Swimming. Our beautiful surf beach is patrolled all year round by both professional lifeguards and volunteers. The flagged area is netted for your peace of mind so don’t forget to swim between the flags. Body boards are available to use, enquire at reception.
Are there Stingers at Rainbow Beach?
, you will notice that there are a variety of warnings surrounding marine stingers such as the bluebottle, at Rainbow Beach. For this reason, it is highly advised that you do not swim here when these warnings are in place.
Can you swim at Inskip Point?
Swimming. Swimming in the ocean is not recommended. People have suffered serious injuries and death in water-related accidents at Inskip. A patrolled swimming beach is located in front of the Rainbow Beach township.
What is special about Rainbow Beach?
Rainbow Beach is known as the gateway to Fraser Island and has so many natural attractions within the Great Sandy National Park such as the coloured sands, freshwater lakes, rainforest, Carlo Sand Blow and beautiful beaches that a skydive is one of the best ways to appreciate its beauty.
Is Rainbow Beach good for kids?
Rainbow Beach is the perfect holiday destination for children. It gives parents a chance to stop and enjoy an outdoor lifestyle and take in all that is great about Queensland. So much on offer is within easy walking distance.
Does Rainbow Beach have jellyfish?
A young boy was treated for a jellyfish sting at Rainbow Beach that occurred just after 10:30am. A young boy has been treated for a jellyfish sting by surf life savers at Rainbow Beach. It’s believed the 9-year-old boy was stung just after 10:30am.
What facilities are at Rainbow Beach?
What Is There To Do At Rainbow Beach?
- Ride a horse on the beach or bush.
- Go four-wheel driving.
- Visit Poona Lake.
- Check out Carlo Sand Blow.
- Go whale watching.
- Surf Rainbow Beach.
- Go Diving.
- Go camping at nearby Inskip Point.
Can you swim to Double Island?
Double Island is like no other island off the North Queensland coast. It is so accessible that, if you were fit, you could easily swim from Palm Cove.
What permit do you need for Rainbow Beach?
Permits and Vehicle Allowance
Rainbow Beach vehicle access is strictly limited to 4WDs and if you wish to drive past the coloured sands to Double Island Point or Teewah Beach you will need to purchase a $30 Vehicle Access Permit.
Can you get to Inskip Point without a 4WD?
Dorrigo South Camping Area
The Dorrigo South camp area is the first site located on the eastern side of the peninsular, behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. The campsite is only accessible by 4WD and only accessible by road (no beach access).
Are there dingoes at Rainbow Beach?
The dingoes on Fraser Island roam all over the island. QPWS has installed fencing around most townships, the Kingfisher Bay Resort and Village and most of the QPWS campgrounds (except the beach camping areas). Never leave anything lying around, as dingoes are curious.
Is Rainbow Beach good?
Rainbow Beach is the perfect place to live for those who enjoy a bit of rural living. While the town is increasingly becoming a tourist attraction due to its prime access to Fraser Island and because of its beautiful sand beaches, With its rural title and beach vibe its a good place to live.
Can you drive on the beach from Rainbow Beach to Noosa?
Cooloola beach drive is in Cooloola Recreation Area, Great Sandy National Park, on the Sunshine Coast between Noosa Heads and Rainbow Beach (155–240km north of Brisbane). The drive extends from Noosa North Shore along Teewah Beach, past Double Island Point, and then along Rainbow Beach to the township of Rainbow Beach.
Are there irukandji in Noosa?
2. Re: Any information on irukandji jellyfish (stingers) in Noosa? No the only reported sightings have been on the bay side of Fraser Island.
Are there box jellyfish at Noosa?
But can they be found as far south as Noosa? Typically, you won’t find box jellyfish in Noosa’s water. Box jellyfish are one of the more dangerous species of stingers and they are usually found in the Tropical North parts of Queensland.
Are there stingers at Fraser Island?
Marine stingers such as Irukandji jellyfish and other dangerous marine life are present, especially during the summer months, in the waters off K’gari (Fraser Island), Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Strait.
Can you get to Rainbow Beach without a 4WD?
To explore Rainbow Beach, Double Island Point or Teewah Beach you will need a 4WD vehicle. There are a few spots, like the Carlo Sandblow, that you can get to without a 4WD but everything else will be impossible.
Can you drive from Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point?
The distance between Rainbow Beach and Double Island Point is 11 kilometres. Although it is not far, it will take an hour or two to get there since you have to go on many back sandy or dirt roads. 4WD vehicles can travel from Rainbow Beach to get to Double Island Point.
Are dogs allowed on the beach at Rainbow Beach?
Rainbow Beach – Dogs on a leash are permitted on the beach from Rainbow Beach all the way to Inskip. Inskip Peninsula is classed as a Recreational area, not a National Park which means that you need a permit for camping but dogs on leashes are allowed.
Are there dingoes at Double Island?
Even though dingo sightings aren’t common on the mainland, especially at Double Island Point, the sightings can still occur. This is why it is important to always be alert in the event that a dingo sighting might occur.
Does anyone live on Double Island?
The island apartments are self contained, and guests staying with us can arrange for their apartments to be stocked prior to arrival, or alternatively following their arrival they can access a wide choice of shops and food outlets at nearby Palm Cove village, by taking advantage of our boat transfer service.
