Hamilton Island

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach

Good for Relax

/ 10 Excellent

#3 out of 187
in Queensland

About

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 2th place out of 29 beaches in the Whitsunday Regional region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Whitehaven Beach, which has a rating of 9.2.

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Historical

+24 ^oC +22 ^oC

Air temperature

8.1 M/S

Wind

+24 ^oC

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Shute Harbour, Queensland, Whitsunday Regional

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very good

8.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

0/10

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Hill Inlet Lookout Beach (Whitsunday Regional) is located outside the Shute Harbour settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Whitsunday island and the correct question is not how to get to Hill Inlet Lookout Beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

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"One of the most stunning destinations in the world. We made a reservation with Red Cat adventures and absolutely savored that experience. We highly recommend booking ahead of time and ensuring you visit the hill inlet lookout for this breathtaking scenery. For additional information, feel free to visit our Instagram: @weekendipendente."

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"There are numerous companies available to transport you to the inlet from Ham.Is or the mainland. Take the ascent to the lookout point using the stairs, with restroom facilities available if necessary. Enjoy the stunning views from the platforms before descending to the beach. Experience the beauty of the untouched waters and sandy shore."

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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- Low prevalence of sharks
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- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Shute Harbour, Australia

Whitehaven Beach

9.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty

Shute Harbour 26.1 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Catseye Beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Shute Harbour 18.7 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Chance Bay

8.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand

Shute Harbour 26.6 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Chalkie's Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand

Shute Harbour 30.1 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Joes Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand

Shute Harbour 14.6 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Coral Cove Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Shute Harbour 19.6 km

Shute Harbour, Australia

Palm Bay Beach

8.4

Partly hotel beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Shute Harbour 8.7 km

Hayman Island, Australia

Hayman Island Beach

8.7

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Bright fine sand

Hayman Island 0.6 km

Airlie Beach, Australia

Boathaven Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Airlie Beach 0.8 km

Airlie Beach, Australia

Airlie Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Airlie Beach 0.3 km

Cannonvale, Australia

Cannonvale Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Cannonvale 1.3 km

Conway Beach, Australia

Conway Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Conway Beach 0.4 km

What to do in Hill Inlet Lookout Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Hill Inlet Lookout Beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Tongue Bay• 10 min walk
Betty's Beach• 10 min walk
Whitehaven Beach - N...• 16 min walk
Whitsunday Island• 4.6km

Transport

HIH• 12.1km
Shute Harbour Road a...• 27.3km
Longford Creek• 68.3km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

The Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Hill Inlet Lookout Beach.

How far is the Hill Inlet Lookout Beach from parking?

The Hill Inlet Lookout Beach has no parking spot

Are there any attractions nearby Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Hill Inlet Lookout Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tongue Bay located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Hill Inlet Lookout Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Hill Inlet Lookout Beach is February. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 21°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Hill Inlet Lookout Beach (Whitsunday Regional) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Hill Inlet Lookout Beach (Whitsunday Regional) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.