Alva (Lynch’s Beach)

Alva, just a 15-minute drive from Ayr, is home to the popular Lynch's Beach. The township is dotted with both holiday homes and permanent residences, while Lynch's Beach is a short stroll over the sand dune. Upon entering the township, the Alva Lookout is on the right. At low tide, Alva makes for excellent exploring with lots of small crabs, shells and birdlife. Outer sand bars create inshore lagoon areas, popular with kite surfers and paddleboarders on weekends. Fishing enthusiasts also flock to the beach, often showcasing their impressive catches. Alva Park offers BBQ facilities, a playground and a half basketball court as well as toilets and showers. Four-wheel drive vehicles are permitted on the beach with access points at the causeway and down Yongala Drive. Suitable vehicles can also launch their boats from the beach while larger boats require tractors for launching which is a unique site to see. On weekends during summer, the Ayr Surf Lifesaving Club volunteers patrol a section of the beach. Located here since 1926, the club is one of North Queensland's oldest surf clubs. Care needs to be taken if swimming due to changeable conditions, marine stingers and other marine life.