North Stradbroke Island

North Stradbroke Island Map

“Straddie” is one of the largest sand islands in the world. Along the ocean side there is 35 kilometres of unspoiled beach reaching from Point Lookout Headland in the north to Jumpin Pin in the south.

The island was originally “discovered” by James Cook in 1770, but in reality the island of “Minjerribah” was inhabited by the Noonuccal people with evidence traced back some 40,000 years. More Info.

The northern beaches – Frenchman’s, Deadman’s, Home and Flinder’s all have a northerly aspect and offer shelter from the southerly busters. Pretty much wherever the wind is blowing from, you can find a sheltered beach on Straddie, as well a surf break or fishing spot. Go to Discover Stradbroke Island for more information on things to do on Straddie.

The crystal clear waters around Straddie, and the fact that there is no  agricultural industry on the island, means that the waters become perfect fishing and oystering grounds due to the absence of fertilizer run off.