Rainbow Beach
December 10th 2006 00:26
Rainbow Beach - lovely name isn`t it? And so reflected when you get there. I have never driven on the beach before so was a little apprehensive when we arrived (Ok basically we sat at the edge of the beach entrance with me going, "Should we go? What happens if we get stuck? No let`s turn back. Ok no let`s go....") Eventually the engine was roaring and the tyres were gripping firmly on the sand and we were off! And now I have found my new addiction! For those of you who have never tried this before I highly recommend it.
There have been 72 different colours of sand that have been found in the cliffs at Rainbow Beach. They are caused by minerals in the sand being exposed to the sea air and changing colour. There is a great Aboriginal story about how they got their colours, you can read it here.
Be aware that when driving on Rainbow Beach the normal rules of the road apply and speed limits are enforced, with police doing random speeding tests. You also want to be careful about driving too fast anyways as the sand can take a little getting used to. Once you are on the beach there are loads of activities to keep you busy for the day. Try some fishing, do some sand tobogganing, check out the wreckage of the Cherry Venture before they move it.
(A little gripe here - this ship wreck has been here for years and now there is talk of it being removed because of publich safety. Well a few months ago a tourist was nearly killed when he fell asleep on the beach and was driven over by a 4x4 - um public safety? Come on!)
So if you are in the area make sure you add Rainbow Beach to your list of must-sees! You are also able to go camping right on the shore, however there are no amenities so make sure you come prepared.
Beach Highway!
There have been 72 different colours of sand that have been found in the cliffs at Rainbow Beach. They are caused by minerals in the sand being exposed to the sea air and changing colour. There is a great Aboriginal story about how they got their colours, you can read it here.
Rainbow Beach
Be aware that when driving on Rainbow Beach the normal rules of the road apply and speed limits are enforced, with police doing random speeding tests. You also want to be careful about driving too fast anyways as the sand can take a little getting used to. Once you are on the beach there are loads of activities to keep you busy for the day. Try some fishing, do some sand tobogganing, check out the wreckage of the Cherry Venture before they move it.
(A little gripe here - this ship wreck has been here for years and now there is talk of it being removed because of publich safety. Well a few months ago a tourist was nearly killed when he fell asleep on the beach and was driven over by a 4x4 - um public safety? Come on!)
So if you are in the area make sure you add Rainbow Beach to your list of must-sees! You are also able to go camping right on the shore, however there are no amenities so make sure you come prepared.
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Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
This is such a beautiful spot. I camped here with a few friends about ten years ago, it was fantastic and such an experience. I definitely agree that it's a must-see place.
Tracy
Comment by Ash
Australian Traveller
Flashes of memories
I always love going back here. I haven`t tried camping yet I was with some wimpy boys who wanted to go home so I had to settle with a day trip. I think it would be great to camp though and look forward to it one day for sure!
Ash
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
That's great that you've been there a few times. We only camped for one night and in all honesty we were a bit drunk so I feel as though it would be a place to go back to now that I'm older, more mature and sober.
Tracy
Comment by Ash
Australian Traveller
Flashes of memories
I often wonder how great places actually are when I look back and consider the state I was in when I was there!
This is definitely one to return to though!
Ash