Welcome to Heron Island — a true coral cay offering snorkelling straight off the beach. This eco-resort island in the Great Barrier Reef features white sandy shores, clear waters, and an abundance of marine life, making it a dream destination for reef lovers.
Beach Information
- 🏖️ Best Time to Visit: October to April for turtle nesting and hatching season; year-round for snorkelling and diving.
- 🐠 Marine Stingers: Rare due to surrounding reef; possible November–May.
- 🚩 Lifeguard Patrol: Not patrolled.
- 🐕 Dog Friendly: No — dogs prohibited.
- 🛠️ Facilities: Resort accommodation, restaurant, dive shop.
- ♿ Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible; boat or seaplane access only.
- 🏘️ Closest Town: Gladstone — Distance: 72 km by boat.
- ✈️ Closest Airport: Gladstone Airport — Distance: 7 km to marina.
- 🌦️ Typical Weather: Subtropical; warm, humid summers, mild winters.