides & slides. Heaps of fun for kids
of all ages!
• 13 March – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 19 March – Condingup Fair. Located at the Condingup
Oval and Rec Centre. With market stalls, displays, rides,
food and fun for the whole family.
• 26 March – Esperance Village Markets – Saturday
Markets. Located at Adventure Land Playground from
8:30am to 1pm. Stalls include arts and crafts, jams, honeys,
fresh fruit and vegetables, ice-cream etc. Fun for the entire
family! For more information contact Amanda on 0415 388
420 or Annie on 0427 942 008
APRIL
• 10 April – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 24 April – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 25 April – ANZAC Day. There will be dawn and morning
services located at the War Memorial on Dempster St in
the Town Centre.
MAY
• 1 May – Esperance Village Markets Located at
Adventure Land Playground from 8:30am to 1pm. Stalls
include arts and crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit and
Annie on 0427 942 008
JUNE
• 5 June – Esperance Village Markets Located at
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 19 June – Esperance Village Markets Located at
Annie on 0427 942 008
JULY
• 10 July – Esperance Village Markets – French Week
Located at Adventure Land Playground from 8:30am to
1pm. Stalls include arts and crafts, jams, honeys, fresh fruit
and vegetables, ice-cream etc. Fun for the entire family! For
Annie on 0427 942 008
AUGUST
• 14 August – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
SEPTEMBER
• 4 September – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 25 September – Esperance Village Markets Located
Annie on 0427 942 008
• 15 May – Esperance Village Markets Located at
Annie on 0427 942 008
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Attractions...
The Esperance region offers a myriad of holiday experiences for everyone from the very
young to the young at heart. Whether its water activities that take your fancy, a relaxing
walk on the beach or experience local culture and arts, Esperance has it all.
View the new and exciting Esperance Stonehenge
located 18 km from town. This homage to the
original Stonehenge is a complete replica standing
almost eight metres into the sky.
If fishing and diving is more your style Esperance
Diving and Fishing, Duke Charters and Black Jack
Charters get you out on the water where you can
throw in a line or dive below the waves and explore
the secrets of the deep.
Take a tour with Experience Esperance or Esperance
Eco-Discovery Tours and learn more about the
natural wonders of the region.
The region by air is truly magnificent so why not
jump aboard a plane and take to the skies. Esperance
Air Service and Goldfields Air Services offer a range
of flights over the Esperance coastline.
You can also take in a new release movie at Fenwick
3 Cinemas.
If you’ve got kids in tow, a visit to the Esperance Bird
and Animal Park is a must. Located only 10 minutes
from Esperance, the Park is family friendly and has
an onsite cafe.
With many talented and creative people choosing
to base themselves in the Esperance region you
can enjoy their artwork and craftsmanship at the
Mermaid Leather studio or the Section Glass Gallery
& Cafe.
Kepa Kurl Aboriginal Art Gallery and Gift Shop
display some fantastic work from local artists.
Arts and Culture
Esperance has a vibrant art scene that boasts
two unique community gallery spaces. Esperance
Community Arts is located in the heart of the
Museum Village and hosts regular exhibitions of local
artists and community projects. The Cannery Arts
Centre has a large exhibiting space that showcases
both touring exhibitions and local works as well as
an annual program of workshops catering for adults,
youth and children.
The Esperance region has fostered uniqueness in
local artists and a number of art studios are open for
public viewing with a diverse range of art mediums
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on show such as Section Glass Gallery, Stephanie’s
Studio Art Gallery, Baxter and Maree Gallery, Bruce
Malloch’s Painting Studio, Kepa Kurl (locally owned
indigenous works) and Mermaid Leather producing
unique products created from fish.
Arts, culture & Cannery website links
www.esperancecommunityarts.org.au
www.thebijoutheatre.org.au
www.esperanceciviccentre.com
www.festivalofthewindesperance.org.au
www.canneryartscentre.com.au
For the latest information about what’s going on
you can find Esperance Civic Centre, Esperance
Visitor Centre and Esperance Community Arts on
Facebook.
Free and Easy Activities
that won’t cost you a cent!
MUSEUM VILLAGE
The Museum Village is made up of a fascinating
collection of historical buildings which house art,
craft and design shop, Aboriginal Art Gallery, Kepa
Kurl Eco Cultural Discovery tours, ESP, The Sheep
Shop, Sew ‘n’ Sews, Esperance Community Arts,
Vera’s Wellbeing Centre, Tiki Hot Rocks & Grill, Eze
n’ Ache (massage), Naturally Esperance, Recherche
Gallery, White Sands Gallery and the Esperance
Visitor Centre.
HELMS ARBORETUM
Helms Arboretum consists of acres of diverse ranges
of botanical species. When in season the wildflowers
are stunning and the Arboretum contains picnic
areas and walk trails.
KEPWARI WETLAND WALK TRAIL
The Kepwari Wetland Walk Trail is a 3.6km long, oneway interpretative trail designed to educate walkers
about the environment and to protect the native
vegetation from the threat of dieback.Two bird hides
have been placed along the trail which provides
the opportunity to quietly view our local water
birds. The trail consists of 1.5kms of raised timber
boardwalks and will take approximately two and a
half hours to walk
GREAT OCEAN DRIVE
The Great Ocean Drive (Tourist Loop) is a 38km
scenic drive that follows the local coastline and then
loops back into town. Some of the highlights to see
along the way include the Rotary Lookout, Twilight
Beach, Observatory Point and the Wind Farm.
TEN MILE LAGOON WIND FARM
Ten Mile Lagoon Wind Farm is situated on a coastal
ridge 16 km west of Esperance just off the Great
Ocean Drive and lies in the northern extremities of
the reliable Roaring Forties winds. It was Australia’s
first commercial wind farm that is still operating, and
consists of nine 225kW Vestawind turbines giving a
total generating capacity of just over two megawatts.
The farm was established in October 1993, after the
successful operation of a smaller experimental wind
farm at Salmon Beach. Come and stand under one
of these giants and witness the power of nature at
work.
ADVENTURELAND PARK AND MINIATURE
RAILWAY
Do you have young children looking for something
to do? Try the Adventure Playground located in the
heart of Esperance on the Esplanade next to the
Taylors Beach Bar and Cafe. You will also find the
Esperance miniature railway here, which operates
during school holidays and on weekends from
10:00am to 4:30pm between October 1 and April
30.
HISTORICAL TOWN WALK
A walk around the central town area that will enable
you to learn about the history of Esperance town
centre and see the changes made over the years.
It takes about one and a half hours to complete.
