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.
Wild Cattle Island National Park at a Glance#
Hours: Park open dawn-dusk
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 133 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 123 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 102 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 68 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 16° - 24° | 20° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 22° | 18° | 37 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 21° | 17° | 40 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 22° | 18° | 31 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 25° | 20° | 36 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 18° - 27° | 22° | 58 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 20° - 28° | 24° | 80 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 110 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |