Dunk Island
Mission Beach, Queensland
Island in the Family Islands National Park, a short boat ride from Mission Beach, badly hit by Cyclone Yasi in 2011. Today it offers quiet beaches and walking tracks; services depend on weather, so check the water taxi before you go.
- Nearest town
- Mission Beach, Queensland
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -17.9453, 146.1578
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. Hot in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Dunk Island?
Dunk Island is in Mission Beach, Queensland, at GPS -17.9453, 146.1578.
Which road trips pass Dunk Island?
Dunk Island is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cassowary Coast: Cairns to Townsville.
What is there to see near Dunk Island?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mission Beach (10 km), Clump Point Lookout (11 km), Golden Gumboot (25 km) and Paronella Park (39 km).
When is the best time to visit Dunk Island?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)