Brochures on the walk are available from the
Esperance Visitor Centre.
Esperance Foreshore Redevelopment
There are few places in the world where a five-minute walk from the centre of town can bring you to the beach, but Esperance is one of them. The newly completed
waterfront celebrates Esperance’s coastal location by linking the foreshore to the CBD.
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seating with ocean views, landscaped lawn and flowerbeds, beach access stairs and the magnificent Whale Tail sculpture.
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A boardwalk leads across the Headland to the Tanker Jetty.
On the north side is a shaded world-class discovery based nature playground designed to stimulate the
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senses while blending with the natural environment. A food and drink vendor space stands in the centre of the Headland with Esperance’s newest piece of public
art, the interactive rudders sculpture. Landscaping, flowerbed planting and the installation of outdoor furniture have added to the beauty of the area, and a new car
park provides easy access.
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ESPERANCE
Esperance Port
3.1km
Rotary Lookout
Dempster Head
Lover Beach
Hughes Step
Button Island
Rabbit Island
15.5km
Observatory Point
Charley Island
Cull Island
Canning Island
Observatory
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Fishing
There are not too many places in the world where you can be completely spoilt for choice
when it comes to fishing.
Whether it’s fresh or salt water, on the beach, off the rocks, at the edge of a lake or sitting on a
jetty, there is an abundance of options on offer and a plethora of fish lying in wait.
Some will require 4WD and others are accessible with a normal 2WD vehicle. Here are a few
tips and places to visit.
Fishing off the Beach
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You will find Salmon, Skippy, Herring, Flathead, Mulloway, Whiting, Gummy
Shark and Tailor at the beaches in and around Esperance
Fishing off the Rocks
Off the rocks you can catch Sweep, Rock Cod & Parrot Fish (Wrasse), Queen
and Pink Snapper Leatherjacket and Groper.
Rock fishing can be very dangerous. Please ensure that you wear a
life jacket, use the mooring hooks installed at popular rock fishing
locations, never fish alone and never turn your back on the sea. Life
jackets are available for loan from Dempster Sporting.
Morwong), Samson Fish, Snook, Herring, Skippy, Whiting, Sweep, Wrasse,
Harlequin Fish, Sargeant Baker and Groper are all commonly caught from a
boat off the shores of Esperance. A fishing licence is required.
Freshwater Fishing
Fishing from the Tanker Jetty
There are copious amounts of black bream in the fresh water lakes in and
around Esperance.
Squid, Herring, Garfish, Tuna or Bonito, Skippy and Snook are all caught by
young and old from Esperance’s iconic Tanker jetty.
Locations close to Esperance:
Fishing in a Boat
Tanker and James St Jetties. Salmon Beach, Four th Beach, Nine, Ten, Eleven,
Four teen Mile beaches, 10 Mile Lagoon and Lake Windabout. All except 14
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Mile Beach are accessible with a standard 2WD vehicle. These locations offer a variety of beach, rock,
reef, jetty and fresh water fishing alternatives.
Locations West of Esperance
Esperance Archipelago Offshore
Angling Classic
With over $20,000 in prize money!
2WD accessible tracks: Quagi Beach, Munglinup Beach.
4WD only locations include: Shelly Beach, Warrenup, Fanny Cove and Shoal Cape (via Stokes Inlet
National Park), Margaret Cove and Skippy Rock, Pincer Beach, Floans and Pincer Point.
Locations East of Esperance
2WD accessible tracks: Bandy Creek small boat harbour, Cape Le Grand National Park, Dunns Rock
(access only to the star t of the beach), Whar ton Beach and Thomas River.
4WD only locations include: Cape Le Grand Beach, Rossiter Bay, Menbinup Beach, Alexander Bay,
Kennedys, Tagon Beach, Israelite Bay and Por t Malcolm.
For specific advice on the best locations, rigs, bait,
local insight and secrets, visit one of our local fishing
and tackle shops:
Each March Esperance hosts one of the richest
fishing tournaments in the country. If you fancy
your chances or would prefer to just come and
watch the spectacle of more than 110 boats and
350 serious anglers vying for the best catch, be
sure to come on down to Esperance and check
it out.
For more information or to register contact
Murray from Southern Sports and Tackle on
9071 3022
Southern Sports and Tackle: Boulevard Shopping Centre, 1 Forrest St: 9071 3022
Esperance Archipelago Offshore
Tatey’s Tackle World: 39 Norseman Rd: 9071 5003
Angling Classic
Esperance Diving and Fishing: 72 The Esplanade: 9071 5111
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Apex Port Tours
CBD ENLARGEMENT
Saturday 1.30pm. Esperance Port.
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Art Trail
Ask for a list of art galleries.
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Bandy Creek Boat Harbour
Map 2 – DD4 & Map 3
The hub of the region’s commercial
fishing industry and a great place to
drop a line in the water.
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Bay of Isles Leisure Centre
CBD ENLARGEMENT
For family fitness and fun. Four
indoor heated pools with modern
gymnasium, spa & sauna, creche,
and cafe.
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Bruce Malloch (artist)
Map 2 - AA2
Mobile 0427 694 492.
Cannery Arts Centre &
Inner Space Gallery
Map 2 – Y7
The premier exhibition space.
Touring exhibitions, studio’s, art and
craft shop featuring local works for
sale. Great selection of local art and
photography.
Cape Arid National Park
Map 1
Coastal walks, camping, island
scenery, wildflowers, rugged coastal
headlands, abundant wildlife and
amazing beaches.
Cape Le Grand National
Park
Map 1
Our biggest attraction. 2WD access
to the best beaches in the world.
Great facilities for camping
and walk-trails.
Dempster Homestead
CBD ENLARGEMENT
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. 155
Dempster Street.
Esperance Bird & Animal
Park & Café
Map 1
Open Thursday to Monday 9am4pm. Open every day during school
holidays. Call 9076 1067.
Esperance Stonehenge
Map 1
New and exciting tourist attraction.
Open Thur-Mon, Public & School
Holidays. Refreshments available.
9075 9003
Great Ocean Drive
Map 1 & 3
Rotary lookout and boardwalks,
Observatory Point, Pink Lake,Twilight
Cove, Australia’s first wind farm.
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Helms Arboretum
Map 1
Acres of a diverse range of
botanical species. Wildflowers
prolific in season, picnic areas and
walk-trails.
