Lucky Bay, set within Cape Le Grand National Park, is famed for its squeaky-white sand — officially recognised as Australia's whitest — and dazzling turquoise shallows. The bay is a wide, sheltered arc framed by granite headlands and offers excellent snorkelling along the rocky fringes where the Recherche Archipelago's granite boulders meet the water. After navigating a short band of seaweed near the shore, the water opens into clear, calm pools teeming with life. Kangaroos often graze on the beach, adding to the surreal beauty of this remote southern coastline.
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Wave Height 0.3 mSwell Period 10 sWind Speed 0.4 knPrecipitation 6.9 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Moderate risk: Vehicles on beach
4WD vehicles are permitted to drive and park on the sand, creating a risk of collision for beachgoers entering the water.
Low risk: Shoreline seaweed
A thick band of seaweed often accumulates at the water's edge, making entry slippery and awkward to navigate.
Low risk: Strong afternoon sea breezes
Afternoon sea breezes can pick up quickly, creating choppy surface conditions and making swimming back to shore more strenuous.
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Lucky Bay is located in Cape Le Grand National Park, approximately 45 minutes' drive east of Esperance town. From Esperance, follow Fisheries Road and then Cape Le Grand Road into the park. The bay is well signposted.
Parking & facilities
Sealed car park adjacent to the beach. 4WD vehicles can also drive onto the sand. National park entry fee applies, paid at the park entrance or online via Parks WA. Camping fees ~$15 AUD per person per night if staying at the Lucky Bay campground.
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