Lucky Bay, Coastal bight in Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia.
Lucky Bay is a coastal bight on the southern shore of Cape Le Grand National Park, stretching with white sand beaches framed by granite outcrops. The waters display clear turquoise colors that contrast sharply with the dark rock formations along the coastline.
The bay was named in 1802 by Captain Matthew Flinders when his ship HMS Investigator sought shelter during a summer storm. Flinders was exploring the waters around the Recherche Archipelago and the name marked a fortunate moment of refuge.
This coastal area belongs to the Wudjari people, whose ancestral connection to the land remains visible in local names and stories. Visitors walking here can sense the ongoing relationship between the community and this stretch of coast.
The beach has solar-powered showers and public toilets, with a campground available for overnight stays. Vehicle access requires a permit, and drivers must follow designated beach driving guidelines.
Testing in 2017 confirmed that this beach holds Australia's whitest sand, composed of fine milky quartz grains. This rare mineral composition makes the sand visually and structurally distinct from other beaches nearby.
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