Historic Museum Village
CBD ENLARGEMENT
The Museum Village is made
up of a fascinating collection
of historical buildings which
house art, craft and design shop,
Aboriginal Art Gallery, Kepa Kurl
Eco Cultural Discovery tours, ESP,
The Sheep Shop, Sew ‘n’ Sews,
Esperance Community Arts,
Vera’s Wellbeing Centre, Tiki
Hot Rocks & Grill, Eze n’ Ache
(massage), Naturally Esperance,
Recherche Gallery, White Sands
Gallery and the Esperance Visitor
Centre.
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Kepwari Trails / Woody Lake
Map 2 – AA1 & Map 3
Walk trails, bird watching, bird
hides for viewing of water birds,
wildflowers, self-guided canoe trail.
Mechanical Restoration Group
Map 2 – V5
Open Days 4th Sunday of each
month 10am – 4pm and every
Sunday in January.
Mermaid Leather
Map 2 – X6
See the process that transforms fish
skins into unique leather products.
Factory tours and showroom, items
for sale. Open Tues–Sun, 2pm–5pm.
Call 9071 5248.
Municipal Museum
Esperance
CBD ENLARGEMENT
Open daily from 1:30pm to
4:30pm. One of WA’s outstanding
regional museums.
Exhibits include the world’s largest
and most comprehensive Skylab
(the first American space station)
and Sanko Harvest displays (the
largest diveable wreck off the
Australian coast).
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Tanker Jetty
Map 2; CBD ENLARGEMENT
Great for a walk, fishing, say hello to
Sammy the seal, snorkel or dive the
artificial reef at the end of the jetty.
Tommy Windich’s Grave
Map 2 – X11
Burial place of the faithful friend
and companion of early explorer,
John Forrest. Located in the Port
Authority Park on the Esplanade.
Woody Island
Map 1
15km from Esperance. Daily cruise
access; safari hut accommodation,
visitor centre & kiosk/café.
Swimming, snorkeling, fishing and
bushwalking.
Condingup Tavern
Map 1
Cafe/Restaurant, general store &
bar. Open 7 days.
CBD Enlargement - page 15
Map 1 - Beaches Map page 16-17
Map 2 - Esperance Map page 18-19
Map 3 - Great Ocean Drive Map
inset page 18
Public Library Esperance
CBD ENLARGEMENT
Recherche Archipelago
Map 1
A haven for an enormous variety
of wildlife, as well as being a
playground for holiday makers,
offering excellent diving, snorkeling,
fishing and sailing. Fishing charters
and island cruises are available.
Section Glass Gallery &
Cafe
Map 2 - Q7 & Map 3
Visit working studio of award
winning glass artist Cindy
Poole. Open most days, Lot 5,
Longbottom Lane,
9071 4059 or 0427 714 059.
The Esperance Holiday
Planner is a product of
Tourism Esperance.
Proudly supporting the
Tourism Industry in Esperance.
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
Black Jack Charters
Fish or dive in the unspoilt Recherche Archipelago
off the Esperance coast.
Have a great day out on or under the water with
your mates or family.
✮ Latest Films
✮ Digital Sound
For more info or bookings call:
The Skipper on 0429 106 960
www.blackjackcharters.com.au
✮ Stylish Design
✮ Modern Seating
✮ Digital Cinemas
Esperance Eco
Eco Discovery
Esperance
DiscoveryTours
Tours
Visit our Studio to view our complete
range of finished products. Gain
insight into the unique world of fish,
shark & stingray leather.
Be driven
in in
total
comfort
Be
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alongAustralia’s
Australia’sbest
bestbeaches
beaches
total
by the most
recommeded
tour company
in Esperance.
comfort
by the
most recommended
tour
company
Tours
include: • 2hr Great Ocean Drive Tour
in
Esperance.
• Half Day Cape Le Grand Tour
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Open 6 days 2-5pm, CLOSED MONDAYS
6 Woods St, Esperance WA 6450
105 Dempster St,
Esperance
Tel/Fax: (08) 9071 5248
Web: www.mermaidleather.com.au
ONLINE SHOPPING
Telephone:
9072 1344
Section Glass Gallery & Cafe
Lot 5 Longbottom Lane, Esperance WA 6450
m: 0427 714 059 or e: [email protected]
www.cindypoole.com.au
Visit working studio & behind the scenes of the Esperance Whale Tail
Open daily, phone or view website for current opening hours.
the rest of the
outback is waiting
to be explored.
Esperance Stonehenge
Come explore Australia’s Golden Outback
with a free 108 page holiday planner by
visiting australiasgoldenoutback.com
or Esperance Visitor Centre, Dempster St,
Esperance. Ph: 1300 664 455
Esperance
Stonehenge
CBD
(9075 9003
Web: www.esperancestonehenge.com.au
Must see full sized replica of the original
Stonehenge, in UK, as it would have
looked around 1950BC.
Aligned to the summer & winter solstice.
Walk amongst the stones, take photos and
experience the grandeur of the structure.
Shop with local souvenirs & refreshments.
Open Thur – Mon, public & all school
holidays.
Open by appointment outside above days.
NO EFTPOS.
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Esperance
Visitor
Centre
For bookings and information
1300 664 455
visitesperance.com
The esplanade
ask for the
heritage walk
booklet & learn
the history behind
these buildings
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wind turbine
lookout
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Bay of Isles Leisure Centre
Black Street, Esperance WA 6450
P 08 9083 1700
W www.esperance.wa.gov.au
The Bay of Isles Leisure Centre is a
multi purpose facility offering a fitness
lifestyle suitable for the whole family.
From a swim in the pool, workout in the
gym, a health and fitness class to a relaxing
soak in the spa - we have it all. Créche is
available 9am - 12 noon Monday to Friday
and we are open 7 days.
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HISTORIC MUSEUM VILLAGE
59 DEMPSTER STREET
Australian Gold &
Iron-Ore Jewellery
Gemstones
Uggs
Souvenirs
9071 2982
Amanda 0415 388 420
Exclusive Hot Rocks menu
Unique dining experience
Book online at
www.tikihotrocksandgrill.com
9072 1616
Fab Shoes. Gorgeous Jewellery
Fun Novelties. Great Gifts
Lollies. Fudges and Delicious
Ice cream.
healthy, eco loving & locally made
products, skincare & giftware
for a happier and healthier planet!
Annie 0427 942 008 or 9071 6997
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CAFÉ/RESTAURANT
GENERAL STORE
• Beer Garden
• Coffee & Cake – All Day
• Lunch & Dinner
• Display of History
• Fuel
•Takeaway Food/Drinks/Coffee
• Bait & Ice
• Groceries
MAIN BAR
• Counter Meals
• Tap Beers
• Takeaway Alcohol
• Open Fires
OPEN 7 DAYS | Cnr Eyre & Parish Streets, Condingup
Phone: 9076 6024
Discover the East of Esperance
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Destination 1: Cape Le Grand
Attractions include Lucky Bay & Hellfire Bay, this
is a must see!
