Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is a coastal suburb and beach located about 13 km north of Cairns in Queensland, Australia. Centred on a long sandy beach facing the Coral Sea and Half Moon Bay, it is known for its marina, fishing and boating facilities, and views to Double Island and Green Island. The suburb combines a residential community with a popular foreshore, golf course and waterfront parklands.

Visitors can expect a long, sandy north-facing beach backed by casuarina trees and grassy foreshore parklands with BBQ and picnic areas. The area includes Half Moon Bay Marina and Yorkeys Knob Boating Club, a stinger net for seasonal swimming, a boat ramp, and open views across the Coral Sea. The setting is low-key and residential, with walking paths along the esplanade, fishing spots, and access to reef tours departing from the marina.

Yorkeys Knob is named after George Yorkey, a Yorkshire-born fisherman who settled in the area in the late 19th century. The distinctive knob-like headland became known by his name. During World War II the beach and Half Moon Bay area were used for amphibious training and as an embarkation point for Allied forces.

The area lies within the traditional lands of the Yirrganydji people of the Djabugay nation, who have long cultural connections to the coastline and waters between Cairns and Port Douglas. The beach and foreshore remain valued for community recreation and fishing.