About this place
A short walk from the parking area through coastal heath takes you to a lookout on Mount Maxwell. Here you can find sweeping views stretching to the western boundary of the park, including the grey peaks in the south that are part of Barrens Range. Mount Maxwell was named after George Maxwell (1804 - 1880) who was a naturalist and professional plant and insect collector.
Maxwell discovered several local plants including the nodding banksia (Banksia nutans) and his collections are now preserved in the Australian Herbarium. Please clean footwear and equipment at the start and finish of any walks to prevent the spread of Phytopthora dieback.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
Western Shield - 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.
Facilities
Lookout/Deck
Activities
Bushwalking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Mount Maxwell.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Menang and Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.
