Karumba Point

Karumba Point is a coastal settlement and beach area at the mouth of the Norman River on the Gulf of Carpentaria in north-west Queensland. Part of the town of Karumba in the Shire of Carpentaria, it is notable as one of the few places in Australia where the sun sets over the sea. It is known for its long sandy beach, fishing, birdlife and sunset views over the Gulf.

Visitors can expect a low-lying sandy beach and foreshore on the Gulf of Carpentaria with calm, shallow waters, mangroves and views across the gulf. The area includes a beachfront esplanade, boat ramp, picnic areas and sunset viewing spots. Activities centre on beach walking, photography, fishing from the shore or by boat, and birdwatching. The settlement has caravan parks, a tavern and small shops serving visitors.

Karumba Point developed as the port for the town of Karumba at the Norman River mouth, supporting a prawn and fishing industry from the mid-20th century. The broader Karumba area was used as a Royal Australian Air Force flying boat base during World War II. The port and jetty remain central to the local fishing economy.

The area lies within the traditional lands of the Gkuthaarn and Kukatj peoples. Contemporary cultural significance is linked to fishing, both commercial and recreational, and to community life centred on the Gulf and river system.