Photo of Sandy Bay with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Sandy Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sandy Bay with long straight shore

Photo of Sandy Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sandy Bay located in natural area

7.1

Good

Sandy Bay

South Molle Island, Australia

#153 out of 187 in Queensland

7.1

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Shute Harbour • 4.4 km

Map of beach

Park Conway Conservation Park

4.1km

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About

Sandy Bay is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 25th place out of 29 beaches in the Whitsunday Regional region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear 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.

Sandy Bay coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

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

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

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cockatoo Beach, which has a rating of 7.1.

Sandy Bay (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 South Mobile island and the correct question is not how to get to Sandy Bay, 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 +20 ^o C

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Shute Harbour • 4.4 km

Map of beach

Park Conway Conservation Park

4.1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.5km

Paddle Bay Beach Paddle Bay Beach

6.7 Good

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Cockatoo Beach Cockatoo Beach

7.1 Good

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Palm Bay Beach Palm Bay Beach

8.4 Very good

10.4km

Joes Beach Joes Beach

8.4 Very good

10.8km

Boathaven Beach Boathaven Beach

8.2 Very good

11.3km

Airlie Beach Airlie Beach

8 Very good

12.7km

Long Island Beach Long Island Beach

7 Good

12.8km

Sawmill Beach Sawmill Beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Shute Harbour • 4.4km

Transport

Airport

SOI • 1.8km

Bus Station

Shute Harbour Road at Conway Picnic • 6.9km

Train Station

Longford Creek • 48.7km

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Travelers reviews

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7.1 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.1 Good

Cal Power

10 Exceptional

Hands down the best way to experience the Sunday islands it's just as beautiful and has way less people than the other bigger ones. we stayed for 3 nights and only ran into 6 others the only time. This was in July 2022.

Mark P

8 Very good

We stayed here on a mooring the last night before returning our hired cat back to Airlie the following morning. Its an easy trip back so no rushing. The beach itself is pretty good but has sharp crushed coral in places. The camping area and tables are well looked after and the place has a decent toilet too. it would be a good place to stay for sure. There are a few pawpaw and I think a mango trees in the gully up from the beach which is interesting. There is a walking track up the hill which is also able to be used by mountain bikes and well worth walking up - a bike would have been handy. These tracks traverse the whole island over toward the distant lookouts and of course the creepy....... 'Abandoned' South Molle resort

Andrea Ward Calderón

10 Exceptional

Wonderful campsite on a small island close to the mainland. Used the Scamper to come over (also rented gear from them) and camped two nights. We were unlucky with weather but had a wonderful time. There are several good walking trails and lookout points that are worth doing even in you’re not camping. Camp sites are good (there are picnic tables with a good sunset view and well-maintained toilets). The beach is mostly coral and very shallow at low tide (difficult walking).

Helen Luu

8 Very good

It’s a very peaceful place

Helen Stafford

10 Exceptional

An expansive campsite with plenty of spots, toilets and picnic huts. You can access all of the South Molle walking trails from here and its just a 10 minute boat trip from Shute Harbour.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sandy Bay?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Sandy Bay?

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

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay for swimming is very positive.

Is the Sandy Bay 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sandy Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Sandy Bay 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:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Sandy Bay?

Sandy Bay can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers (tent)
Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sandy Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandy Bay.

How far is the Sandy Bay from parking?

The Sandy Bay has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Sandy Bay?

There are 2 attractions near Sandy Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Coral Beach located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sandy Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Sandy Bay 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.