What is the water and sand quality of the Walker Bay Beach?

The coastline of Walker Bay Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Walker Bay Beach?

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

Is the Walker Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Walker Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Walker Bay 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Walker Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Walker Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Walker Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Walker Bay Beach.

How far is the Walker Bay Beach from parking?

The Walker Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Walker Bay Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Walker Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Lookout located in 2.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Walker Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Walker Bay Beach is February. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in December, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 23°C and water 22°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Walker Bay Beach (Cook Shire) 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.Walker Bay Beach (Cook Shire) 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.

Photo of Walker Bay Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Walker Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Walker Bay Beach with long straight shore

Walker Bay Beach

Cooktown, Australia

7.2

#147 out of 187 in Queensland 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Cooktown • 4.4 km

Map of beach

Park Walker Bay Beach

50m

Park 19 The Esplanade

1.2km

Park Quarantine Bay

1.3km

Hiking Area Mount Cook summit

2.2km

National Park Mount Cook National Park

2.6km

Park Cooktown Botanical Garden

4km

Park Cooktown Botanic Gardens

4.2km

Park Keatings Lagoon Conservation Park

6km

National Park Annan River (Yuku Baja-Muliku) National Park

9.2km

Bakery Primal Alternative by Emma B

4.2km

Tourist Attraction Lookout

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Mount Cook Walking Track

3.4km

Tourist Attraction OLD QUARRY WALK Cooktown Botanical Garden

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Finch Bay

4km

Tourist Attraction Cherry Tree Bay

4.9km

Museum Cooktown Museum

4.9km

Museum Cooktown History Centre

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Grassy Hill Lookout

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Cooktown wharf

5.8km

Historical Landmark Reconciliation Rocks

5.3km

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Walker Bay Beach is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 3th place out of 3 beaches in the Cook Shire region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

7.3 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Cooktown • 4.4 km

Map of beach

Park Walker Bay Beach

50m

Park 19 The Esplanade

1.2km

Park Quarantine Bay

1.3km

Hiking Area Mount Cook summit

2.2km

National Park Mount Cook National Park

2.6km

Park Cooktown Botanical Garden

4km

Park Cooktown Botanic Gardens

4.2km

Park Keatings Lagoon Conservation Park

6km

National Park Annan River (Yuku Baja-Muliku) National Park

9.2km

Bakery Primal Alternative by Emma B

4.2km

Tourist Attraction Lookout

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Mount Cook Walking Track

3.4km

Tourist Attraction OLD QUARRY WALK Cooktown Botanical Garden

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Finch Bay

4km

Tourist Attraction Cherry Tree Bay

4.9km

Museum Cooktown Museum

4.9km

Museum Cooktown History Centre

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Grassy Hill Lookout

5.4km

Tourist Attraction Cooktown wharf

5.8km

Historical Landmark Reconciliation Rocks

5.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Cooktown • 4.4km

Transport

Airport

CTN • 12.1km

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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7.2 Good

Maggi Carstairs (Ladymaggic)

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach. .wild and windy. ..with great walking for me and my dog. Track to beach from quarantine bay road is rough and I almost vanished in 2 enormous potholes. .4wd would be better. . I had to ask another car to guide me back to road. .

Karen Carstens

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Loved it absolute PERFECTION HIDDEN AWAY

Mike Adams

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Dirt road in was in good condition, no problem for 2wd. Only a short drive to the most wonderful location. Definitely a winner

James Marciniak

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

The best spot in Cooktown.