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Shoal Cape Campground

We recognise and acknowledge Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Stokes National Park.

No dogs

Park entry fee / No fees for camping

Non-bookable

Shoal Cape Campground
Kevin Smith

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. 

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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.

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Timber lookout overlooking a protected bay with stairs down to the beach
Shoal Cape
Kevin Smith
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Shaded campsite with picnic table
Shoal Cape Campground
Kevin Smith

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

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.

Need to know

No dogs

No dogs (or other pets) allowed at this campground

Camping fees and bookings

Shoal Cape Campground is non-bookable.
No fees for camping.

Non-bookable campgrounds operate on a first come, first served basis. Be aware that this campground may get busy, especially during weekends and holidays. Identify alternative accommodation in case there are no campsites available when you arrive.

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Stokes National Park.

Toilets

Toilets are available.

Park office / Contact

Esperance District

Phone: +61 (0)8 9083 2100

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's Golden Outback
Esperance

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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