Lake hillier is a pinkhued lake on middle island, the biggest of the islands that makeup. Kalbarri, kalbarri national park, western australia 6535 australia. The coral coast is made up of many national parks, marine parks and two world heritage areas. Most of was population clings to the coast, yet you can wander along a beach here without seeing. Lake hillier is a pinkcoloured lake on middle island, the largest of the islands that make up the recherche archipelago off the coast of esperance. Pink lake attraction tour esperance western australia. We have included some of the popular destinations to give you give you an idea of where they are located in the state.
Pink lake esperance 2020 all you need to know before. The lake is located on middle island, off the coast of western australia. Map of western australia tourism western australia. Maps of the coral coast australias coral coast western. Off the southern coast of western australia is a chain of islands called the recherche archipelago. Unlike other pink lakes, lake hillier stays the same vibrant bubblegum pink all year round. Save this to your dream destinations or spots to try list. Lake hillier western australia pink lake our world stuff.
Just a short drive from town, pink lake is a salt plain which unfortunately hasnt been pink for over 10 years. Large detailed map of western australia with cities and towns click to see large. Middle island lake hillier esperance island cruises. Map of western australia western australia australias. Explore western australia with our interactive map. Did you know that there are a few pink lakes in western australia.
The pink colour of the lake is due to the high concentration of salt tolerant algae. Lake hillier, western australia, australia pink lake. Here is a library that we hope to update as time goes on. Large detailed map of western australia with cities and towns. British explorer, matthew flinders, discovered the lake in january 1802 when he climbed the highest peak on the island and noticed a small lake of a. How an australian lake turned bubblegum pink australian. If you think you have visited most of the exciting tourist destinations in the world, you might need to think again. Our holiday planning guide will provide you with essential information, insider tips and plenty of inspiration so that you can make the most of your coral coast adventure. Pink lake lake hillier, western australia drift travel. The pink colour of the lake was due to the high concentration of salt tolerant algae which was washed. North coast western australia map north coast western australia map. Map of western australian south west area road network. Free holiday planning guide western australias coral. Well i so happened to accidentally stumble upon another one while travelling up north on.
Western australia the hutt lagoon near kalbarri and the. Pink lake near esperance on western australias far southern coastline is a popular natural attraction. Located on an island in western australia, this pink lake is 1,968 feet long and 820 feet wide. Pink lake previously known as lake spencer is a salt lake in the goldfieldsesperance region of western australia. Tucked off the south coast of western australia is an enchanting pink colored lake, lake hillier a saline lake on the edge of middle island, the largest of the islands and islets that make up the recherche archipelago in the goldfieldsesperance region. Visiting pink lake in western australia the world, as you know it, is home to a plethora of exciting place for travelers. Lake hillier, the stunning pink lake in western australia.
Hillier lake, western australia image courtesy of graeme chruchardflickr. Pink lakes, black flowers and bright yellow moonscapes. The other free maps downloadable below are in pdf format which allows you to zoom in and out to focus. Find out more about what parts of the country you could visit. Lake hillier is a pinkcolored lake on middle island, the largest of the islands and islets that make up the recherche archipelago, western australia. This map shows cities, towns, freeways, main roads, secondary roads, minor connecting roads, railways, fruit fly exclusion zones, cumulative distances, river and lakes in western australia. If the vast expanse of western australia wa was a separate nation, it would be the worlds 10thlargest bigger than algeria, smaller than kazakhstan. Wa holiday guide maps of western australia free road map. Although historically the water in the lake was visibly pink, as of 2017 it had not been pink for over ten years.
