Benwenerup
Benwenerup is a small campground set amongst paperbark trees on Stokes Inlet. There is access to the inlet for launching canoes, kayaks, and small boats; and to the Stokes Heritage Walk Trail (6.4km return).
Booking
Bookings are essential and can be made:
- online and at this website only
- for one campsite only that you must camp on yourself
- up to and including the day of arrival (subject to campsite availability and your own internet service* to make a booking)
- up to 180 days (approximately six months) before arrival
*Check your mobile service provider’s coverage map but beware that the quality and reliability of service in regional and remote Australia can be variable.
Friends, family or other social groups travelling together who cannot be accommodated on the same campsite must make their own separate bookings.
If you are an outdoor education provider, licensed commercial tour operator or are organising an event (friends, family and other social groups camping together does not constitute an event), contact Parks and Wildlife Service Esperance District Office to discuss your requirements.
Campsites
14 compacted gravel campsites that vary in size, shape and orientation.
13 sites are reverse-in. Entry can be narrow.
One site is drive-through with a narrow, curved entry and exit. It is not suitable for long vehicles.
All campsites are unpowered.
Check campsite details and the campground map carefully when booking.
Facilities
Drinking water not provided. Untreated water may be available but supply is not guaranteed and treatment is required to make safe for consumption.
No-flush pit toilets.
Food preparation and dining shelters with gas barbecue, dishwashing sink, food preparation surfaces, picnic tables and benches.
Unsheltered picnic tables and benches.
Campground Rules
No campfires at any time.
No dogs or other domestic animals.
Generator use is permitted 8am-8pm only.
Do not empty portable toilet waste into campground toilets. Carry waste out of the park for disposal in an authorised dump point.
Carry all waste out of the park. No bins provided.
Fees
A per person camping fee and a per vehicle park entry fee apply.
Camping fee must be paid by Mastercard or VISA when booking.
Park entry fee may be paid when booking, on arrival at Stokes National Park or by purchasing a park pass and is required for motor vehicles only. Payment is not required for trailers, including camper trailers.
More about fees
No booking fee.
A fee may apply if you cancel or remove dates from a booking. Stricter conditions apply for peak periods. Current and upcoming peak periods for Stokes National Park are:
- Friday 30 May – Sunday 1 June 2025
- Friday 26 - Sunday 28 September 2025
- Thursday 23 December 2025 - Saturday 10 January 2026
Full terms and conditions
Your safety and health
Drinking water is not provided.
No-flush pit toilets are the only personal hygiene facility.
December to April can be extremely hot and the risk of bushfire can be very high.
Nights can be cold from June to September.
Storms are common between May and October throughout WA.
Stokes National Park is in remote Australia.
Ensure you have sufficient supplies (including water, food, fuel, medication and first aid), and equipment and clothing appropriate for the conditions before travelling.
Be prepared for an emergency. For
alerts, warnings and advice go to: Emergency WA
Location
Access includes unsealed roads suitable for 2WD/AWD. The
condition of unsealed roads can be variable and caution is advised.
86km from Esperance via South Coast Highway and Stokes Inlet Road.
114km from Ravensthorpe via South Coast Highway and Stokes Inlet Road.
Go to Main Roads WA Travel Map for route planning information.
Read more about Stokes National Park
Contact Parks and Wildlife Service Esperance District Office
