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6.7

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Smalleys Beach

Seaforth, Australia

#183 out of 187 in Queensland

6.7

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Deserted Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Ball Bay • 1.7 km

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About

Smalleys Beach is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 12th place out of 12 beaches in the Mackay region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Smalleys Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cape Hillsborough Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Smalleys Beach (Mackay) is located outside the Ball Bay settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Smalleys Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Ball Bay • 1.7 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Cape Hillsborough Beach Cape Hillsborough Beach

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Eimeo Beach Eimeo Beach

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Blacks Beach Blacks Beach

8.3 Very good

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Lamberts Beach Lamberts Beach

8.2 Very good

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Harbour Beach Harbour Beach

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Ball Bay • 1.7km

Transport

Airport

BMP • 29.5km

Bus Station

Shute Harbour Road at Conway Picnic • 74.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Smalleys Beach?

It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.

What are the key activities at Smalleys Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Smalleys Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Smalleys Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Smalleys Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Smalleys Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Smalleys Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Smalleys Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Smalleys Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Smalleys Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Smalleys Beach.

How far is the Smalleys Beach from parking?

The Smalleys Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Smalleys Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Smalleys Beach is December. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is June with air temperature 22°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.