Destination 2: The Duke of Orleans
After winning many awards Wharton beach is
unmissable.
Destination 3: Condingup Tavern
Stop at the Condingup Tavern and enjoy for lunch
/ dinner or coffee and cake.
Destination 4: Cape Arid National Park
Well worth exploring particularly in wildflower
and whale seasons.
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FISHERIES
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Accommodation
The Esperance region offers accommodation
options to suit every taste and budget.
Whether you’re looking for accommodation to suit the family or a romantic getaway for two, you’ll find it here in Esperance.
Fully self contained apartments, motel style rooms, and cosy bed and breakfast cottages are some of the accommodation
options on offer.
Esperance also has some fantastic caravan and holiday parks to choose from, who offer a range of activities for the kids, as well
as accommodation ranging from camp sites to self contained apartments.
BED & BREAKFASTS
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Bay of Islands B&B
Map 2 - V12
73 Twilight Beach Rd
Ph: 9072 1995
Mob: 0414 839 048
Esperance B&B By The Sea
Map 2 - S13; Map 1 - S13
72 Stewart St
Ph: 9071 5640
Mob: 0408 903 130
Nakuru Farm Stay B&B
Stockyard Rd, Merivale
Ph: 9075 9004
Mob: 0458 759 004
Stannan Retreat
15 Frearson St
Ph: 0400 542 253
Tranquil Retreat
Tranquil Drive
Ph: 9071 5392
Mob: 0412 053 732, 0427 448 608
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Pink Lake Tourist Park (FPA)
Map 2 - T9
Pink Lake Rd
Ph: 9071 2424 Fax: 9071 5075
Bayview Motel
31 Dempster St
Ph: 9071 1533 Fax: 9071 4544
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Best Western
Hospitality Inn
The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 1999 Fax: 9071 3915
Captain Huon
5 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 2383 Fax: 9071 2358
Bathers Paradise
Westmacott St
Ph: 9071 1014 Fax: 9071 1014
162 Dempster St
Ph: 9071 2237 Fax: 9071 2237
Pine Grove Holiday Park
(Acclaim Park)
Map 2 - W4
817 Harbour Rd
Ph: 9071 4100 Fax: 9071 5100
HOTELS / MOTELS
CARAVAN PARKS
Bay
28 Esperance
(Top Tourist Park)
Esperance Seafront
Caravan Park
(Top Tourist Park)
Map 2 - Y6
Caravan Park (Top Tourist)
Ph: 9071 1251 Fax: 9071 7003
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Comfort Inn
Bay of Isles Motel
CBD ENLARGEMENT
32 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 9000 Fax: 9071 3800
Freecall: 1800 095 563
Dempster Charm Cottage
12 Dempster St
Call the Visitor Centre 9083 1555
The Esperance Motor Hotel
14-16 Andrew St
Ph: 9071 1555 Fax: 9071 1495
Esperance Eagle View
75 Twilight Beach Rd
Mob: 0417 949 359
HOUSES & COTTAGES
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8 Taylor Street
8 Taylor St
Ph: 0415 388 420
Esperance Golden Pond
Quarry Rd (1st On Left)
Ph: 9071 4414 Fax: 9071 4414
Anchorage Holiday House
Unit 4/81 The Esplanade
Mob: 0407 990 417
Esperance Sundeck
36 Smith St
Ph: 9076 8530
Mob: 0407 484 077
At the Windmills Beach
House
12 Windich St
Ph: 0487 871 135
Harbour Views
44 Emily St
Mob: 0452 507 680
Airyhemming Farm Stay
Old Smokey Rd
Ph: 9078 2031
Beachfront Cottage
4 Castletown Quays
Ph: 9071 2206
Mob: 0422 543 503
Canonbie Down Cottage
Lot 230 Collier Rd
Chestnut Cottage
Esperance Accommodation
1 Chestnut St
Mob: 0439 825 707
Hillview
47 Emily St
Mob: 0427 761 012
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JJ’s Cottage
Map 2 - AA4
49 Mitchell St
A/h: 9071 4197
Mob: 0402 459 915
Mitchell House
6 Mitchell St
Mob: 0477 211 001
Osprey Holiday House
16 Warrington St
Accommodation
EcoValley Retreat
Lot 1 Valley Rd
Mob: 0418 935 169
Pine Court Holiday Cottage
11 Emily St
Ph: 9071 2233, Mob: 0415 356 846
Seascape Beach House
11 Cornell St
Ph: 9071 3150
Mob: 0427 383 751, 0429 920 226
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Scott Cottage
6 Scott St
Mob: 0439 599 039
Esperance Beachfront Resort
19 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 2513
Urchin Cottage
18 Goldfields Rd
Mob: 0427 383 751
Esperance Beach House
Esplanade Apartments
20 The Esplanade
Mob: 0427 774 287
SELF-CONTAINED
/ CHALETS, UNITS,
APARTMENTS
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Comfort Inn Bay of Isles
Deluxe Apartments
CBD ENLARGEMENT
32 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 9000 Fax: 9071 3800
Freecall: 1800 095 563
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Grass Tree Hill
25 Warden Rd
Mob: 0447 908 311
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REGIONAL
Eyre Highway Operators
Norseman, Balladonia, Caiguna,
Cocklebiddy, Madura, Mundrabilla,
Eucla, Border Village, Nullarbor,
Penong
Jetty Motel Resort
CBD ENLARGEMENT
1 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 3333 Fax: 9071 5540
Gibson Soak Hotel
Coolgardie-Esperance Hwy
(30km North)
Ph: 9075 4020 Fax: 9075 4008
La Cabane Retreat
Map 2 - S9
Lot 5 Downes St
Ph: 9071 4106
Le Grand Chateau
6A Watson St
Mob: 0427 720 182
Martins De La Mer
Lot 28 Stewart St.
Mob: 0427 721 940
Ocean Beach Holiday Units
4 Dempster St
Ph: 9071 5942 Fax: 9071 5942
Esperance Seafront
Holiday Units
Map 2 - Y6
Norseman Rd
Ph: 9071 1251 Fax: 9071 7003
Goldies Place
Map 2 - Z5
51 Goldfields Rd.
Ph: 9071 3363 business hours.
