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7.4

Good

Dugong Beach

Hamilton Island, Australia

#134 out of 187 in Queensland

7.4

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Shute Harbour • 17.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Pebble Beach at qualia

9.6 - Exceptional 9km

Restaurant The Long Pavilion at qualia

9 - Excellent 9.1km

Bar One Tree Hill

9.2 - Excellent 9.8km

National Park Whitsunday Peak

1.7km

National Park Whitsunday Islands National Park

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Whitsunday Island

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Tongue Bay

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Whitehaven Beach - Northern End

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Betty's Beach

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Point Henning Pavilion

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Lookout at One Tree Hill

9.7km

Historical Landmark Whitehaven Beach

9.5km

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About

Dugong Beach is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 21th place out of 29 beaches in the Whitsunday Regional region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Dugong 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, sea kayaking.

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

Dugong Beach (Whitsunday Regional) is located outside the Shute Harbour 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 coast of the Whitsunday island and the correct question is not how to get to Dugong Beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

7.3 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Shute Harbour • 17.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Pebble Beach at qualia

9.6 - Exceptional 9km

Restaurant The Long Pavilion at qualia

9 - Excellent 9.1km

Bar One Tree Hill

9.2 - Excellent 9.8km

National Park Whitsunday Peak

1.7km

National Park Whitsunday Islands National Park

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Whitsunday Island

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Tongue Bay

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Whitehaven Beach - Northern End

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Betty's Beach

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Point Henning Pavilion

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Lookout at One Tree Hill

9.7km

Historical Landmark Whitehaven Beach

9.5km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Dugong Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Dugong Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

850m 11 min walk

Sawmill Beach Sawmill Beach

7.2 Good

3.9km

Joes Beach Joes Beach

8.4 Very good

7km

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach Hill Inlet Lookout Beach

9 Excellent

Popular beach 9.6km

Whitehaven Beach Whitehaven Beach

9.2 Excellent

Popular beach 10.6km

Catseye Beach Catseye Beach

8.6 Excellent

11km

Chance Bay Chance Bay

8.6 Excellent

11.8km

Coral Cove Beach Coral Cove Beach

7.7 Very good

12.5km

Escape Beach Escape Beach

6.5 Good

Localities

Nearest

Shute Harbour • 17.7km

Transport

Airport

HIH • 10.2km

Bus Station

Shute Harbour Road at Conway Picnic • 20.2km

Train Station

Longford Creek • 61.3km

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

J-Breezy

10 Exceptional

The location of this beach is absolutely stunning! It's incredibly peaceful and quiet. You can also enjoy a lovely walk around from Sawmill Beach. Additionally, there are picnic tables and toilets available on site. If you're interested, you can even book camping sites.

February 2024

jimmyevergreen

10 Exceptional

nice ++++

February 2024

Wanderlust Outdoor Adventures

6 Pleasant

We decided to anchor here for lunch one day because we wanted to climb Whitsunday Peak. The water has a muddy bottom, so it's not as clear as other places in the Whitsunday group. It would provide shelter from a northeasterly or easterly wind, but not from a northerly or southerly wind, so it's not as protected as it may seem. Therefore, I don't think it's suitable for anchoring small crafts. There is a camping spot with several sites, but you need to book with the national parks, and I saw them checking, so expect a visit. It would be a great spot if you wanted to camp in the campground for a few days, although the beach is not the most beautiful. However, most people are sleeping in their boats, and this is not the best place to anchor. It's too shallow for bigger boats and exposed for smaller boats. If you want to hike the peak, you need to get there early. The hike takes about four hours round trip, and you wouldn't want to be stuck on the trail in the dark. Make sure you're prepared with hiking shoes, water, and snacks because this is not an easy hike. But it's definitely worth it if you're up for the challenge.

February 2024

Unknown user

February 2024

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Dugong Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Dugong Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Dugong 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 Dugong Beach good for swimming?

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

Dugong Beach is partially protected from waves. 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 Dugong Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Dugong Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Dugong Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Dugong Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

What are the key audiences of Dugong Beach?

Dugong Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers
Hiking adventurers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Dugong Beach.

How far is the Dugong Beach from parking?

The Dugong Beach has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Dugong Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Dugong Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Whitsunday Island located in 2.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Dugong Beach is February. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 21°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.