What is Keppel Sands?

Keppel Sands is a small, quiet coastal village on the southern Capricorn Coast, near the mouth of the Fitzroy River — a sleepy fishing and holiday spot known for mud crabs, mangroves, birdlife and a genuinely off-the-beaten-track feel.

What is there to do at Keppel Sands?

Fishing and crabbing, beach and estuary walks, birdwatching around the mangroves and flats, and simply slowing right down. It’s for travellers who want quiet, not crowds.

Is Keppel Sands good for fishing?

Yes — the Fitzroy estuary and flats are known for mud crabs, barramundi and estuary species. Take local advice on tides and safety (this is tidal, crocodile-aware country). See our fishing guide.

How far is Keppel Sands from Yeppoon?

Roughly 45 minutes by road via Emu Park and the coast/inland roads — it sits at the quieter southern end of the coast.

Can you swim at Keppel Sands?

It’s more an estuary-and-flats village than a surf beach; take care with tides and heed any crocodile signage in tidal areas. For classic swimming beaches, head to Yeppoon or Emu Park. See our beaches guide.

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Keppel Sands

A sleepy fishing village at the coast's quiet southern end, near the Fitzroy delta — mud crabs, mangroves, birdlife and genuinely slow days.

Quiet fishing villageMud crabs & estuary fishFitzroy delta45 min from Yeppoon

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