Huntingfield Bay

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Huntingfield Bay is one of five secluded Bays which make up the area known as Five Beach Bay.  Very few people frequent this beautiful area and its beaches, as it requires a bit of effort to get there.  There are no roads or walking tracks leading into this bay and  is only accessible by boat. Crystal clear water, beautiful scenery and the remoteness all add to it's beauty.


Huntingfield Bay is located on the northern side of Magnetic Island approximately 12 km from the Palleranda boat ramp in Townsville.  The land area above the tidal zone forms part of the Magnetic Island National Park, while the tidal and ocean area within the bay are a designated as a no fishing zone by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

Long sections of sandy beach in the middle of a well protected bay make for a simple beach landing with a kayak.  However due caution should be applied if choosing to land or explore close to shore, on the eastern side of the bay, as there are several submerged rocks just below the high tide level.


On either side of the bay, are large granite boulders, that fringe the back and sides of the beach. A scenic back drop of scrub and rocky slopes rise steeply to over 300m.  These boulders are relatively easy to climb and explore and make for a great vantage point for some photos.








After significant rain periods a cascading waterfall forms on the rocky slopes of the eastern end of the beach with a cool, refreshing swimming hole.  Unfortunately during periods without regular rain the waterfall and swimming hole will be bone dry.




Facts and Further Info

  • Best launch site from Townsville is Palleranda Boat Ramp.
  • Best launch site from Magnetic Island is West Point Beach.
  • It is approximately 12 km from Palleranda  to Huntingfield Bay.
  • Huntingfield Bay is a Great Barrier Reef Marine Park "Green  Zone" (fishing not allowed).
  • Camping not permitted. 
  • Freshwater pools present only after rainy periods.
  • Have spotted migrating whales in this area.
  •  No phone reception.

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