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St Mary Inlet Campground

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Menang and Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Set up camp near the mouth of St Mary Inlet.

No dogs

Park entry fee / Camping fees apply

Non-bookable

St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells

About this campground

St Mary Campground is located near the mouth of the inlet. Camping fees apply. There is a track from the campground that provides direct access to the beach where southern right whales can be seen sheltering in the bay with their young calves during winter.

Back to Fitzgerald River National Park

Safety information

Coast and cliff risks are significant in this park.

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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2 tents under paperbark trees in a sandy campsite at St Mary Inlet Campground
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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Sandy track through the paperbark dunes down to the beach at St Mary Inlet Campground
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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A broad valley of white sand behind St Mary Inlet Campground where St Mary Inlet meets the beach
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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2 tents under paperbark trees in a sandy campsite at St Mary Inlet Campground
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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3 tents on white sand under paperbark trees at St Mary Inlet Campground
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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Tents in a campsite with under paperbark trees at St Mary Inlet Campground
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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Communal barbecue and picnic bench
St Mary Inlet Campground
Bronwyn Wells
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St Mary Beach
St Mary Beach
Bronwyn Wells
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Whales at St Mary Beach
St Mary Beach
Bronwyn Wells
Tracks through the dunes lead down to the sandbar and beach from the back of some of the campsites.
The sandbar and beach behind the campsites
Some of the campsites have a picnic bench.
Communal barbecue and picnic bench
Whales at St Mary Beach

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

Activities

Bushwalking

Camping

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of St Mary Inlet Campground.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Menang and Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No dogs (or other pets) allowed at this campground

Camping fees and bookings

St Mary Inlet Campground is non-bookable.
Camping fees apply.

Fees are charged per person, per night. 

Standard Concession
Adult $15.00 $10.00
Child $5.00 No concession

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 Fitzgerald River National Park.

Site access

This is an older style campground on vegetated and undulating dunes and with various access barriers. There are several tracks leading from the campground to the beach, including a four-wheel drive vehicle access track near the campers’ registration station and various “goat tracks” from the campsites through the dunes. These tracks are very fine loose sand.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Non-flushable drop toilet

Park office / Contact

Albany Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: +61 (0)8 9842 4500

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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