Coochiemudlo Island

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Coochiemudlo Island, located in the Queensland region of Australia, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by travelers seeking a peaceful and picturesque island escape. With its pristine beaches, lush vegetation, and crystal-clear waters, this island offers a serene and tranquil environment for visitors to unwind and relax.

As soon as you step off the ferry and onto Coochiemudlo Island, you will be greeted by the sight of stunning beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see. The island's main beach, Morwong Beach, is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking, while the gentle waves make it an ideal location for water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding.

For those who prefer to explore the island's natural beauty on foot, Coochiemudlo Island offers a variety of walking trails that wind through the lush bushland and provide breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The island is home to an abundance of native wildlife, including colorful birds and marine creatures, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

In addition to its natural attractions, Coochiemudlo Island also boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, with local art galleries, craft markets, and cultural events showcasing the talents of the island's creative community. Visitors can immerse themselves in the island's rich cultural heritage by participating in traditional Indigenous experiences and learning about the history and customs of the Quandamooka people, who have inhabited the island for thousands of years.

Alternative names: Population: ~740 ppl (2019)Coordinates: 27°34'27"S, 153°19'30"E

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QueenslandAustralia

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Coochiemudlo Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cleveland Point Light, Dunwich Cemetery, Ormiston House Estate, Redland Museum.

4.9 miNW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Cleveland Point Light, Cleveland
126 min walk • Cleveland Point Light, also known as Point Cleveland Light, is a lighthouse located on the north-eastern tip of Cleveland Point, at Cleveland, Redland City, Queensland, Australia. It overlooks Moreton Bay to the east and Raby Bay to the west. The old lighthouse was established in 1864-1865 as a wooden hexagonal tower.
7.3 miNE
Cemetery
Dunwich Cemetery, North Stradbroke Island
187 min walk • Dunwich Cemetery is a heritage-listed cemetery at Bingle Road, Dunwich, North Stradbroke Island in the City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1847 to 1952. It is also known as One Mile Cemetery. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
6.7 miNW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ormiston House Estate
172 min walk • Ormiston House Estate is a heritage-listed plantation at Wellington Street, Ormiston, City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It was built from c. 1858 to c. 1865. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
4.8 miNW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Redland Museum, Cleveland
124 min walk • The Redland Museum is the local history museum of South East Queensland's Redlands region, situated in the suburb of Cleveland. It collects and preserves Redlands' social history to the present day.
7.2 miNE
Specialty museum, Children's museum, History museum
North Stradbroke Island Historical Museum, North Stradbroke Island
183 min walk • The North Stradbroke Island Historical Museum is a museum founded in 1987 to present the history of North Stradbroke Island. It is found at 15-17 Welsby Street, in Dunwich on North Stradbroke Island.
7 miNE
Archaeological site
Dunwich Public Reserve, North Stradbroke Island
179 min walk • Dunwich Public Reserve is a heritage-listed archaeological site at Junner Street, Dunwich, North Stradbroke Island in the City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1827 to 1828.
7 miNE
Church
St Mark's Anglican Church and Dunwich Public Hall, North Stradbroke Island
179 min walk • St Mark's Anglican Church and Dunwich Public Hall are a heritage-listed church and public hall at Junner Street, Dunwich, North Stradbroke Island in the City of Redland, Queensland, Australia.
5.2 miNW
Cemetery
Cleveland Pioneer Cemetery, Cleveland
134 min walk • Cleveland Pioneer Cemetery is a heritage-listed cemetery at Lisa Street, Cleveland, City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It is also known as Cleveland No.1 Cemetery. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 18 September 2009.
4.4 miNW
Tree
Norfolk Island Pine Trees
111 min walk • The Norfolk Island Pine Trees are a heritage-listed group of trees at 127 Shore Street North, Cleveland, City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. They were added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 November 2003.
4.3 miNW
Church
St Paul's Anglican Church
110 min walk • St Pauls Anglican Church is a heritage-listed church at Cross Street, Cleveland, City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by James Furnival and built in 1873; it was extended in 1924 to a design by Lange Leopold Powell. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
6.4 miNW
Church
St Andrew's Church
164 min walk • St Andrews Church is a heritage-listed Anglican church at Wellington Street, Ormiston, City of Redland, Queensland, Australia. It was built c. 1868. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.