Wild Cattle Island National Park
Park Uninhabited island national park with coastal beaches
An island park off Queensland’s coast with sandy beaches, coastal dunes and shoreline wildlife. Visitors come for beach walking, birdwatching, fishing and quiet coastal scenery away from developed resorts.
How to Get to Wild Cattle Island National Park #
Wild Cattle Island National Park is accessed by boat from the mainland near the town of Tannum Sands and the Boyne River mouth in central Queensland. Private boats and small commercial operators provide seasonal access; check local information for landing regulations and seasonal closures.
Tips for Visiting Wild Cattle Island National Park #
- Use the mainland boat ramps with caution - tides and channels can be tricky and signs vary by season.
- Bring binoculars for the headland rookeries and to spot wallabies or swamp wallabies in the dunes at dusk.
- Respect protected dunes and marked nesting areas - signage will indicate seasonal closures for bird nesting.
Best Time to Visit Wild Cattle Island National Park #
Spring and autumn provide agreeable conditions for wildlife and quieter beaches; summer is best for swimming with caution.
Weather & Climate near Wild Cattle Island National Park #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (886 mm/year).
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (133 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
