# The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka)

> The northernmost point of mainland Australia at Pajinka, reached by a rough 4WD track beyond Bamaga and a short scramble over rocks.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-the-tip-pajinka/

The northernmost point of mainland Australia at Pajinka, reached by a rough 4WD track beyond Bamaga and a short scramble over rocks. A dry-season trip only; do not swim in the sea, where crocodiles and sharks are a risk.

- **Nearest town:** Bamaga, Queensland
- **Category:** Scenic viewpoints
- **GPS:** -10.6886, 142.5317
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and September–October. Hot in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Cape York: Cairns to the Tip](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-cape-york-to-the-tip/)

## Nearby

- [Elliot Falls and Twin Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-elliot-falls/) – 78 km

## FAQs

### Where is The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka)?

The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka) is in Bamaga, Queensland, at GPS -10.6886, 142.5317.

### Which road trips pass The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka)?

The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka) is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cape York: Cairns to the Tip.

### What is there to see near The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka)?

Places worth a stop nearby: Elliot Falls and Twin Falls (78 km).

### When is the best time to visit The Tip of Cape York (Pajinka)?

The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and September–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Part of these destinations

- [Cape York and the Peninsula Developmental Road](https://camping-spirit.com/destinations/au-cape-york-pdr/)