About this campground
Shoal Cape campsite is adjacent to Fanny Cove in Stokes National Park. The camping area consists of three small tent sites and has a bush toilet. It is only accessible by four-wheel drive.
Only metres from the beach, Shoal Cape is very popular for snorkeling and provides some spectacular coastal scenery. There is beach access via a staircase and a viewing platform.
You must bring enough freshwater as there is none available in the park. All rubbish must be carried out as there are no bins available. The best time to visit Shoal Cape is from autumn to spring. No camping fees apply at this campground. Fires are not permitted.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider traveling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
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.
Gallery
Facilities
Toilet
Picnic table
Activities
Fishing
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Swimming
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Shoal Cape Campground.
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.