Best beaches in Cape York

4 ranked beaches in Cape York, Queensland

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Bramwell Junction Beach

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A beach accessible by 4WD offering a remote outback adventure experience for keen travelers

7.0

Sandstone Point Beach

A beautiful beach with secluded, quiet surroundings often missed by tourists

7.0

Shelburne Bay Beach

A hidden gem with little foot traffic and a real off-the-beaten-path feel

7.0

The Tip Beach

A must-visit beach marking the end of the Australian continent at Cape York Tip

7.0

What makes Cape York's beaches stand out?

Cape York sits in Queensland, Australia and is home to 4 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Cape York or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.