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Grassy Hill Lookout — Attraction in Cooktown

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Grassy Hill Lookout
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Grassy Hill Light, also known as Cooktown Light, is an active lighthouse located on Grassy Hill above Cooktown, Queensland, Australia, on the south side of the entrance to Endeavour River.
Nearby attractions
Cooktown History Centre
121 Charlotte St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
Nearby restaurants
Bektopia
Webber Esplanade, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
Jackey Jackey Thai
152 Charlotte St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
Cooktown Bowls Club
129 Charlotte St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
The Wharf Kitchen
7 Webber Esplanade, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
Balcony Restaurant
128 Charlotte St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
Nearby hotels
Riva La Vista Cooktown
21 Baird Rd, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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Grassy Hill Lookout

Hope St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
4.8(371)
Open 24 hours
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Grassy Hill Light, also known as Cooktown Light, is an active lighthouse located on Grassy Hill above Cooktown, Queensland, Australia, on the south side of the entrance to Endeavour River.

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attractions: Cooktown History Centre, restaurants: Bektopia, Jackey Jackey Thai, Cooktown Bowls Club, The Wharf Kitchen, Balcony Restaurant
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Nearby attractions of Grassy Hill Lookout

Cooktown History Centre

Cooktown History Centre

Cooktown History Centre

4.4

(59)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Grassy Hill Lookout

Bektopia

Jackey Jackey Thai

Cooktown Bowls Club

The Wharf Kitchen

Balcony Restaurant

Bektopia

Bektopia

4.7

(83)

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Jackey Jackey Thai

Jackey Jackey Thai

4.6

(174)

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Cooktown Bowls Club

Cooktown Bowls Club

4.2

(138)

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The Wharf Kitchen

The Wharf Kitchen

4.5

(11)

Open until 8:00 PM
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4.8
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5.0
2y

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Grassy Hill Lookout, and I must say it was a truly breathtaking experience. Located in a serene natural setting, this lookout offers panoramic views that are simply mesmerizing. Here is my review of the Grassy Hill Lookout:

First and foremost, the view from the Grassy Hill Lookout is absolutely stunning. As you ascend to the top of the hill, you are rewarded with a breathtaking vista that stretches as far as the eye can see. The lookout provides a commanding view of the surrounding landscape, including rolling hills, lush green valleys, and distant mountains. It's a sight that truly takes your breath away and makes you appreciate the beauty of nature.

The lookout itself is well-designed and offers plenty of space for visitors to enjoy the view. There are viewing platforms strategically placed to provide the best vantage points, allowing you to soak in the scenery from different angles. Whether you choose to sit on one of the benches or stroll along the pathways, you'll find that the Grassy Hill Lookout offers a peaceful and...

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5.0
7y

A superb location for magnificent views of Cooktown, the Endeavor River and the surrounding landscapes in all directions. Do yourself a favour and head up with a glass or can of bubbles just before sunset and bask in the glow. Well constructed and maintained with interesting historical insights. The road up is narrow and steep so be careful and diligent in your choice of transport up to the top. Parking is limited at the very top so keep an eye out for options on the way up and toward the top. You do get the opportunity to circle around and back down so don't stress too much. Truly...

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5.0
4y

Visited here way back in April 2004 on our 4x4 groups trip up to the cape. The views are amazing from this lookout in ALL directions. Can be VERY windy but well worth it. The reason for the name of "Grassy Hill" on a hill covered in trees was because when Cook was here the Aboriginals would constantly burn this hill to trap their pray of Kangaroos etc. so no trees grew on it. Now its not constantly burnt the trees are coming back after only 150 years This is the reason why Australia today is 80% desert as it was consistently burnt in the attempt to...

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Ian WatsonIan Watson
Captain Cook walked up this very high hill in 1770 to survey an exit route. He was very worried. Reefs east and north east, no winds south. Narrow passage near the shore north to..... Fabulous panoramic views 360 around a gorgeous seaside, river estuary, town and hills far away. On roadway up, must see plaques of Cooks notes from his diary and descriptions of what he found there. His description of the happiest people anywhere, needing nothing he had and not prepared to part with anything they had. Amazing.
Paul Tooze (No Journey Too Small)Paul Tooze (No Journey Too Small)
I walked here with the doggo from Cooktown Caravan Park and it was a hell of a walk up this hill, so steep! The dog was panting and so was I, pretty warm! The view from the top was well worth it, even though it was very windy and overcast. The little bit of rain on the way down was lovely. The views over the town, down the river and out to sea. The old lighthouse is well maintained and there are a number of info boards, which I really appreciate.
Jason Adams (Jase)Jason Adams (Jase)
Magnificent lookout with fantastic views in all directions. Its quite amazing to think your standing where Cook stood making decisions on one of the most significant parts of his voyage of discovery all those years ago. It’s only a five minute drive from downtown Cooktown and there is a great walk down to Cherry Tree Bay half way up to the lookout (take water it’s quite a steep long hot walk)
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Captain Cook walked up this very high hill in 1770 to survey an exit route. He was very worried. Reefs east and north east, no winds south. Narrow passage near the shore north to..... Fabulous panoramic views 360 around a gorgeous seaside, river estuary, town and hills far away. On roadway up, must see plaques of Cooks notes from his diary and descriptions of what he found there. His description of the happiest people anywhere, needing nothing he had and not prepared to part with anything they had. Amazing.
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I walked here with the doggo from Cooktown Caravan Park and it was a hell of a walk up this hill, so steep! The dog was panting and so was I, pretty warm! The view from the top was well worth it, even though it was very windy and overcast. The little bit of rain on the way down was lovely. The views over the town, down the river and out to sea. The old lighthouse is well maintained and there are a number of info boards, which I really appreciate.
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Magnificent lookout with fantastic views in all directions. Its quite amazing to think your standing where Cook stood making decisions on one of the most significant parts of his voyage of discovery all those years ago. It’s only a five minute drive from downtown Cooktown and there is a great walk down to Cherry Tree Bay half way up to the lookout (take water it’s quite a steep long hot walk)
Jason Adams (Jase)

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