About Coochiemudlo Island
Coochiemudlo Island is a small residential and recreational island in Moreton Bay, about 1 km off Victoria Point in Redland City, Queensland. Accessible only by passenger ferry and vehicle barge, it is known for its calm western beaches, mangroves, melaleuca wetlands and relaxed island atmosphere. The island offers swimming, walking, cycling and fishing within Moreton Bay Marine Park, close to Brisbane.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, low-lying island with sandy beaches on the western and southern shores, calm bay waters, mangrove fringes and bushland interior. The foreshore has picnic areas, barbecues and a jetty where the ferry arrives. There are walking and cycling tracks, a small shopping precinct near the jetty, holiday accommodation and residential streets. The environment is quiet and car-light, suitable for beach activities, nature walks and birdwatching.
Key highlights
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Calm, sheltered beaches on the western foreshore suitable for swimming and wading
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Scenic 10-minute passenger ferry crossing from Victoria Point
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Coastal walking and cycling circuit around the island
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Moreton Bay Marine Park environment with mangroves, wetlands and birdlife
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Picnic and barbecue areas at Main Beach and near the jetty
History of Coochiemudlo Island
The island lies within Quandamooka Country. Its name is derived from an Aboriginal term often interpreted as 'place of red stone'. European use began in the 19th century for timber cutting and later as a small farming and holiday settlement, developing as a residential and tourist island within Redland City in the 20th century.
Culture & Context
Coochiemudlo Island is part of Quandamooka Country and holds cultural significance for the Quandamooka people. Today it is valued as a low-key bay island community and recreational destination within Moreton Bay, reflecting the bay islands' lifestyle and natural coastal heritage.
Route
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