The Queensland Government is now in caretaker mode until after the state election.
This high continental island is popular for camping, birdwatching and small boat fishing. Lush forests, mangroves and coastal vegetation support a variety of bird species.
Location
Approximately 20 kilometres north of Port Douglas and one nautical mile south-east of Cape Kimberley.
Welcome
Welcome to Snapper Island, traditional sea country of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people.
Park facilities
- No campfires
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
- Tent camping
- Fishing
- Walking
- Seasonal seabird closure, Woody Island on Low Islets Reef 1 October 2024 to 31 March 2025
- Partial closure: 1 of 4 Snapper Island campsites remain closed 11 December 2023 to 31 December 2024