CAPE Le GRAND

The cape was named in 1792 by the French explorer Antonie Raymond Joseph De Brui Chevalier D’Entrecasteaux – which makes us all pretty happy that he didn’t name the place after himself. Camping is permitted in designated areas.

I have been to many beaches around the world but the coastline in this area is without peer. The sparkling clear water, clean white sand, huge granite rocks and sheltered bays make it quite the most beautiful stretch of coastline I have ever seen.

An excellent (if somewhat over priced) campsite is available near Lucky Bay and another is available at Le Grand Bay.

Walk trails

There is a 15 kilometre coastal walk trail that can be done in 4 different sections.

• Le Garand Beach to Hellfire Bay - 3 hours, rated: difficult.

• Hellfire Bay to Thistle Cove - 2 hours, rated difficult.

• Thistle Cove to Lucky Bay - 40 minutes, rated easy.

• Lucky Bay to Rossiter Bay - 3 hours, rated moderate.

Frenchman's Peak - 3-4 hours, rated difficult.

Le Grand heritage trail - 40 minutes, rated easy.

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