What is Lucky Bay famous for?
Lucky Bay, in Cape Le Grand National Park near Esperance, Western Australia, is famous for kangaroos relaxing on its brilliant white sand beside turquoise water.
Western grey kangaroos often hop onto the beach, especially in the morning and evening. Visitors should not feed them, as human food can make them sick and change their behaviour.
The beach has fine white quartz sand that squeaks underfoot, and it is often listed among Australia's whitest beaches. The water is clear and calm in good weather, ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
History and camping
Matthew Flinders named Lucky Bay in 1802 when his ship, the Investigator, found shelter there from a storm while exploring the Recherche Archipelago.
A campground in the national park overlooks the beach, and walking trails lead to neighbouring Thistle Cove and Hellfire Bay. Frenchman Peak, a granite mountain in the park, offers views across the coast.
The national park is about 50 kilometres east of Esperance, and the road is sealed. Four-wheel drives can also travel on the beach in some areas.
Did You Know?
Lucky Bay's sand is so fine and white that it can look like snow in photographs.