Joseph Banks Conservation Park Gladstone

Enjoy ocean views from the lookouts. Photo credit: Khan Spokes © Queensland Government

Undulating pathways offer scenic ocean vistas between the Casuarina. Photo credit: Khan Spokes © Queensland Government

Keep watch for dolphins and turtles, they are commonly sighted from the headland year-round. Photo credit: Khan Spokes © Queensland Government

About Joseph Banks

    Park features

    Joseph Banks Conservation Park's rocky headland is bounded by ocean on the east and estuary to the west and provides magnificent views north across Eurimbula National Park to Bustard Head and Rodds Peninsula.

    Read more about the park's nature, culture and history.

    Looking after the park

    You can help protect the park and forest so it can be enjoyed now and in the future by observing these guidelines:

    • Everything in the park (living or dead) is protected. Do not take or interfere with plants, animals, soil or rocks.
    • Take your rubbish home for appropriate disposal. No bins provided.
    • No amenities provided. Nearest toilets located near the Marina precinct.
    • Waterways and the ocean should be kept free of all pollutants including soap, detergents, shampoo and food scraps. Use reef-safe sunscreen.
    • Visit Be wildlife aware to report sick, injured or orphaned wildlife.

    See the guidelines for caring for parks for more information about protecting our environment and heritage in parks.

    Park management

    Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) manages Joseph Banks Conservation Park under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 to preserve and present important natural and cultural values in perpetuity.

    Tourism information links

    Bundaberg Visitor Information Centre
    www.bundabergregion.org
    36 Avenue Street, Bundaberg QLD 4670
    ph (07) 4153 8888 or 1300 722 099
    email info@bundabergregion.org

    Agnes Water Visitor Information Centre
    71 Springs Road, Agnes Water QLD 4677
    ph (07) 4902 1533
    email agneswatervic@gapdl.com.au

    Gladstone Visitor Information Centre
    www.gladstoneregion.info
    Gladstone Marina Ferry Terminal
    72 Bryan Jordan Drive, Gladstone QLD 4680
    ph (07) 4972 9000
    email gladstonevic@gapd.com.au

    For tourism information for all regions in Queensland see Queensland Holidays.

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