What is the water and sand quality of the Thistle Cove?

The Thistle Cove is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Thistle Cove?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Thistle Cove, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Thistle Cove is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Thistle Cove good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Thistle Cove does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Thistle Cove for swimming is positive.

Is the Thistle Cove good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Thistle Cove secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Thistle Cove is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve </li><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Thistle Cove?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Thistle Cove.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Lucky Bean Cafe is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

How far is the Thistle Cove from parking?

The Thistle Cove has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Thistle Cove?

There are 2 attractions near Thistle Cove that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Whistling Rock located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Thistle Cove?

The month with the highest temperature in Thistle Cove is February. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 16°C and water 16°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Thistle Cove (Shire Of Esperance) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Thistle Cove (Shire Of Esperance) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Thistle Cove with white fine sand surface

Photo of Thistle Cove with blue pure water surface

Photo of Thistle Cove with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Thistle Cove located in natural area

Photo of Thistle Cove and its beautiful scenery

Thistle Cove

Esperance, Australia

8.7

#11 out of 284 in Western Australia 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access White fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Esperance • 32.6 km

Map of beach

National Park Cape Le Grand National Park

8.2km

Cafe Lucky Bean Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Thistle Cove

50m

Tourist Attraction Whistling Rock

260m

Tourist Attraction Little Hellfire Bay

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Hellfire Bay

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Frenchman Peak

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Cape Le Grand Beach

7.6km

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Thistle Cove is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 4th place out of 21 beaches in the Esperance Shire region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

10.7 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

2.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Esperance • 32.6 km

Map of beach

National Park Cape Le Grand National Park

8.2km

Cafe Lucky Bean Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Thistle Cove

50m

Tourist Attraction Whistling Rock

260m

Tourist Attraction Little Hellfire Bay

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Hellfire Bay

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Frenchman Peak

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Cape Le Grand Beach

7.6km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.3 (Very good)

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2.8km

Lucky Bay

8.8 Excellent

2.9km

Little Hellfire Bay

8 Very good

3.2km

Hellfire Bay Beach

8.4 Very good

8.1km

Cape Le Grand Beach

8.3 Very good

31.6km

Castletown Beach

7.5 Very good

32.2km

Wharton Beach

8.8 Excellent

32.9km

West Beach

8.3 Very good

34km

Blue Haven Beach

8.5 Excellent

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Esperance • 32.6km

Transport

Airport

EPR • 49.5km

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