Ph: 9071 2879 after hours
JJ’s Butler St Units
Map 2 - AA4
23a & 23b Butler St
A/H: 9071 4197
Mob: 0402 459 915
Hopetoun Motel & Chalet
Village
Ph: 9838 3219
Layton St Apartments
2 Layton St
Mob: 0418 919 045
Esperance Dreamcatcher
Luxury Retreat
Lot 23 Hicks Rd
Mob: 0417 943 493
The Doo Drop Inn
3 Norseman Rd
Ph: 9071 5043
Mob: 0408 881 862
Driftwood Apartments
CBD ENLARGEMENT
69 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 6677 Mob: 0428 716 677
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Esperance Chalet Village
Frank Freeman Dve
Ph: 9071 1861 Fax: 9072 1021
Bay of Islands Apartments
Map 2 - Z5
12 Goldfields Road
Ph: 9072 1995
Mob: 0414 839 048
Clearwater Motel
1A William St
Ph: 9071 3587
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Esperance Bird & Animal
Park Standard Cabin
Norseman Coolgardie Hwy
Ph: 9076 1067
Archipelago Apartments
24 Goldfields Rd
Ph: 9071 7100 Fax: 9071 7501
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Esperance All Seasons
Esplanade Apartments
73 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 2257 Fax: 9071 2331
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Munglinup Beach Park WA
Munglinup Beach Rd
Ph: 9075 1155
Orleans Bay Caravan Park
Map 1
Orleans Bay Rd (80km East)
Ph: 9075 0033
Woody Island Eco-Stays
Map 1
Ph: 9071 5757
The Doo Drop Inn Dutch
Barn
3 Norseman Rd
Ph: 9071 5043 Mob: 0408 881 862
Wescourt Units
Cnr Westmacott & Chaplin Sts.
Ph: 9071 3025 Mob: 0429 934 637
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Yot Spot Apartments
CBD ENLARGEMENT
72 The Esplanade
Ph: 9071 5111 Mob: 0417 707 345
Doo
The
Drop Inn
Self
Contained
Units
3 Norseman Rd, Esperance WA 6450
Island View Apartments
CBD ENLARGEMENT
14-15 The Esplanade
Ph: 9072 0044 Fax: 9071 5313
Phone (08) 9071 5043
Mobile: 0408 881 862
“Your Home away from Home”
Email [email protected]
Web www.doodropinn.com.au
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ACCOMMODATION
COMFORT INN BAY OF ISLES
Nestled around mature trees on
the picturesque Bandy Creek,
Esperance Chalet Village, is only a
short walk to pristine beaches or
a short ride or drive to the heart of
Esperance Town Centre.
AAA★★★★
The Comfort Inn Bay of Isles is one of the premier Esperance accommodation and function
centres. The complex is situated on the Esplanade which is a short 2 min walk to the town and is
the perfect base to explore this wonderful region. The 62 rooms at the Comfort Inn Bay of Isles
are all ground floor. Each one complete with tea & coffee making facilities, refrigerators, mini bars,
telephones, Watch Foxtel & digital TV on a 50 inch plasma TV, and relax in a full length bath in
the ensuite bathroom.
Eljay’s restaurant is open daily for breakfast & dinner, room service is available.
Conference facilities available—includes two function rooms which can cater for up to 50 people.
Complimentary Wi-Fi onsite.
The Esperance Chalet Village
is a unique bush coastal estate
consisting of self-contained one and
two bedroom chalets and cabins
that sit generously amongst the
expansive acreage.
Where bush meets the sea
FRANK FREEMAN DR, BANDY CREEK, ESPERANCE WA 6450
[email protected]
(08) 9071 1861
32 the Esplanade, Esperance
08 9071 9000
[email protected]
www.comfortinnbayofisles.com.au
Or 1800 095 563
WWW.ESPERANCECHALETVILLAGE.COM.AU
Esperance B&B ‘by the Sea’
Bathers Paradise
Caravan Park
NEW OWNERS
- Very quiet shady park, 100m to beach
- Grass & hard sites
- Short stroll to 7 day shopping and
cycleway along foreshore to town
- Pet friendly park and beach
45 Westmacott Street, Esperance
tel/fax: (08) 9071 1014
email: [email protected]
web: www.batherscpark.com.au
JJ’s Holiday Cottages
HOLIDAY UNITS
Wake up to this living postcard of stunning
panoramic island views from every room.
This Award Winning B&B includes 2
spacious queen bedrooms, 1 twin room all
with private bathrooms.
Rates include continental and cooked
breakfast served in guest lounge or on the
sundeck, a prime location to spot dolphins,
seals or even a whale.
Phone: 08 9071 5640
Mobile: 0408 903 130
72 Stewart Street, PO Box 1079,
West Beach, Esperance, WA 6450
www.esperancebb.com
Bay of Islands B&B
Pet Friendly!
RAC
Luxurious 2 & 3 bdr fully self-contained,
dble brick Holiday Units, 7th night free.
Stylishly furnished, air cond/heated,
MW & dishwasher, TV, CD, DVD, hairdryer.
Own private laundry, BBQ & under cover
parking. No animals. Close to beach & jetty.
Relax in your own private patio and enjoy
the sound of the rolling waves, or take a
leisurely stroll on the beach nearby.
Goldfields Road, Esperance
Tel: (08) 9071 1251; 1300 788 999
Fax: (08) 9071 7003
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Website: www.esperanceseafront.com
JJ’s Holiday Cottages - Pet Friendly
Esperance WA
Tel: 0402 459 915 / 9071 4197 A/H
Web: www.jjsholidaycottages.com.au
Close to shopping and children’s
playground. TV/DVD, reverse-cycle air
conditioning and ALL LINEN SUPPLIED.
Experience Esperance Tours
Bay of Islands Apartments
Small and large
groups catered for
These spacious fully self-contained, air conditioned 2
bedroom apartments are one street back from a safe
swimming beach at Castletown Quays. Sleep 4/5, short walk
to shops and fishing jetty. Fully enclosed yards and ample off
road parking for cars & boats.
ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT
Watch early bird surfers, dolphins and enjoy spectacular
panoramic views of the Recherche Archipelago from the
privacy of your own personal retreat or verandah. Two spacious
double rooms with ensuite or private facilities, one king/twin. All
with ocean views, tea/coffee facilities, air conditioning, TV/DVD,
fridge, bbq in garden and free Wi-Fi. Warm, friendly hospitality
with continental and cooked breakfast.
