What are the best beaches on the Capricorn Coast?

The mainland strip runs from Yeppoon Main Beach and long Farnborough Beach north of town to sheltered Kemp Beach near Rosslyn Bay, native-garden Lammermoor, and family-friendly Mulambin and Kinka heading south. Great Keppel Island adds 17 more.

Which Capricorn Coast beach is best for families?

The Yeppoon foreshore (with the free lagoon), Kemp Beach and Mulambin are calm and handy. Always check conditions and swim between the flags where patrolled. See our lagoon & foreshore guide.

Can you drive on the beaches?

Yes — Farnborough Beach (north of Yeppoon) and Byfield’s Nine Mile Beach are 4WD beaches. Check tides, carry recovery gear and follow any access rules. See our Byfield 4WD guide.

Are there stingers on the Capricorn Coast beaches?

Marine stingers can be present in the warmer months (roughly November–May). Take local advice, swim in patrolled areas when flagged, and wear a stinger suit for snorkelling.

Which beach has the best walk?

Lammermoor Beach has a lovely native-garden foreshore walk with more than 120 plant species; the Bluff Point and Double Head headland tracks near Rosslyn Bay add sea views.

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Beaches of the Capricorn Coast

Town beaches, quiet family coves and long 4WD strands from Yeppoon to Emu Park — plus the 17 beaches of Great Keppel Island offshore.

Main Beach in YeppoonFarnborough 4WD sandKemp sheltered swim17 more on the island

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