CASTLE HILL LOOKOUT & ROCKPOOL SWIM ROAD TRIP AUSTRALIA
TOWNSVILLE ROAD TRIP AUSTRALIA
The road trip destination. 2,800 km from home. Approached Townsville driving from inland Queensland and connecting with the coastal Bruce Highway. The highway continues through Townsville and onto Cairns or down south to Brisbane.
The first task was to drive up Castle Hill. Great views of the city and Magnetic Island. Booked a leisurely three hour jetski tour of Magnetic Island for a few days time. The owner of the jetski hire conducting the tour. Both he and myself on our skis circumnavigating the island. Large turtles may be spotted swimming and island features pointed out.
It's possible to hike the World War II forts and walk passing through bushland on a well defined track.
The Strand
While in Townsville visit and relax along "The Strand".
This is a two km watered foreshore promenade available to the public. Shady palm trees, green grass, eateries, water park etc. Townsville’s thriving beach foreshore.
The Strand may be driven along.
Convenient accommodation was in Rydges off Palmer Street away from the foreshore and central city. Enjoy the outdoor cafés, hotels and restaurants. Souvenirs may be purchased along Palmer Street.
The Strand Rockpool
Enjoy a free swim in the sea water rockpool on the Strand. A saltwater lagoon. The large rockpool is fully enclosed and separated from the open sea. Has a shallow area and a deeper area for a swim. Great view of Magnetic Island across the water. Usually attended by a lifeguard and is open most days. Provided and maintained by the local government.
Castle Hill
Is a granite monolith in the suburb of Castle Hill, Townsville. Castle Hill is at a height of 286 metres (938 ft) above sea level. A well made sealed road leads to the top. Views are to the city skyline. Elevated views are of Magnetic Island some four km distant.
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TOWNSVILLE FIVE DAY FORECAST
ROAD TRIP AUSTRALIA
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MAP OF CASTLE HILL ROAD
CASTLE HILL & LOOKOUT
TOWNSVILLE QUEENSLAND
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