73 Twilight Beach Road, West Beach
www.experienceesperancetours.com
12 Goldfields Road, Castletown
Call Helen on 08 9072 1995 or 0414 839 048 • email helen@bayofislandsbb.com • web www.bayofislandsbb.com
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ACCOMMODATION
BEST WESTERN Hospitality Inn - Esperance
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Quality, well-appointed, spacious motel rooms
Central town location opposite the Bay
FREE Foxtel, FREE Broadband Internet
Locally renowned SEASONS RESTAURANT & Cocktail Bar
44-46 The Esplanade, Esperance
Website: www.hospitalityinnesperance.com.au
(08) 9071 1999
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ACCOMMODATION
Driftwood Apartments
ESPERANCE BAY HOLIDAY PARK
The closest park
to town
Esperance
• Fully self contained air conditioned chalets
• Basic cabins • Shady grassed sites
• BBQ • Children’s playground
• Opposite calm swimming beach
• 10 min walk to town centre
• Camp kitchen & laundry
GREAT LOCATION! On-site parking! Short stroll to beach, cruises, parks, jetty and CBD.
Four spacious, two bedroom self-contained single storey apartments with private patio,
BBQ and outdoor setting. Three modern, two storey self-contained apartments AAA 4
½ « with plasma TVs, spa baths, dishwashers and washer/dryers. Each has a upstairs
patio with BBQ and outdoor setting. Linen supplied. Free transfer to/from bus depot.
Enjoy a relaxing holiday with friendly country hospitality!
Phone/fax 9071 2237
[email protected]
www.esperancebayholiday.com.au
★★★★
PO Box 1954, Esperance. Bookings 0428716677 or email: [email protected]
Web: www.driftwoodapartments.com.au
RATING
69 The Esplanade, Esperance (opp yacht club)
Ocean Beach Holiday Units
AAA ★★★
Luxury fully self-contained family nits.
Only minutes from the town centre
and the Tanker Jetty. All units Reverse
Cycle Air Conditioned, included linen,
TV, fridge/freezer, microwave, stove.
BBQ and guest laundry. Wireless
internet available. Courtesy Transfer
to/from the Bus. Owner Operated.
4 Dempster St Esperance
Tel/Fax: (08) 9071 5942
Mobile: 0407 672 667
Website: www.oceanbeachholiday.com.au
Orleans Bay Caravan Park
Situated 83km east of Esperance
surrounded by breathtaking
swimming and fishing beaches.
• Large powered + non powered
sites
• Chalets • Park Homes
• Tennis • Mini Golf • Playground
• Small General Store
including Bait, Ice, Fuel, Takeaway
Chris & Guy Royle
Wharton Rd via Condingup
Ph: (08) 9075 0033 Fax: (08) 9076 60 06
8 Taylor Street
LUXURY ACCOMMODATION
Beautiful location only
a few minutes’ walk
from the beach, shops
and restaurants.
For a hassle-free holiday at affordable prices
Pine Grove
Holiday Park
Pine Grove Holiday Park has a unique parkland
setting with extensive lawns, gardens & swimming
pool. Quality 1 to 4 bedroom fully self contained
air conditioned chalets and apartments, spacious
ensuite and standard sites for vans and tents.
Fully equipped campers kitchen with free BBQ’s.
SIMPLY THE BEST PLACE TO STAY IN ESPERANCE
For more information or to book,
call Amanda on 0415 388 420 or visit
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FREECALL 1800 999 923
162 Dempster Street ESPERANCE
817 Harbour Road Chadwick, Esperance
Ph: (08) 9071 4100 Freecall: 1800 001 466
www.acclaimparks.com.au
(formerly Crokers)
ACCOMMODATION
Perfectly private and ideally located between the jetty and town centre, these stunning
multi-award winning apartments are yours to enjoy for either business or pleasure.
Luxuriously spacious with magnificent ocean views, these fully self-contained one and
two storey apartments suit couples, families or friends holidaying together.
Equipped with every comfort including CD stereo system, LCD TV, DVD, wireless internet
access, fully equipped kitchen, private laundry and BBQ on your own spacious balcony or
courtyard. Spa apartments and facilities for disabled are also available.
Facing north-east Island View Apartments are perfect in any season, attracting the
winter sun and cool sea breezes in summer. Directly opposite the revitalised Esplanade
foreshore.
Complimentary use of board games and DVDs.
Please see website for details.
ESPERANCE ISLAND VIEW APARTMENTS
14-15 The Esplanade, (PO Box 716) Esperance WA 6450 | Phone: 9072 0044
Phone 1800 440 508
Email: [email protected] • Web: www.esperanceapartments.com.au
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ACCOMMODATION
The Jetty Resort
Airconditioning
Cooking Facilities
Private Fridge
Bar/Cocktail Lounge
Outdoor Spa
Rental Television
Pets Allowed
Disabled Facilities
Laundry Facilities
Fridge (communal)
Shop/Kiosk
Swimming Pool
Television (communal)
Email Access
Minibar in Room
Linen Provided
Restaurant
BBQ Facilities
Private Phone
Games Room
Tea/Coffee Facilities
Private Bathroom
Meals Available
Wood Fires
Pay Phone
Tennis Courts
Self Contained
Bathroom (communal)
Room Service
Spa in Room
Private Television
Playground
These luxury units are situated on the waterfront opposite the
iconic Esperance tanker jetty and the newly refurbished foreshore
• Spectacular Ocean Views upon request
• Directly across from Tanker Jetty, Food Vans,
Landscaped Gardens and Beaches
• Luxury apartments and Spa Suites
• Self contained standard rooms
• 10 min walk to town centre
• Kayak, Standup Paddle Boards, Surf Boards,
Mopeds, Fishing Rods for hire
• Free BBQ area, pool, playground, Foxtel
• WiFi access, guest laundry
• Free parking for large vehicles/trailers
1 The Esplanade, Esperance 6450
Tel: (08) 9071 3333
Web: www.thejettyresort.com.au
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Town Services
Castletown
CHEMIST
Phone 9071 4480
Fax 9071 4942
67 Goldfields Road
Esperance, WA 6450
Open 7 days a week 9am-6pm
Email offi[email protected]
Web www.castletownchemist.com
Smart Tips for Travellers
Getting the most from your holiday involves enjoying both the trip and
the destination. While the focus is often on the destination, following some
important tips can also make the trip safe and enjoyable.
1. Preparation - Sort out aches and pains a month before travelling to allow
solutions to take effect.
2. Cockpit - Set your seat with chair base horizontal and lumbar support
engaged. Try a small pillow behind your lower back if you feel more is needed.
Make sure mirrors are set and a water bottle at hand for hydration.
3. Planning - look at your total distance and plan for activity breaks every 250
- 300kms. Perhaps more frequent if travelling with children or if older than 50.
