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Frenchman Peak

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Frenchman Peak was named by surveyor Alexander Forrest during an expedition in search of good country for pasture in 1870. The peak’s shape was thought to resemble the hats worn by French troops in the 1800s.

A large cave near the summit is thought to have formed by wave action and underwater currents during a period some 40 million years ago when sea levels were at least 300 metres above their current level and the peaks of Cape Le Grand were largely submerged.

The Aboriginal name for the peak is Mandooboornup and it is an important place in local Aboriginal culture.

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Getting There

You can get to this site by: Two-wheel drive

GPS: -33.9705, 122.168

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Site Activities:

Bushwalking
No dogs allowedNo drinking water available
Activities
  • Bush Walking

    A walk to the summit up the east slope of the peak is rewarded with spectacular views over the park of the southern coastline and islands in the Recherche Archipelago. Distance: 3km Time Allow 2 hours return Class: 5 Difficult Safety: Stay on the route marked by rock cairns. Do not attempt to take short cuts as the rock is deceptively steep, especially on descent. This walk is not recommended in wet or windy weather.

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Cape Le Grand National Park - Frenchman Peak, Photo: Jacki Baxter, DEC
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