Brisbane Beaches

Though Queensland is famous for its warm weather and picturesque beaches, Brisbane is not a coastal city but if you’re looking to spend a day out on or by the water than Moreton Bay is only a half hour drive out east. There are a lot of activities to get involved in at the Bay including sailing or taking a cruise out onto the water, snorkelling, and fishing or feeding dolphins.

There is also Bribie Island, located between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, only an hour’s drive away. With its calm, clear waters this spot is more of a place of leisure rather than a beach for surfing. Though there can be small waves found on the eastern side of the island on Woorim beach. It is an ideal location for children, swimming, fishing and boating.

Bush walking and bike riding are popular activities as well as camping on the beachfront. With an approved permit people are allowed to drive their 4WDs down to the beach. Permits are available through the Moreton Bay Regional Council and Bongaree Caravan Park.

For more beach locations you have the options of driving up north to the Sunshine Coast or down south to the Gold Coast.