Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Adder Rock Beach
Distinct named Point Lookout beach that should not be merged into Cylinder Beach
Cylinder Beach
Straddie's best-known protected surf beach, popular for swimming, camping, and easy all-ages beach days.
Deadmans Beach
Small but distinct Point Lookout beach with strong scenic value
Flinders Beach
An iconic 4WD-access beach on Straddie prized for long open sands, camping, and uncrowded ocean frontage.
Frenchmans Beach
A dramatic cove beneath the Gorge Walk with rock pools and a wilder, more photogenic feel than nearby swimming beaches.
Home Beach
A calmer Point Lookout beach backed by camping and holiday stays, strong for relaxed swims and local repeat visits.
Main Beach
The island's signature ocean beach with long sandy sweep, reliable surf, and classic Point Lookout views.
South Gorge Beach
A tucked-away cove beside the headland that feels secretive yet sits right in Straddie's most visited coastal precinct.
Point Lookout sits in Queensland, Australia and is home to 8 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 Point Lookout or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
