Flinders Group National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) Park

Flinders Group National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) is a protected group of islands off the eastern coast of the Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland. The park comprises several granite islands with fringing reefs, beaches and sheltered bays.

Visitors go for island scenery, snorkeling and boat-based access to beaches and reefs; the islands do not have sealed road access and are reached by private or charter vessels. Marine and coastal environments are the main attractions.

The islands were declared part of Queensland’s national park estate and are also recognised as Aboriginal land, with management and visitor use reflecting natural and cultural values. Facilities are minimal and designed to have low impact.

Located off the eastern coast of Cape York in the Gulf of Carpentaria/Coral Sea region of far north Queensland, the islands lie several kilometres offshore from the Cape York coastline and are reached by sea from nearby coastal launch points.

• Protected area status: Designated as national park islands within Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land, managed under Queensland park arrangements.
• Access: Access is by private boat or commercial charter; there are no road connections to the islands.

What to See#

• Flinders Island: The largest island in the group, containing beach and rocky headlands and serving as the main base for visitors to the park.
• Stanley and adjacent islands: A smaller island noted for dramatic coastal cliffs and granite formations; accessed by private boat or commercial tours.

The Flinders Group lies off the northern tip of Cape York. Access is by boat or small aircraft from Cape York communities; travel arrangements typically require a charter and coordination with local Aboriginal land councils for permissions.

• This park is remote - provision appropriate food, water and safety gear for multi-day trips.
• Organize travel through an authorized tour operator that knows Cape York logistics and indigenous access permissions.
• Respect Indigenous lands and any local restrictions; portions of the Flinders Group sit on Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land and require permits.