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Description
10 sq.km, of which 7.3 sq.km are a national park.

Dunk Island, 5km offshore and 30km northeast of Cardwell, is the largest of the Family Islands. The island was named by Cook after the First Lord of the Admiralty. Snorkeling, scuba diving and fishing.

The highest point on the island, most of which is covered by tropical rain forest, reaches a height of 271m. There are large resort complexes run by Australian Airlines, with a wide range of leisure activities, which can accommodate 400 visitors. There are beautiful walking trails all over the island; panoramic views from Mount Kootaloo.
Hobbies & Activities category: Scuba or snorkel opportunity;  Fishing opportunity;  Hiking opportunity;  National park;  Resort or relaxation spot
Do-It-Yourself Tours
Address
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Rainforest and Reef Centre
Box 74
Cardwell, QLD 4849
Australia
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/projects/park/index.cgi?parkid=202
Tips
Best time to visit: May to November; there is heavy rainfall during the rest of the year. Access by ferry from Clump Point and Mission Beach; also flights from Cairns and Townsville.
Camping is permitted in the national park for a maximum of three days (permit must be obtained in Cardwell).
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