Fitzgerald River NP and Bremer Bay - Easter 2012
I wasn't able to do the trip, so I sent the camera out with my son, who recorded this video of the weekends shenanigans ............... 4wdozdvd.com
STOKES & FITZGERALD NP - LOW COST CAMPING - Ep 79 - Roadtrip Australia
Well happy with our little side trek, we replenished our fridge and pantry in Esperance & topped up the water tanks, before heading out to Quagi Beach.
Quagi beach was another low cost campsite at $15 per night. We chose to stay here, as we wanted to nip into Stokes National Park for a look. Kurts last name is Stokes and hence why he wanted to see HIS national park. We ducked off in the afternoon and headed in to the park. Note: we did have to deflate our tires, as the road was heavily corrugated. In under 30 minutes we were at the Moir Homestead ruins. Lots of ruins about to see and we loved the paths which helped guide you to the different spots. Without the paths, we would of missed half of the structures and points of interest.
Moir Homestead ruins
Seeing the sign for ‘Fanny Cove’ had us in giggles. So of course we had to go see Fanny Cove in the National Park. A nice calm bay, which looked like it would be good snorkeling and swimming. The campground had 4 sites, which were empty, but plenty of space to bring a caravan in - if you wished. From here, we nipped out to the ‘Shoal Cape’, another great bay which looked like it would be great for spearfishing. A big rock shelf too, for keen fishermen. Well Kurt was happy with his mini tour, we headed back to the van to relax.
The next day, we headed to Starvation Bay. WOW! We loved this spot. We got ourselves a nice cosy site, only 20m walk to the beach. The bay was protected and calm, and had plenty of spots to explore around here on foot. We stayed 3 nights, relaxing and soaking up the sun. Again, another $15 per night campsite but we were more than happy with this spot.
We moved down to Hopetoun next. The town has a free RV friendly designated campsite for self contained campers. We unhitched the van and had a little walk around town and along the beach. Rusty was pretty tired and in need of her afternoon nap, so while she was napping we ducked into Fitzgerald Nation Park [on the eastern side].
Fitzgerald Nation Park
Again, only a short 15 minute drive and we were in the National Park area. We had a look at four mile beach, barrens beach, cave beach, west beach and eventually turning around at Hamersley Inlet. The inlet water level was that low, there were multiply dead fish along the shore, which was sad to see. Anyways, we left there and on the way out of the NP, we threw on our runners and climbed East Mount Barren. A short class 4 walk to the summit, but a good bit of afternoon fitness and spectacular views up top.
Next stop Hyden!
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Fitzgerald River National Park - Weekend Warriors - 4x4ing & camping
In this episode of Weekend Warriors Jess, Sodium and I take on WA's breathtaking West coast targeting the Fitzgerald River National Park.
This 4wd overland adventure works our way along this beautiful section of coast and includes some challenges including bogs, dune climbs and a inspiring bluff hike. Join us as we find a secret bay to spend the arvo, before pressing back through the endless sand dunes.
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2012 Fitzgerald River National Park - Bremer Bay
It had been our intention to explore the Fitzgerald River National Park, but found that much of was closed due to dieback. That didn't stop us exploring what was open between the park and Bremer Bay. Filmed Easter 2012
Fitzgerald River National Park, Western Australia
A little clip showcasing the stunning beauty of Western Australia's Fitzgerald River National Park. This video was shot in the Eastern end of the park. Featuring; Barrens Beach - Four Mile Beach - Miley Beach - West Beach.
Just a 6 and a half hour drive from Perth down to Hopetoun and this National Park is right on your doorstep
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Fitzgerald National Park
The park lies on the south coast between Hopetoun and Bremer Bay and covers some 329,589 ha. A campsite on the western side is located at St Mary Inlet near Point Ann facilities are limited. Campsites on the eastern side (suitable for 2wd and caravans) are at Four Mile and Hamersley Inlet. The Hamersley Inlet site has a gradient of 25% on the way so be sure your vehicle can handle it. if in doubt stay at Four Mile.
The eastern campsites are operated by the shire and at the time of writing cost $10 per site per night.
The area is cut by deep gorges and fringed by beaches. It is one of the largest National Parks in Australia.
Mathew Flinders sailed past the coast in 1802 and named the mountains East, West and Mid Mount Barren. Had he landed and climbed through the hills he would have found that his names were very misleading.
The mountains are thought to have formed 1000 million years ago when the Australian land mass collided with the Antarctic.
Early land-based exploration by Europeans started with a visit by William Baxter in 1826 and then by James Drummond in 1847. They were followed by James Newell, James Manning and Edward John Eyre.
Grazing leases were established from the 1850s and some hopeful prospectors searched the area for valuable minerals.
