North Stradbroke Island

Stradbroke Island completely exceeded our expectations. I was honestly nervous about beach camping, but from the moment we arrived, the island blew us away. The scenery is breathtaking. Endless coastline, clear water and rugged cliffs that make you stop and take it all in. The wildlife was incredible. Seeing kangaroos, turtles and birdlife in their natural environment added something truly special to the experience. The coastal walks are spectacular, with views that rival anywhere in Australia. The new Stradbroke hotel for lunch & drinks is absolutely stunning and brings a beautiful, modern touch to the island while still respecting its laid-back charm. It is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring. Stradbroke has a raw beauty that feels both adventurous and peaceful at the same time. What started as nerves turned into one of our favourite family trips. We will be back regularly.

My family’s favourite place to holiday! Great fishing, swimming, beautiful beaches, beautiful homes available for weekly or monthly rentals. Excellent local seafood.

Love this place stunning views gorge walk is beautiful and comfortable spotted kangaroos, sea turtles and dolphins.

Stunning island and beautiful beaches to visit for the day. The ferry makes it so quick and easy ! Really enjoyable experience and definitely worthwhile.

We went to this wonderful place during June, which was the ideal period to see whales from Pacific ocean. The view of the pacific ocean from view points along the wooden walkway is breathtaking. I saw dolphins, whales and turtles, all at the same day!! Wow.. and then I saw kangaroos and kolas too! You can access to this island from a ferry boat, and you can take your vehicle too as there is a vehicle ferry too. There are plenty of drinking water and washroom facilities too. After an amazing coastal walking you can enjoy a nice hot meal from the restaurants there. Highly recommended!

A Day Trip to North Stradbroke Island: A Slice of Paradise North Stradbroke Island, or Stradbroke Island as it's affectionately known, is a stunning island paradise just off the coast of Brisbane. We recently took a day trip from Brisbane and it was an absolute delight. The Journey: Our day began with a convenient pickup from the CBD, followed by a scenic ferry ride to the island. The journey itself was a relaxing experience, offering beautiful views of the coast. Island Adventures: Once on the island, we embarked on a guided tour that took us to some of the island's most iconic spots. We had the opportunity to spot adorable koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitat. The South Gorge Walk was a highlight, offering breathtaking views of the pristine beaches and the vast ocean. Key Highlights: * Amity Point: A charming coastal town with beautiful beaches and a relaxed atmosphere. * Lookout Point: A scenic viewpoint offering panoramic vistas of the island and the ocean. * Cylinder Beach: A popular surfing spot with consistent waves and stunning scenery. Overall: Our day trip to North Stradbroke Island was a fantastic experience. The island's natural beauty, coupled with the friendly locals and the laid-back atmosphere, made it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. If you're looking for a relaxing and rejuvenating getaway, North Stradbroke Island is definitely worth considering.

Stunning place ❤️ Don’t forget your sunscreen tho

Beautiful place, natural beaches, yummy fish/chips and lots of fun, make sure you pack up lunch if you don't want to spend big time on food.ferry as foot passengers is$20 return (less for children and students), you can get bus day pass at one mile jetty. Point look out, amity point and cylinder Beach

ISLAND PARADISE ! When I was young kid I would often hear my friends say....we just got back from a week on STRADDIE meaning North Stradbroke Island. My parents weren't campers and we never went near Straddle for a family outing. In fact I lived most of my life in Brisbane and I never visited Straddie despite it being one of the most popular Southern Queensland vacation spots. And tourists loved the island...nice beaches, good fishing and walking trails. Fast forward to 2002 and we moved up to Brisbane again from Adelaide, SA. After 12 months living in Norman Park..an inner city suburb we found the perfect place to live on the water in Cleveland..an outer Eastern suburb. My wife and I moved into our beautiful townhouse in July, 2003 and what an ocean view. We could see North Stradbroke Island 17 miles across Moreton Bay. And there are many other islands in Moreton Bay incl the much smaller South Stradbroke Island ( not so good ), Peel Island ( we've been there ), Coochiemudlo Island, MacLeay Island ( friends of ours just moved there ), Pannikin Island, Lamb Island, Karragarra Island, Russell Island, Long Island, Lagoon Island, Cobby Cobby Island, Short Island, Eden Island, Stingaree Island, Crusoe Island, Kangaroo Island, Tabby Tabby Island, Tuleen Island and Never Fail Island. I think I named them all. Of course Moreton Bay is a fisherman's paradise....all kinds of large fish plus stingrays, dolphins and some of the biggest White Pointer Sharks in the world. When my wife's parents from California came to Australia for a vacation in late 2003 my wife and I showed them a fun time. And when they stayed with us for a few days in Cleveland we went to STRADDIE. And to do that we drove my wife's little Toyota Echo 3 door Hatch on to the vehicular ferry at the nearby ferry terminal. It was a fun 17 mile journey across the bumpy seas of Moreton Bay. We saw a few Dolphins swimming beside us...maybe racing us. When we arrived at North Stradbroke Island ( 106 square miles ) we drove around around the island stopping to look at popular tourist spots. The white sand beaches were beautiful..almost untouched. We had lunch on the far side of the island ( Point Lookout ) at the Blue Room Cafe...fish & chips of course and a beer. My wife's parents had a great day and so did my wife and I. Don't be like me and wait so long to visit this beautiful island..the second largest sand island in the world !