South Gorge Beach — Attraction in Queensland

South Gorge beach, next to main beach, is very attractive to families and also to board riders. The life savers have a sign at the entrance warning about the dangerous currents which force them to rescue a few swimmers every day, on average.

The current is attractive to board riders because they use it to get out to the waves quickly. But for inexperienced swimmers it can be a big shock. Also, because the beach is narrow and wedge shaped, with cliffs on either side, the water level can rise very quickly.

The cliff on the Eastern side provides shade and the unusual shape of the beach provides endless variety. This is a great beach, but take care. If you don’t take time to understand what is going on in the water, don’t swim here. But even then it is...

Magical spot and I’m hoping I just chose the wrong day. The ocean and sand was full of plastic. Managed to find a plastic bag in the water and filled it. This wasn’t rubbish left behind, it was plastic from the ocean. Never seen anything like it. Beaches around the corner we’re pristine which confused me...

Loved North and South Gorges. We traveled here from San Antonio Texas, and could not be happier with the recommendation by our friends that live in Brisbane. The sunrise's were absolutely amazing and exploring the island itself was great. Highly recommend staying at the Whalewatch...