Ten Mile Lagoon

Esperance, Esperance, Western Australia

About This Beach

Ten Mile Lagoon, east of Esperance on Western Australia's south coast, is a beautiful sheltered beach that has traditionally been used for clothing-optional bathing. The lagoon offers calmer waters than the nearby ocean beaches, making it popular for swimming. Esperance is famous for its stunning white sand beaches and turquoise waters, often compared to tropical destinations. Ten Mile Lagoon provides a more secluded setting within this spectacular coastal region.

Features

secludedswimmingscenic viewssheltered

Facilities

parking

Important Warnings

  • •Water can be cold
  • •Unofficial area
  • •Check conditions before swimming

How to Get There

Parking

Car park at beach access via Great Ocean Drive.

Public Transport

None - must drive from Esperance.

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Best Time to Visit

OctoberNovemberDecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarchApril

Nearby Attractions

  • Lucky Bay
  • Cape Le Grand National Park
  • Pink Lake
  • Esperance Museum

Quick Information

Official Status
Unofficial (Tolerated)
Accessibility
Easy - Suitable for all fitness levels
Safety
Unpatrolled - Generally Safe
Crowd Level
quiet
Coordinates
-33.8833, 122.1667
Postcode
6450
Last Updated
2026-01-01
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