Hinchinbrook Island
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Hinchinbrook Island
Highlights
Hinchinbrook Island is the ultimate place for adventure! This uninhabited island is famous for its 32-kilometre Thorsborne Trail, one of the top 10 hiking trails in the world. You can also kayak along the coast or watch for wildlife like turtles and dugongs. With its rainforest, beaches, and mangroves, it’s a nature lover’s paradise.
Fun fact: Only 40 visitors are allowed to camp on the island at a time to protect its incredible environment!
Things to do
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Camping
- Bird watching
More info & what's here
- Campsites
- Grade 5 walking trail
What You Need To know
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- National Park fees may apply. Visit the islands website for the most up to date information on bookings and applicable fees.
- Do not feed the wildlife.
- Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.
Photo & content credits: Tourism Townsville North Queensland
Location
Getting to Hinchinbrook Island
Address: Hinchinbrook Island, Hinchinbrook, Queensland 4849
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