North Stradbroke Island Ferry

SeaLink passenger and vehicle ferries depart from Toondah Harbour, Cleveland, and arrive at Dunwich (Goompi) on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah).

• Vehicle ferry: approximately 45 minutes. Bookings are essential. Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and follow the blue line to the check-in window.
• Passenger ferry: approximately 25 minutes. Purchase tickets online or at the terminal before boarding, and arrive 15–20 minutes before departure.

Find directions, transport options and boarding information in our getting here guide.

Public parking is available near the ferry terminals. Check signs carefully for time limits and trailer-only spaces.

Parking fills quickly on weekends, school holidays and long weekends. Allow extra time to find a space, or consider getting dropped off.

Sealed roads connect Dunwich, Amity Point and Point Lookout, so you don’t need a 4WD to explore the townships.

Travelling without a car? Local buses connect all three townships, with taxis, private shuttles and scooter hire also available. Check timetables and book private transport ahead, particularly during busy periods.

See our getting around information.

Allow around 20–25 minutes to drive from Dunwich to Point Lookout or Amity Point, and around 15 minutes between Point Lookout and Amity Point.

Drive carefully and watch for wildlife, especially at dawn and dusk.

You’ll find groceries, fuel and everyday supplies in all three townships, with pharmacies in Dunwich and Point Lookout. Medical services are also available on the island.

See our essential services guide for locations and contact details.

Explore beaches, walk the North Gorge, spot wildlife, join a cultural tour or settle in for lunch with a view. There’s plenty to enjoy, whether you’re visiting for the day or staying longer.

Explore our things to do guide.

Choose from holiday houses, beachfront apartments, resorts, camping and caravan parks across the island. Book early for school holidays and long weekends.

Explore where to stay.

Straddie is a year-round destination. Summer brings warm beach days, while the cooler months are ideal for coastal walks and whale watching during the migration season.

Check the forecast before travelling and plan outdoor activities around the conditions.

Yes. Beach driving requires a suitable 4WD and a vehicle access permit from Minjerribah Camping.

Check current access conditions, tides and restrictions before setting out, and follow all signs. A permit is not required to drive on the sealed roads between townships.

Yes. Straddie has dog-friendly accommodation and designated areas where dogs are welcome. Check local signs, keep your dog on a lead unless otherwise permitted, and remember pets are not allowed in national parks.

On SeaLink ferries, pets must remain inside your vehicle or wear a muzzle when outside the vehicle or travelling on the passenger ferry.

Pet dogs aren’t permitted on the island’s public buses. Approved assistance animals are welcome. If travelling with your dog, bring your own vehicle or arrange pet-friendly transport before you arrive.

Always swim between the red and yellow flags at patrolled beaches. Cylinder Beach and Main Beach are regularly patrolled, with additional patrols at Adder Rock during school holidays.

Patrols and conditions can vary, so check signs and follow lifeguard advice.

Read our surf safety guide.

Minjerribah is Quandamooka Country, with a living Aboriginal culture and a long connection between its people, land and waters.

Visit the North Stradbroke Island Museum on Minjerribah in Dunwich, explore local cultural experiences, or read Minjerribah, The Sand Island — a story by Quandamooka man Matt Burns.

Straddie offers beach, jetty and boat fishing. Check the Moreton Bay Marine Park zoning maps and current Queensland fishing rules before choosing your spot.

Follow local signs, fish only where conditions are safe, and take all hooks, line and rubbish with you.

No. Small cooking fires are only permitted within designated foreshore camping areas when no fire ban applies. Bonfires are not permitted.

Bring your own firewood, supervise your fire and extinguish it with water, never sand. Check Minjerribah Camping’s current rules before lighting a fire.

Call Wildlife Rescue Minjerribah on 0448 466 556 to report sick or injured wildlife.

Keep a safe distance, keep pets away and follow the rescue team’s advice.

Respect wildlife, stay on marked tracks and use bins or take your rubbish with you. Mobile coverage can vary, so download essential travel information before you arrive.

If camping, check current fire restrictions and campground rules before lighting a fire.

Read our responsible travel guide for advice on wildlife, pets, beach driving and fire safety.