4. Equipment - Pack a football, tennis ball or frisbee and pre mark on your GPS
the local sports ground or school for activity stops.
5. Ease Neck Strain - Consider driving with a small pillow on your lap to
support the weight of your arms and holding the steering wheel at 8 and 4
o’clock. Keeps both hands on the wheel and being lowly placed, less fatigue on
neck and shoulders.
6. Mobility - When driving remain active; wiggle side to side, pelvic rock and
shrugs shoulders. Music helps. Pick an appropriate safe time, before doing
these stretches.
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Eating Out...
It’s always nice to treat yourself to a delicious meal out while on holidays! Esperance
has plenty of excellent dining options to suit whatever your craving may be.
Seasons Restaurant offers a superb dining experience overlooking the bay – you can even enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the
cocktail bar.
Eljay’s Bar and Restaurant offer fine food in a relaxed environment and is a great location for a relaxing drink.
If a classic pub meal is what you’re chasing look no further than the Gibson Soak Hotel. This historic pub is located 25 km
from Esperance and offers a genuine Aussie pub atmosphere.
The Condingup Tavern is a family owned and run tavern built over 20 years ago using granite from the family farm. With a
cafe/restaurant, bar and general store/fuel all under one roof they aim to cater for every need. It is the perfect way to top off a
day trip from the Duke of Orleans.
The Taylors Beach Bar & Cafe offers a relaxed family friendly ambience where you can sit ocean side and enjoy a tasty
seafood treat.
For a more casual dining experience drop into Dome, Ocean Blues or Ollies Cafe Lounge for a meal or coffee and cake.
If you’re after a quick meal or snack, McDonalds and McCafe can be found in the middle of town. Don’t forget to drop into
Brumby’s for some hot bread rolls or pastries and grab a takeaway coffee from Coffee Cat or Bean Break to take with you
on your daily adventures.
Eljay’s Bar &
Restaurant
Seasons Restaurant
FOR A CASUAL DINING
EXPERIENCE WITH
BEAUTIFUL OCEAN
VIEWS!
Reservations Recommended
Extensive Menu
Homemade Cakes & Slices
Rubra Coffee
Ph 08 9071 7107
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR
BREAKFAST AND DINNER
Bar open from 5pm
Quality Cuisine
Friendly Service
Fully Licensed
Located at the
Comfort Inn Bay of Isles
32 The Esplanade
ACCOMMODATION
CONFERENCING | FUNCTIONS
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19 The Esplanade Esperance WA 6450
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Superb dining location overlooking the Bay
Modern, innovative cuisine and tempting menu
Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the cocktail bar
A local favourite! Everyone welcome!
Open daily for breakfast and dinner
Bookings essential
Ph: 9071 1999
44-46 The Esplanade, Esperance
EATING OUT
• Beautiful view • Easy parking • Gluten free foods
• Artisan coffee • Catering and cakes
• Friendly service and welcoming atmosphere
Ph (08) 9071 5268
51A The Esplanade, Esperance 6450
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Ravensthorpe & Hopetoun
Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun enjoy a temperate Mediterranean
climate with beautiful sunny winter days and cool summer nights.
Ancient mountain ranges, rocky hills, rugged river valleys, vast sand plains, estuaries and large inlets
provide the area with a wealth of natural beauty to explore.
Ravensthorpe
Hopetoun
The Ravensthorpe shire is approximately two thirds
natural bushland; this includes the Fitzgerald River
and Frank Hann National Parks, Ravensthorpe Range
reserves and vacant crown land, rich in geology,
native flora and fauna.
Nestled on the tranquil shores of Mary Anne Haven
is the small township of Hopetoun.
The town is encircled by the Ravensthorpe Range
amid stately Salmon Gums, the rugged range
stretches for about 45 kilometres, with abundant
plants, wildflowers, scenic spots, lookouts and mining
history.
Qualup Bell
Once a thriving port for the Phillips River Goldfields,
the town itself has all the facilities that a traveller
could need including a motel, hotel, caravan park,
alfresco cafes and the Southern Ocean Discovery
Centre.
Hopetoun is the eastern gateway to the Fitzgerald
River National Park.
Surrounded by unspoilt wilderness and pristine
white beaches, Hopetoun is the perfect setting for
a relaxed all year round holiday, offering boating,
windsurfing, swimming, snorkelling, fishing, mountain
climbing, walking and scenic drives.
There are many quiet and beautiful inlets along 200
kilometres of spectacular coastline interspersed with
rocky headlands and distant mountain ranges.
On a clear night see the magnificent Southern Cross
shining brilliantly over the Southern Ocean.
Wildflowers
As part of the internationally recognised Fitzgerald
Biosphere Reserve the region is reputed to have
more plant species for its size than any other similar
area in the world.
Flowers are in evidence all year round, although
spring is best.
1. Hamersley Drive is spectacular for
coastal, mountain and wildflower scenery
2. Visit the world famous Fitzgerald River
National Park. Stop at East Mt Barren
and Sepulcralis Hill Lookout
3. Take a moderate 3-4 hour walk up East
Mt Barren, see emerging plants after fire
in previous years
4. Visit Hopetoun
• Visit the Southern Ocean Discovery
Centre
• Fish from the Jetty
• Whale watch from July to October
• Enjoy coffee, cakes, a gourmet
delicatessen, ice cream, pizza, fish and
chips
5. Visit Ravensthorpe
• Visit the mineral display and museum at
the Visitor Centre
• Attend the wildflower show during the
middle two weeks September
• Eat delicious coffee & cakes.
• Stop at the WA time Meridian.
6. Visit Munglinup Beach, Lake Shaster
and the Oldfield River
Enjoy bush walking, wildflowers, snorkelling
and canoeing
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What to see and do
Ravensthorpe & Hopetoun
Self-drive and walk trails
There are numerous scenic drives, walks and lookouts rich in scenery,
wildflowers, history and geology accessible by two wheel drive.
Maps, distances and other details are available at the Ravensthorpe and
Hopetoun Visitor Centre.
Wave Rock (Hyden)
A visit to Wave Rock is a great day trip from Ravensthorpe at 185km one
way. Wave Rock is an impressive 15M high and 110M long. Don’t miss your
opportunity to get your photo taken riding the biggest wave you’ll ever get
this close to. Bring your own water. BBQ facilities are available, with food and
accommodation available nearby in Hyden.
Archer Drive Lookout
Archer Drive Lookout is located in the Ravensthorpe Range, 20 kilometres from
Ravensthorpe and features wildflowers, sweeping views of bush farmland and
distant mountains.
