Esperance Tourist Way
The Esperance Tourist Way is a 40 kilometer loop along the coast connecting beaches, rocky headlands, small bays, and cliffs suitable for driving, cycling, and walking. The route passes several lookouts, beaches for snorkeling and surfing, art galleries, and community spaces, allowing visitors to explore diverse locations in a single journey.
The region was home to the Nyungar people who called it 'Kepa Kurl', using the geographical features with traditional knowledge passed down through generations. The modern tourist route was developed to make the coast's natural and cultural highlights accessible while connecting traditional heritage with contemporary visitor experience.
The route passes through areas once called 'Kepa Kurl' by the Nyungar people, a name reflecting the shape of bays along the coast. Visitors encounter local art at the Cannery Arts Centre and the Whale Tail sculpture at James Street Precinct, connecting the landscape with contemporary community creativity.
Explore the route best by car since stopping points are spread apart, though cycling and walking are possible on some sections. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes, and allow ample time to stop at your own pace and enjoy the various beaches and lookouts.
Salmon Beach Wind Farm displays Australia's first large-scale wind turbines, now reduced to one remaining with a lookout tower offering coastal views and stories of early renewable energy in the region. This often-overlooked site blends innovation with natural landscape, revealing an unexpected chapter in Australia's energy history.
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