Hinchinbrook Island Beaches are isolated and spectacular, located on the eastern side of the island. Starting from the northeastern tip of the island the most commonly visited beaches are:-
Orchid Beach - Private and secluded, adjacent the Hinchinbrook Island Resort.
North Shepherd Beach - 0.5 hours from the Hinchinbrook Island Resort. 2.0 kilometre beach teeming with tiny Ghost Crabs.
South Shepherd Beach - 2.0 hour hike from North Shepherd Beach, very remote and private.
Ramsay Beach - Black sand beach. Northern Thorsborne Trail head, world renowned multi day camping and walking track.
Cape Richards is the eastern most northern tip of Hinchinbrook Island. From the Lookout view scenes of Goold Island, ocean settings and Orchid Beach. Mangroves can also be viewed at Turtle Bay. A short trail walk from the Hinchinbrook Island Resort.
Missionary Bay at the northern end of Hinchinbrook Island is rimmed with mangroves. Spotting Dugongs and Saltwater Crocodiles is popular, "Good Luck!" The Hinchinbrook Island Ferry visits Missionary Bay. The day trip includes observing mangrove habitat via a crafted 60 metre Boardwalk. From the Boardwalk a 200 metre trail connects with Ramsay Beach.
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