The difficult terrain meant that much of the area remained undisturbed and in 1950 the West Australian Naturalists' Club proposed that a reserve be established. The first reserve was a 'C' class nature reserve covering 246,804 ha and was declared in 1954.
A report on the park sums up the area this way:
'The park sits astride the incised valleys of four major river systems, which flow south-east to the coast. Dominating the southern section is a low range of rugged quartzite hills known collectively as The Barrens, while the core of the park is an extensive undulating plain....The flora of the park is exceptionally rich and diverse. Although the Park is only 0.2 per cent of Western Australia's land surface, over 20 per cent of Western Australia's plant species occur there. Many of the plant species are endemic to the region, reflecting the tight and varied plant/soil mosaics. Vegetation varies, from woodland on the richer soils through to mallee and mallee heath.'
'There are more recorded species of birds, mammals and frogs than in any other reserve in south-west Australia. This is partly a reflection of the park size, but also because of the blending of wet country and dry country species which occur in the park.'
Official figures for the species found in the park are: 184 bird species, 22 mammal species, 41 reptile species and 12 frog species. Plant species exceed 1750 with at least 75 species being found nowhere else.
There have been severe fires in the park in the past with one notable event occurring in 1989. Almost 50% of the park was burned out in a space of 10 hours. Fears about plant re-generation proved to be unfounded as even previously rare species germinated in such profusion that they were taken off the endangered list.
After the fires 84 orchid species were found growing in the park. Orchids seem to flower most actively after large fires and so in the spring following a summer fire they are easier to locate.
Due to the parks rugged nature it is a haven for 4wd enthusiasts. RAC W.A. has maps of the park available which detail the tracks and roads through the park.
From the top of West Mt. Barren on a clear day you can see the Stirling Range 100 km to the west.
There is no drinking water available in the park.
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Destination WA - Fitzgerald National Park
The Fitzgerald National Park holds a huge standing in the conservation of this great countries flora and fauna and after its recent 40 million dollar facelift its impossible not to show it off.
Fitzgerald National Park Bash
My travels into the Fitzgerald National Park biosphere
Bremer Bay & Ravensthorpe Ep.77 Roadtrip Australia
Well it was time to move onto Bremer Bay. We checked into the Bremer Bay caravan park for 2 nights. The park had a deal on which was pay for 3, stay for 4. When i asked about this, i was told it was only for seniors, which was a bit of a shame. We headed down to the jetty for an afternoon fish. Kurt caught heaps of herring and somehow managed to catch a rock cod in our crab net. Yep he’s that talented .
The next day, we drove around checking out the different beaches and throwing a line in. Lots more herring and 3 salmon - which jumped off our hooks, right in front of us as we were reeling them in towards the rocks. It was a nice day regardless of the salmon escapees. All hitched up after our two night stay, we opted to drive down the road onto the beach (where the estuary meets the ocean) and park up for a couple of hours and have another fish. Yep you guessed it, just more bloody herring.
Ravensthorpe Silo Art
We ate lunch at the local park, then decided it was time to head to our next camp spot, which we had Ravensthorpe pinned. We pulled into the free RV rest-stop in town and setup for the night. Nothing fancy just a patch of un-level dirt in the heart of town for self contained campers. Since it was our two year anniversary for being on the road, we decided to go to the pub to celebrate. We love a parmy and a pint, which was our meal of choice.
Next stop Esperance (and we can’t bloody wait)!!
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An amazing journey in the Fitzgerald River National Park, Western Australia
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Fitzgerald River National Park Revegetation Case Study
We undertake revegetation and landscaping to help retain and enhance the environmental values of roadsides. These practices involve the clearing of vegetation and/or soil disturbance so to make sure that we minimise our clearing footprint and disturbance of the natural environment we continue to undertake our activities in a considered and sustainable way.
Fitzgerald National Park Part 2
Some photos of the trip south...stunning countryside.
Whale nursery at Fitzgerald National Park in Western Australia
Majestic drone footage captures exciting images of Southern Right Whales and their calves at the Fitzgerald National Park, near Bremer Bay in Western Australia.
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Fitzgerald River NP Trip 2017
Banksia Camp trip
Testing out our new GoPro Hero 5 on the long weekend away m/
-SPOILER- Sofia walked over the snake and narrowly avoided certain death without even realising it.
Fitzgerald National Park - Hopetoun - Snorkelling and Kayaking
Bremer Bay
This video is about Bremer Bay and the Fitzgerald River National Park
Rudall River Death March of Discovery
Bremer Bay, Peaceful Bay, Yeagarup, Bush & Beach Adventure - December 2016
South Coast 2016 Adventure - weather was pretty disappointing at times, but we made the most of the trip.
Filmed with DJI Osmo Mobile & DJI Phantom 3 Standard.
Edited with iPhone Photo Memories & iMovie.