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Walks on Cape Hillsborough beach

Casuarina Beach to Cape Hillsborough National Park

Mackay, Queensland

Wake early to view unique Australian phenomenon and be sure to bring your camera. Before the sun rises, stroll down to Casuarina Beach to view the spectacular sunrise behind the Wedge Island causeway. More often than not, wallabies and sometimes kangaroos will be hopping along the beach, fossicking in the tide for their seaside breakfast. This provides a unique opportunity to capture a wallaby, the sunrise and a beautiful Australian beach together in in one photograph. San bubbler crabs leave intricate patterns at low tide and many other sea creatures shelter in tidal rock pools. Meander through Melaleuca Woodland, a mangrove community, eucalypt open forest and vine thicket along the Diversity Boardwalk. Keep a look out for the Aboriginal middens. Discover the 1.6km Juipera Plants Trail for a fascinating insight into local Aboriginal history and then climb the headland on the Andrew's Point walk for sensational views toward the Whitsunday Islands.

Things to know

Service Update Date

28 Dec 2024

Difficulty

Grade 2

Journey Travel Type

Car, Four Wheel Drive

Route Types

One way

Service Facility

Barbecue, Picnic Area, Public Toilet, Shaded Area, Showers

Sevice Activity

Boating, Walks, Birdwatching, Swimming

Where it starts

Cape Hillsborough, Queensland

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