Pigeon Island is a beach in Australia that is located in a place known as Iron Range National Park, which is found in the region of QLD, Australia.

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Pigeon Island Review

Pigeon Island is a very good option as an Australian beach when looking for in the area of QLD.

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Overview

The official name of this beach is Pigeon Island.

It is located in the area of Iron Range National Park, and has some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia, in the region of QLD.

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Holiday in Pigeon Island

Iron Range National Park is a place in QLD that is very enjoyable to visit and provides a great environment for a holiday.

There have been no negative reports recieved from Locals, Tourists, Fishermen, Surfers, Swimmers or Campers at Pigeon Island.

Camping in Pigeon Island

If you intend on camping in Pigeon Island it is best to see if a booking is required beforehand. When permitted, choosing to go free camping in Pigeon Island is acceptable, but it is important you follow the local rules of Iron Range National Park.

Generally coastal areas in Australia like Pigeon Island have a myriad of options for caravans, caravan parks, tents and campgrounds.

Fishing in Pigeon Island

Many areas through Australia and particularly in Iron Range National Park require a fishing licence to legally go fishing. If you want to go fishing in Pigeon Island it is recommended that you obtain the adequate recreational fishing licence.

Swimming in Pigeon Island

Througout Australia and in places such as Iron Range National Park, swimming in the ocean and waterways can be extremly dangerous. When swimming in Pigeon Island, please be mindful of rip currents, ocean conditions, big swells, drops offs, rocks and marine stingers and predators.

Always swim between the flags in Pigeon Island where available. Never swim alone!

It is highly recommended you visit Beach Safe Australia before visiting Pigeon Island to ensure you are prepared for the weather and tidal conditions.

Accomodation in Pigeon Island

Like many areas throughout Australia, beaches in areas like Iron Range National Park can be quite remote. This means there may be limited accomadation options. If it does exist, accomodation deals in Pigeon Island can be found online.

Marine and Wildlife in Pigeon Island

Please note - many Australian speicies are protected, and QLD is no exception. Do not feed local wildlife and please be aware you are visiting their natural habitat around Iron Range National Park.

Some common types of marine or wildlife you may find at Pigeon Island may include:

Marine life in Pigeon Island: Sharks, Whales, Stingrays, Manta Rays, Turtles, Seals, Dolphins, Starfish, Jellyfish, Blue Bottles, Crabs.

Wildlife life in Pigeon Island: Kangaroos, Wallabies, Koalas, Kookaburras, Seagulls, Snakes, Lizards, Cockatoos, Possums.

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Surfing in Pigeon Island

Experienced surfers will find QLD conditions vary from day to day. It is advised to always wear a wetsuit and never surf in Pigeon Island alone.

Boating in Pigeon Island

Please enquire directly with Pigeon Island or the office of Iron Range National Park to obtain the rules around the prospect of boating in Pigeon Island.

Other notes:

There is no information available that confirms whether Pigeon Island is one of the limited nude beaches in Australia. As a general rule, unless there is clear signage, you cannot assume a beach in QLD is one of the few permitted topless beaches in Australia.

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