Mt Short and Mt Madden Scenic Drives
Mt Short and Mt Madden Scenic Drives are 40 and 160 kilometres long
respectively, and take in the Pallarup rocks, which cover 20 hectares.
Hamersley Drive
Hamersley Drive is a 170 kilometre full day loop through the Fitzgerald River
National Park, spectacular coastal scenery, mountains, valleys, wildflowers and
panoramic lookouts.
Beacon Hill Lookout
Three kilometres north of Hopetoun is the Beacon Hill Lookout, with
impressive views of Hopetoun, the seascape, mountains and plains.
Southern Ocean Road
The Southern Ocean Road features 93 kilometres of coastal scenery, with visits
to the many beautiful fishing beaches along the way recommended.
Railway Heritage Walk Trail
The Railway Heritage Walk Trail takes in railway and mining history and
wildflower bushwalks, broken into stints from Desmond to Ravensthorpe (16
kilometres), Desmond to Kundip (9 kilometres), Kundip rest area to Lee Creek
Loop (5 kilometres) and the Hopetoun Trailhead loop (14 kilometres).
Ravensthorpe Range Four Wheel Driving
Take in 28 kilometres of the fascinating Ravensthorpe Range to see new mining
activity, wildflowers, Mallee fowl, kangaroos and an abandoned vineyard.
Visit www.fitzgeraldcoast.com.au
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Eucla & Norseman
‘Gateway to Esperance’
Norseman
Eucla
Tin camels
Fraser Range Station
See the unique corrugated camels which stand in the Princep Street roundabout.
Enjoy the local flora and fauna and stay in the historic stone shearers quarters or
the picturesque caravan and camping grounds.
These are a tribute to the early camel trains which carried freight and influenced
the design of the main streets to be wider so that the camel trains could turn.
Statue of Norseman
Sculptured by Robert Hitchcock, the bronze statue of the sturdy little horse who
started it all.
Guided tours of the operational station, historic sites and granite mines by prior
appointment are available by calling (08) 9039 3210.
Balladonia
He stands proudly on the corner of Roberts and Ramsay Streets.
Check out the Cultural Heritage Museum and Newman Rocks, a popular spot
for a break, 50 kilometres west of Balladonia.
Doll and Toy Museum
Caiguna
This magnificent collection of dolls and toys will bring back cherished childhood
memories and is located in the town centre.
Peak Charles National Park
For the adventure lovers and four wheel drive enthusiasts, the 100 kilometre
drive south west of Norseman brings you to Peak Charles, which rises 651
metres from a pristine area of dry woodland.
Basic camping area is provided.
Bromus Dam
Bromus Dam is lovely picnic spot situated approximately 32 kilometres south of
Norseman, just a short distance off the main highway.
Dundas Rocks
Explore the huge boulders and rock formations which date back some 2,892
million years.
A picnic and barbecue area is set among shady trees.
The 90 Mile Straight (between Balladonia and Caiguna) is the longest straight
stretch of highway in Australia at 146.6 kilometres.
The Caiguna Blowhole is located just a few metres from Highway One, 5
kilometres west of Caiguna.
Cocklebiddy
Cocklebiddy features the Eyre Bird Observatory with tours available by advanced
bookings by calling (08) 9039 3450.
The Cocklebiddy Caves are located 10 kilometres west of Cocklebiddy,
however due to unstable rock conditions near the entrance, the Department of
Environment and Conservation has closed off public access into the cave.
Madura
Midway between Adelaide and Perth, the Madura Pass offers spectacular views
of the Roe Plains and southern ocean
Look for the red marker on the side of the track that marks a coastal blowhole.
Mundrabilla
Call into the Nullarbor Museum at the Mundrabilla Hotel.
Eucla
Explore the old Telegraph Station ruins at Eucla, swing an iron on the golf course
and visit the Museum and Bureau of Meteorology (visitors welcome).
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A message from Esperance RoadWise
Run-off road crashes are the most common vehicle crash type in the Goldfields-Esperance region, accounting for up to 31% of
all serious injury and fatal crashes on our roads. There are many possible reasons for these crashes, including fatigue, excessive
speed, driver impairment (drink or drug driving) and driver distraction.
When a vehicle leaves the road pavement for whatever reason, regaining the bitumen may not be easy as there is often a
drop off between the bitumen and the gravel shoulder, which may also be loose. Often over-steering to get back up onto the
bitumen can result in over-correcting and veering across to the wrong side of the road, or a “jack-knife” if towing.
The consequences of crashes at high travel speeds are serious, so here are some tips on staying safe on the road while visiting
Esperance:
• Take regular breaks. Research indicates that fatigue could be responsible for up to 30% of all road deaths, so don’t drive tired!
• Check the conditions of local roads before you travel by contacting the Shire of Esperance.
• Unsealed roads don’t have regulatory speeds posted as safe travelling speeds will be dependent on the condition of the road.
Drive to conditions on unsealed roads and be aware of unexpected changes in the road environment.
• Slow down and enjoy the ride. Esperance is a beautiful place so take your time to enjoy it! Slowing down is the single most
effective way to stay safe on the roads.
• Before you buy your next vehicle check the ANCAP safety rating. Features like electronic stability control and lane departure
warnings assist in preventing run-off road crashes.
• Studies show that children can be 12 times more distracting than talking on a mobile phone while at the wheel. Make sure
if you are travelling with your family you avoid driver distraction and keep your eyes on the road.
We wish you a safe and happy stay while in Esperance!
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72 The Esplanade, Esperance WA
Phone: 08 9071 5111
Website: www.esperancedivingandfishing.com.au
Offering fully self-contained accommodation
ideal for individual or group bookings
EACH UNIT HAS:
• Full size kitchen & living area
• Television & DVD player
• Washing Machine
• Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
• BBQ and outdoor setting
Situated in an ideal location—just a stroll
from the town centre and across the road
from the beautiful Esperance Bay.
EMAIL:
[email protected]
WEBSITES:
www.yotspotesperance.com.au
www.esperancedivingandfishing.com.au
Phone: 08 9071 5111
FISHING • DIVING • CRUISING • RETAIL • ACCOMMODATION
GETTING YOU “ONTO AND INTO THE OCEAN” SINCE 1983
Scenic island wildlife cruises through
the magnificent Bay of Isles
View Sea Lions, New Zealand Fur Seals,
Dolphins, Sea Eagles and much more
as you cruise through the islands
Bookings: ESPERANCE ISLAND CRUISES
72 The Esplanade, Esperance WA 6450 • Phone 08 9071 5757
www.woodyisland.com.au • www.esperancedivingandfishing.com.au

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