Welcome to Great Keppel Island — a tropical island with 17 sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. Perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and hiking, the island offers a mix of adventure and serenity, easily reached via ferry from Yeppoon or Gladstone.
Beach Information
- 🏖️ Best Time to Visit: April to October for calm seas and pleasant weather.
- 🐠 Marine Stingers: Present November–May; stinger suits recommended.
- 🚩 Lifeguard Patrol: Not patrolled.
- 🐕 Dog Friendly: No — dogs prohibited.
- 🛠️ Facilities: Resorts, camping areas, restaurants, walking tracks.
- ♿ Accessibility: Limited wheelchair access; ferry access only.
- 🏘️ Closest Town: Yeppoon — Distance: 15 km by boat.
- ✈️ Closest Airport: Rockhampton Airport— Distance: 55 km to marina.
- 🌦️ Typical Weather: Subtropical; warm, humid summers, mild winters.