Three Islands National Park

Park Queensland national park protecting coral cays

Group of small islands on the Great Barrier Reef used for day‑trip snorkeling, reef fishing and birdwatching; operators run boat trips from nearby coastal towns.

Three Islands National Park is an Australian protected area in Queensland that comprises a set of small offshore islands and adjacent marine areas. The park conserves island and marine habitats rather than large built attractions.

Visitors come for natural values such as seabird colonies, coastal vegetation and reef or nearshore marine life; access is by boat and there are no extensive visitor facilities on the islands.

The islands were set aside for conservation to protect their natural and marine values; formal designation and management are handled by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.

Located off the Queensland coast in northeastern Australia at the supplied coordinates, the park lies offshore from the Queensland mainland and is reached by watercraft from nearby coastal communities.

Conservation: Protects three small offshore islands and surrounding marine habitat

How to Get to Three Islands National Park #

Day trips and permitted landings operate from mainland launch points in Far North Queensland. The closest access towns depend on which island of the park is targeted; check the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service page for operator details and permit requirements.

Tips for Visiting Three Islands National Park #

Book any permitted camping or island transfers well ahead via the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a snorkeling kit - the marine life around the islands is a highlight.
Check tide tables and sea conditions before attempting any landings; the islands can be exposed in swell.