From above the lake appears a solid bubble gum pink. Lake hillier is one of australias most famous pink lakes, located off the southern coast of western australia on middle island. Pink lake drive, esperance, western australia 6450 australia. Mud maps the pink roadhouse has many mud maps which were drawn by adam plate. Western australias or pink lake is bubble gum pink in colour, 600 metres long and surrounded by dense eucalyptus trees. Tourist information, showing location of places to visit, photos, kimberley. Starting with australia s most famous pink lake is lake hillier located on middle island in wa. Lake hillier, on middle island in western australia s recherche archipelago, lies about kilometres 70 miles from esperance, or an eighthour drive from perth. Lake hillier is also known as pink lake, and is the home to many birds, both native and those that migrate. Simply click on the map below to visit each of the regions of the wa. Look at western australia from different perspectives. The westgate park, which houses the salt lake, is located in the southern tip of.
It is surrounded by eucalyptus and paperback trees and the ocean on its northern part. Lake hillier is a pinkshaded lake on middle island, the biggest of the islands and islets that make up the recherche archipelago, western australia. Lake hillier is a saline lake on the edge of middle island, the largest of the islands and islets that make up the recherche archipelago in the goldfieldsesperance region, off the south coast of western australia. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. The lake is about 600 meters long, and is surrounded by a rim of sand and dense woodland of paperbark and eucalyptus trees. Friendly staff aboard a large comfortable stable boat with various seating both inside and outside decks. As noted above, the hillier lake is quite small, its length is 600 meters and its width is no more than 250 meters. Lake hillier, at its longest point, is 600 metres 1969 feet and at its widest, is 250 metres 820 feet. Tourists arrive disappointed to find pink lake isnt pink. It is such a significant distinguishing feature of the archipelago that air passengers often crane their necks to take a glimpse of it.
From over the lake shows up a robust air pocket gum pink. A team of scientists in western australia will investigate how to turn an iconic lake pink in a project believed to be an australian first. The sheer diversity of western australias climate and geography has created some of the most unique rivers, lakes and wetlands on earth havens to staggering variety of wildlife, and meccas for seekers of watersport thrills and wilderness experiences. Salt concentration is vital to pink lakes pink hue, and pink lake may turn pink again as conditions change. The detailed road map represents one of many map types and styles available. Since its discovery in 1802, lake hillier has drawn in curious visitors from all over the world. A long and thin shore divides the southern ocean from the lake. Our caravan and camping sites are surrounded by large trees and grassed areas making pink lake tourist park your ideal relaxed getaway accommodation. When visiting these locations, a small fee is charged to you directly or as part of your tour ticket.
It is such a critical recognizing peculiarity of the archipelago that air travelers frequently crane their necks to take a look of it. Site map how the site works tripadvisor llc is not a booking agent and does not. Youll see natural wonders like wave rock and the margaret river caves, walk among the treetops at valley of the giants, go swimming in cape le grand. Here is a compilation of the most essential tools and resources you will need. Please use your discretion and confirm details using other means.
Theres plenty to see and do in australia with our seven to tenday itineraries. Pink lake tourist park is your 4star holiday park in esperance. Map of western australian south west area road network 072 main roads western australia annual report 2003 map of western australian metropolitan road network statement of corporate governance corporate governance means. Explore the unspoiled southwest corner of australia on a 6day guided camping tour from perth.
Lake hillier is a saline lake on the edge of middle island, the largest of the islands and islets that make up the recherche archipelago off the south coast of western australia. Plan your western australian holiday with our customised map which shows accommodation, attractions, events and more. Pink lake kalbarri 2020 all you need to know before. The air is slightly humid with average humidity being 63% and the average temperature is 68the weather is perfectly balmy making it a great time to visit pink lake. Western australia is home to various uncommon pink lakes. The contrast between the white salt lake and the pink. Its pink color is less accentuated when viewed from the surface but.
Its not that easy to get to the 6km island, you can only view the pink lake hillier by a scenic flight or by boat. The pink lake is no longer pink so not really worth the. There are many bizarre things in australia, but few go even close to the pink lake hillier. Just a short drive from town, pink lake is a salt plain which, in the right weather conditions, appears pink. Pink lake western australia in esperance, australia. The lake in westgate park in melbourne, australia, turns pink because of singlecelled. Western australia might be best known for its gorgeous beaches, but this trip will have you seeing the whole rainbow.
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