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Traditional homelands of the Bandjin and Girramay people, this place is known as Munamudanamy. The island’s cloud-covered mountains support fragile heath vegetation. Rainforest and eucalypt forest descend to a mangrove-lined channel in the west with bays, beaches and rocky headlands along the east coast.
Location
Large mainland island close to the coast between Cardwell and Lucinda.
Park facilities
- No campfires
- Toilets
- Tent camping
- Fishing
- Walking
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One of the best ways to explore Hinchinbrook Island is by kayak! Photo credit: © Steven Nowakowski
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Walk along the banks of a small, serene creek on The Haven track. Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Camping at Mulligan Bay is easily accessible and offers protection from the weather. Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Nina Bay camping area has stunning mountain views and an uninterrupted ocean horizon. Photo credit: Tamara Vallance © Queensland Government
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Enjoy the challenge of the rugged Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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You'll discover wild sweeping bays, deserted beaches, rainforest and mountains on the Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: © Steven Nowakowski
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Look up at Mount Bowen (the tallest mountain on the island) from Little Ramsay Bay. Photo credit: © Andrew Bain
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At the mouth of North Zoe Creek, the North Zoe Bay camping area is a prime fishing spot. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland
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Walk in the shadow of the towering mountain range on the Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: © Andrew Bain
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South Macushla camping and day-use areas are secluded, beach-side locations. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland
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Pitch your tent in a shady spot at South Zoe Bay camping area. Photo credit: Evan Ivey © Queensland Government
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Enjoy sunrise from the beach at Little Ramsay Bay camping area. Photo credit: Tamara Vallance © Queensland Government
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The famous Zoe Falls is only a 15 minute walk from South Zoe Bay day-use area. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland
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Discover the incredible beauty of Hinchinbrook Island on the 32km Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: © Ben Blanche
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Relax in the intimate camping area at Banshee Bay. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Camp at Mulligan Falls camping area and enjoy a swim at the beautiful waterfall. Photo credit: © Andrew Bain
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Enjoy the idyllic setting of Sunset Beach camping area. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Enjoy breathtaking views while taking a dip at the top of Zoe Falls. Photo credit: Tamara Vallance © Queensland Government
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Banksia Bay camping area is a great hideaway. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Feel a sense of remoteness on the Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: Tamara Vallance © Queensland Government
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Pitch your tent at the secluded Agnes Beach camping area. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Banksia Bay camping area is a great hideaway. Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Banshee Bay camping area is a great fishing spot. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Mulligan Bay is easy to get to and has good protection from the weather. Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Enjoy the view from your tent near the beach at North Macushla camping area. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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In the mouth of North Zoe Creek, the North Zoe Bay is a prime spot for avid fishers. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland
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South Macushla camping area is shady and secluded, and you can only get there by boat. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Don't miss the sunset from South Zoe Bay camping area. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Sunset Beach camping area is a popular stop over for kayakers. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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The Haven camping area overlooks Hinchinbrook Channel and has a toilet and a picnic table. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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Discover the incredible beauty of Hinchinbrook Island on the 32km Thorsborne Trail. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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North Macushla day-use area is a shady, secluded, beach-side spot that you can only get to by boat. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland
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South Macushla day-use area is a secluded, beach-side spot. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
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You can walk from South Zoe Bay day-use area to the top of Zoe Falls. Photo credit: © Steven Nowakowski
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You'll find a beach, creek and short walk at The Haven day-use area area. Photo credit: Emma Schmidt © Queensland Government
- Thorsborne Trail changing to ‘hiking seasons’ model 17 January 2025 to 17 January 2026
- South Zoe Bay toilet replacement 27 March to 30 April 2025
- George Point toilet removed due to erosion 17 September 2024 to 24 April 2025
- Challenging summer hiking conditions 1 October 2024 to 31 March 2025