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The 10 Best Lookouts in Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkeling, diving and fishing are rightly popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.
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1. Campwin Beach Lookout
2. Capricorn Coast National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Adventurers049 - Brisbane, Australia
This is a stunning part of Australia. There are miles of beautiful beaches with natural forests that come down the the beachs. Plenty of places to chill-out.
3. Discovery Trail Lookout
4. Castle Hill Lookout
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By CodyMav - Gold Coast, Australia
Once parked atop Castle Hill, there are a few walks and 2 main lookouts to enjoy Castle Hill Lookout is to the north of the carpark, and does a short circuit trail around the communications tower, providing commanding views. Well worth the climb and effort
5. Hynes Lookout
6. Mossman River Lookout
7. William Golding Memorial Lookout
8. Mount Stuart
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4.5 based on 220 reviews
Capture a great overview of Townsville with a visit to Mount Stuart. Providing views overlooking the entire city and across to Magnetic Island and Cleveland Bay, Mount Stuart is a great way for visitors to get their bearings before further exploring Townsville North Queensland. Walk, run, ride or drive to the top of the 9km road, but if you plan to tackle it by foot ensure you have a good level of fitness and plenty of water as it is a steep climb in areas. Once you reach the top of Mount Stuart, enjoy the breezes, relax with a picnic, take in the views or further explore the short bush walks around the area.
Reviewed By adventureswithemj - Brisbane, Australia
We discovered the lookout on the drive between Townsville and Charters Towers. It was a great spot and the walk around the rim is recommended, but don't make our mistake and make sure you are wearing sturdy shoes!
9. Grassy Hill
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4.5 based on 527 reviews
Grassy Hill offers a 360 degree view of Cooktown, the Endeavour River and the Great Barrier Reef. Although now quite heavily forested, Grassy Hill is so known because local aboriginals deliberately burnt the forest on the hill to encourage re-growth of vegetation and draw animals to the area for hunting. The landscape you see today from the top of the hill has changed little since Captain James Cook and the crew of the HMB Endeavour climbed Grassy Hill in 1770 to view the surrounding reefs enabling him to navigate a safe passage. The views today, especially at sunset and sunrise, are still as spectacular as in 1770 making Grassy Hill one of Cooktown's most popular attractions.
Reviewed By coachfos_aus - Atherton, Australia
Grab some Fish and Chips to enjoy a fantastic sunset. 360 degrees views with lighthouse with history of Cooktown to displays. However, get up early and with a quick walk up the hill you will witness the magic sunrise!
