Double Island Point
A headland at the northern end of Great Sandy beach. From its 1884 lighthouse you can overlook the lagoon and the long beach, where dolphins, manta rays and whales are often seen.
Double Island Point lies between Noosa's north shore and Rainbow Beach and is the highlight of the Great Sandy beach driving route. The headland is topped by a lighthouse commissioned in 1884. From the car park it is a 20-to-30-minute uphill walk. From the top you can overlook the curved bay to the north, the turquoise lagoon and the beach stretching to the horizon. Dolphins, sea turtles and manta rays are often seen in the sea, and humpback whales pass by in winter. The point can only be reached by four-wheel drive or on a tour. On the south side of the headland, one of Australia's longest surf breaks runs along the bay.
Opening hours
Open all day (tide-dependent access)
Nearby sights
- Wolf Rock
- Freshwater Lake
- Poona Lake
- Carlo Sandblow
- Rainbow Beach
- Searys Creek
- Inskip Point
- Tin Can Bay Dolphin Feeding