10 must-visit beaches for your Queensland road trip

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From the palm-lined shores of Palm Cove Beach to the stunning beauty of Cape Hillsborough, explore the best beaches Queensland has to offer on your next road trip.
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Queensland is home to some of the most beautiful and secluded beaches in Australia. And what better way to experience these beaches than on a campervan holiday? Here are the top 10 beaches in Queensland to visit on your next road trip:

  1. Palm Cove Beach: This Cairns beach is lined with palm trees and offers a serene atmosphere with pristine waters.
  2. Cape Hillsborough: This Mackay beach offers a unique experience of kangaroo spotting at sunrise and is stunningly beautiful.
  3. Nudey Beach: This secluded Fitzroy Island beach offers a peaceful atmosphere with clear waters.
  4. Noosa Main Beach: This Sunshine Coast beach is perfect for surfers and sunbathers alike, with its golden sand and sparkling waters.
  5. Burleigh Heads: This Gold Coast beach is perfect for families and surfers, with its wide, sandy beach and refreshing waters.
  6. Rainbow Beach: This Sunshine Coast beach is perfect for spending a day in the sun, with its wide, sandy beach and sparkling waters.
  7. Mission Beach: This Far North Queensland beach offers a palm-lined beach and clear waters, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.
  8. Coolangatta Beach: North facing, sheltered and patrolled year-round, Coolangatta Beach is ideal for swimmers seeking calm and safe water and for beginner to intermediate surfers.
  9. Mooloolaba Beach: This Sunshine Coast beach is lined with palm trees and offers a relaxing atmosphere with clear waters.
  10. Cylinder Beach: This North Stradbroke Island beach is wide and long, offering the perfect backdrop for a family day out. There’s also a carpark located just a few metres from the beach, making it easily accessible to all travellers.

A campervan holiday is a great way to explore these stunning beaches at your own pace. You can park your campervan at one of the many caravan parks or campsites along the way and enjoy the stunning scenery.

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