Do you need a 4WD to get to Cylinder Beach?

Do you need a 4WD to get to Cylinder Beach?

38 kilometres along the beach. You will need a 4WD vehicle.

Where is Cylinder Beach located?

North Stradbroke Island, Redlands Coast Area Cylinder Beach is a most popular swimming beach on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah). It has been voted Queensland’s best beach by Surf Life Saving Queensland not once, but twice – in 2018 and again in 2019.

Can you swim at Cylinder Beach?

Cylinder Beach is a picturesque cove between Cylinder and Home Beach Headlands. It is popular with families because it is easily accessible with a carpark situated only metres from the beach. The waves at Cylinder are often smaller and therefore it is perfect for sunbathing and swimming during good weather conditions.

Why is Cylinder Beach called Cylinder Beach?

How did Cylinder Beach get its name? It’s said that Cylinder Beach dates to 1932 when gas cylinders were placed on the beach after they were shipped there from suppliers. They were used for lighting fixtures in the Point Lookout lighthouse.

Is there phone reception on North Stradbroke Island?

In some spots of the island there is very limited wifi and mobile phone reception. Ray White Straddie have limited Wifi devices available for hire. These are available on a first come first basis. A bond of $100 is payable and will be held until the device is returned.

Do you need a permit to drive on the beach at Stradbroke?

All vehicles must be registered and display a valid WCL beach vehicle permit. This includes recreational vehicles such as quads & motorbikes, which must hold RMS conditional registration for the recreational vehicle area.

Can you swim in Brown Lake Stradbroke Island?

To swim in the lake we have to ask for permission; To enter and enjoy without any further discussion. We are not permitted to swim to the centre of the lake, It is where her spirit lies and sometimes she’s awake.

Is Stradbroke Island dog friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Stradbroke Island. Your furry friend can travel with you on both the water taxi and vehicle ferry. You’ll also find several dog-friendly accommodation options at Point Lookout and Amity Point, as well as foreshore camping sites on Main and Flinders Beach that permit pets.

Is it safe to swim at Stradbroke Island?

Yes, you can certainly swim on Straddie – but just make sure you stick to the lifeguard patrolled beaches when you do!

Who owns Stradbroke Island?

The traditional owners of North Stradbroke Island, the Quandamooka people, say they hope it will soon become better known by its Aboriginal name of Minjerribah.

Why did Stradbroke Island split?

The two islands were separated after a barque; the “Cambus Wallace” was shipwrecked in a narrow passage off the island that was carrying explosives that had to be detonated in the passage.

Is there WIFI on North Stradbroke Island?

Is there Internet Access on the island? Free Internet is available at the Library at Point Lookout and Dunwich. WIFI is available at the Mantra Lodge & Scuba Centre, Fishes Cafe and Look Cafe, Point Lookout.