Beachcombing

The Discovery Coast offers the quintessential Queensland beach experience. Long stretches of pristine golden sands meet safe waters warm enough to swim in year round, and are framed by majestic rugged headland boasting sweeping panoramic views.Agnes Water shares the coast with eight beautiful beaches reflecting picture perfect holiday scenes.
The clear, calm waters and unspoilt sandy stretches of Seventeen Seventy's inlet sit against a backdrop of nature reserve. Eight kilometres away lies the surf beaches of Agnes Water, the most northern surf beach on the Queensland coast. Head for Rules Beach, Workmans Beach, Sunrise Beach, Middle Rock Beach, Red Rock Beach, Flat Rock Beach, Wreck Rock Beach and Eurimbula Beach for sun, peace and quiet. Eating out in the towns of Seventeen Seventy and Agnes Water offers everything from great fish ‘n’ chips to relaxed waterside cafes. At day’s end grab a cocktail and settle in to witness Seventeen Seventy - Agnes Water’s stunning sunsets, one of only three places on Australia’s east coast where it is viewed across water.