The beaches in Queensland are famous tourist locations to visit. These beaches fascinate you with their clean water and beautiful natural surroundings. Most of the beaches are located around the suburbs of Queensland.
1. Famous Beaches in Queensland
Following is the list of the top 5 favourite beaches in Queensland.
1.1. Mermaid Beach
The Mermaid Beach is situated on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is a coastal suburb region, where the population was about 7,329 as of the 2021 census. HMS Mermaid was the cutter of this beach. The beach took its name from him.
In 1823, John Oxley, the explorer, found the Brisbane and Tweed, nearby rivers. At that time, he was sailing aboard the Mermaid.
The US servicemen used this beach during World War II. However, it was named Miami Beach and Los Angeles Beach in the southern region.
Located on Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach, there were three estates to be sold. The ‘New Coastal Road’ dispersed these estates into two parts. It was running through the Gold Coast. Nobby Beach and Magic Mountain were established in the year 1962.
On November 11, 1977, Ralph Wicks dedicated the St. James’ Anglican Church. He was an assistant Bishop. Ron Williams, an assistant Bishop, approved the closure of this church on August 15, 1993.
As of the 2011 census, the population of Mermaid Beach was 5,722. In the 2016 census, the population was increased to 6,533. Later, in 2021, it was recorded as 7,329 people.
The Beach has no schools. But, on the neighbouring Broadbeach, it facilitates primary schools. Further, there are secondary schools on the Mermaid Waters. Moreover, Broadbeach Waters, Mermaid Waters, Mermaid Beach, Coral Sea, and Miami Beach are neighbouring suburbs around the beach.
1.2. Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach is situated on Whitsunday Island, Queensland, Australia. You can access this island from Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach. It can be accessed by helicopter, seaplane, and boat. Also, the beach resides across Stockyard Beach, situated on Haslewood Island. This beach is also known as Chalkie’s Beach.
It is most notable for the crystal white silica sand. In addition to sand, the turquoise-coloured waters are also a recognizable feature of the beach.
The beach also facilitates camping sites and the barbeque tour around it. EP Bedwell discovered this beach and also named it in the year 1879. He was a staff commander.
Whitehaven originated from the town’s name, which is the same English name. However, it is just one name out of many names suggested at that time onwards. In 2008, Keep Australia Beautiful awarded this beach with Queensland’s Cleanest Beach tag. It was a Beach Challenge State Award.
CNN.com entitled This Beach as the Best “Eco-Friendly Beach” in July 2010. Cigarette smoking is entirely prohibited on the beach. Also, the dogs are forbidden on the beach. Bright White Sands is the most notable feature of this beach. It contains 98% of pure silica.
Whitehaven is renowned among tourists for swimming and gathering the bright sand. It is one of the most famous beaches in Queensland. Visitors can enjoy the Barbeque lunch here.
Also, you can book camping at the National Park camp facilities. For constructing a long walking track along the beach, the government announced a 3.9 million dollar investment in it.
1.3. Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is the famous local beach in the region of Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The population of the beach here was merely 24 people, according to the 2016 census. Initially, Ellis Beach came under the Tjapukai (Djabugay).
It was a traditional Aboriginal country. Further, the name of the beach was named after Dick Ellis, according to the records of the Cairns Historical Society.
He resided at this beach at that time. During the construction of Main Roads in the 1930s, he lost one hand. The government of Queensland built a house at Ellis Beach for him. It happened during the 1940s. Later, Dick Ellis died in the year 1960.
The region had no houses at this beach before World War II and was unnamed. It gained its name during World War II as Ellis Beach. At Ellis Beach, there are numerous Mango Trees. However, it is believed that Mr. Ellis tended these trees.
Later, the Cook Highway was built along the way. The highway authorities planned to plant various trees on both sides of the roadway.
Mango Trees were suitable for this purpose. Also, many original varieties of trees have survived, along with many flowering trees.
The Ellis Beach Surf Lifesaving Club usually resides on Ellis Beach. It often hosts many events and competitions here.
The Macalister Range, Ellis Beach, Palm Cove, and Coral Sea are the neighbouring suburbs of the beach.
1.4. Mission Beach
Mission Beach is a coastal locality and town residing in Cassowary Coast, Queensland, Australia.
The Coral Sea bounds this beach on the eastern side. About 5000 years ago, the region was the home to the Djiru people. They were the rainforest-dwelling people.
Many remnants of ceremonial sites, fish traps, middens, and rock-shelter paintings are situated around Dunk Island and Mission Beach. Wet-season villages comprised of dome-shaped huts made of paper bark and palm fronds are built by the Djiru people. Also, they constructed large swords of wood.
In 1770, James Cook sailed through the region named Dunk Island. He was a lieutenant explorer of the British. Allegedly, Captain Owen Stanley called the Clump Point in 1848. He was the captain of the HMS Rattlesnake, a Royal Navy ship. On February 26, 1872, Maria brought 75 people to New Guinea. It was wrecked upon the Bramble Reef.
Afterwards, the surviving people escaped from the sinking ship on two rafts and three boats. Out of which, the two boats made it to Cardwell’s British settlement. At the same time, the other two rafts and a ship were somewhere washed along Mission Beach.
Along with the captain, about ten crew members were found dead. As to records, they were murdered by the Aboriginal people on the beach.
Moreover, the beach has no schools. Children must attend the Mission Beach State School on Webb Road in Wongaling Beach. It is the nearest school there.
However, the Tully State High School is the government secondary school in Tully. Further, the neighbouring localities around the beach are Djiru, Wongaling Beach, Mission Beach, and Coral Sea.
1.5. Rainbow Beach
Rainbow Beach is a coastal locality and a rural town in Gympie Region, Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most famous beaches in Queensland. It is notable for itself first and then as Fraser Island’s gateway.
Wide Bay in the Coral Sea bounds Rainbow Beach from the eastern side. It has sand dunes that are rainbow-coloured. This feature gave the name to this beach. The Kabi people’s legends believe that a spirit showed by a rainbow named Yiningie gave these colours to it.
By road, it is located about 239 kilometres from Brisbane, Queensland. Also, it is 75 kilometres away from the Bruce Highway in Gympie.
The town’s war memorial is situated in Laurie Hanson Park. It was built to commemorate the people who died during World War I. On January 28, 1986, the Rainbow Beach State School was established. According to the 2011 census, the population here was 1,103.
In 2012, the Rainbow Beach Library was opened to the public. This beach in the coastal locality is an excellent location for tourism. It is ideal for holidays, swimming, fishing, and other activities.
Also, it facilitates caravans, hotels, motels, and parks for visitors to stay and enjoy. The neighbouring localities are Cooloola, Inskip, and the Coral Sea, including Rainbow Beach.
Moreover, it is spread over an area of about 14.3 square kilometres. However, the locality was established in 1969.
2. Conclusion
Queensland is a renowned state in Australia for tourism. In addition to the theme parks and amusement parks, it is packed with phenomenal beaches.
The beaches mentioned above are the top-notch beaches in Queensland. The natural beauty of these beaches is incredible. These are also the cleanest beaches in Queensland.
People from all over the world visit these beaches and localities to spend their vacations. Also, it is a great way to explore Australia’s natural beauty and its rural localities.
Many beaches have a history related to World War I and World War II. Some of the beaches are thousands of years old, which is exciting to know and wander around.
Activities like swimming, camping, fishing, and boating are usual here. You can enjoy these activities with your friends and families and have fun together.
Last Updated on February 26, 2024 by namitasoren
