The Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail extends from Le Grand Beach to Rossiter Bay via Hellfire Bay, Thistle Cove and Lucky Bay. For the experienced walker it provides a one-day hike over 15km of alternating rocky headlands, coastal heath and sandy beaches. Alternatively break the trail into four shorter sections. With the exception of beach sections the path is marked by rock cairns, wooden pegs and pruned vegetation.
- Distance: 15km (one way)
- Difficulty: Class 5
- Allow 8-9 hours
Le Grand Beach to Hellfire Bay:
- Distance: 6.2km
- Difficulty: Class 5
- Time: Allow 3 hours (one way)
Hellfire Bay to Thistle Cove:
- Distance: 4.7km
- Difficulty: Class 5
- Time: Allow 2-3 hours (one way)
Thistle Cove to Lucky Bay:
- Distance: 2.5km
- Difficulty: Class 3
- Time: Allow 1 hour (one way)
Lucky Bay to Rossiter Bay:
- Distance: 6.6km
- Difficulty: Class 4
- Time: Allow 2-3 hours (one way)
Safety information
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.
Activities
Bushwalking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Cape Le Grand National Park.
