Occupying the northern section of the Peron Peninsula north of Monkey Mia, Francois Peron National Park was once a sheep station known as Peron Station. The station operated between 1900 and 1990 before being sold to the state government. In 1993 it was gazetted as a National Park.  Access to the Peron Heritage precinct and original homestead is easy in a 2wD, however venturing further into the park is only possible in a 4WD, with high clearance being recommended.

The heritage precinct offers visitors a glimpse into the indigenous and pastoral past of the area with the opportunity to enjoy the artesian bore fed hot tub, perfect for weary bones after a long day on the tracks.

The park was named after the French naturalist and explorer, Francois Peron, who was the zoologist aboard Nicholas Baudin’s 1801-1803 scientific expedition to Western Australia.