Magnetic Island National Park
Address:Magnetic Island Magnetic Island Queensland 4819 Phone: 13 0013 0372 Tollfree: 1300 130 372 Email: csc@epa.qld.gov.au Website: www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/magnetic-island/index.html
Magnetic Island National Park presents a striking landscape of massive granite boulders, towering hoop pines, scenic sandy bays and fringing reefs. The island is easily accessible from Townsville and is noted for its abundant wildlife and varied history. Explore Magnetic Island's most picturesque spots via a 36 kilometre network of walking tracks. Look for koalas, rock-wallabies, possums and a variety of birds.
Swim or snorkel in secluded sandy bays and explore diverse reef and fish life. Go sailing. Discover the island's rich cultural heritage. Learn about the Wulgurukaba Aboriginal people's strong island connections. Visit historic sites linked to World War II. Look out to sea and imagine what it must have been like for those who watched the sea in less peaceful times.
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||