Mission Beach
Mission Beach, Queensland
A long palm-fringed beach in the Cassowary Coast, with rainforest where endangered southern cassowaries live. Drive slowly through crossing zones; swim only in stinger-protected areas from about October to May.
- Nearest town
- Mission Beach, Queensland
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -17.8710, 146.1100
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. Hot in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Mission Beach?
Mission Beach is in Mission Beach, Queensland, at GPS -17.8710, 146.1100.
Which road trips pass Mission Beach?
Mission Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Sydney to Cairns by the Pacific and Bruce Highways.
What is there to see near Mission Beach?
Places worth a stop nearby: Clump Point Lookout (2 km), Dunk Island (10 km), Golden Gumboot (21 km) and Paronella Park (29 km).
When is the best time to visit Mission Beach?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)