About this park
Stokes Inlet is the largest estuary around Esperance and is surrounded by bush and shady paperbark trees.
If you’re visiting for the day explore the historical Moir Homestead Ruins, take a walk on the trails and spot the birdlife on the water.
Set up camp and catch a fish for dinner! You could be dining on black bream, Australian salmon, King George whiting or mullet. Just remember, fishing regulations apply.
Benwenerup Campground is suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles and Skippy Rock and Fanny Cove are only suitable for four-wheel drive.
You can launch small boats from the campground so bring your canoe or kayak and paddle on the estuary.
Click here to view Benwenerup Campground and the Heritage Trail to Stokes Inlet Picnic Area in Google Street View.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking, swimming, surfing, fishing, paddling, kayaking snorkelling and diving. Consider traveling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
Tiger snakes are often found in areas fringing the estuary.
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife.
Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Pets are not permitted in this park.
For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.
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Make the Esperance Promise
While travelling in and around Esperance, make a promise to embrace the elements of this land and ensure your visit is sustainable and respectful. Make the Esperance Promise.
Please note, campfires are not permitted at any of the campgrounds in national parks.
Smartreka maps
Smartreka Maps, by WA Parks Foundation, make it easier for you to navigate your way around some of Western Australia's national parks.
Before you go, download free, geo-referenced maps of Stokes National Park to your mobile device and locate yourself without the internet. Download the Avenza Maps app from the App Store or Google Play.
Activities
Bushwalking
Camping
Canoeing and kayaking
Fishing
Snorkelling
Surfing
Swimming
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Stokes National Park.
Traditional Owners
Benwenerup is the Wudjari cultural name for the area and refers to the Songline that encompasses the Lort River and Stokes Inlet Region.
