{"ok":true,"data":{"id":386,"slug":"comboyuro-point-beach-moreton-island","name":"Comboyuro Point Beach","country":"Australia","state":"Queensland","city":"Moreton Island","coords":{"lat":-27.0818,"lng":153.3621},"beachType":null,"tags":["hidden","island","boat_access","scenic"],"article":{"hero":"You reach Comboyuro Point Beach by water, which filters the crowds before you even set foot on sand. The shoreline here curves gently along the island's northern reach, sheltered from ocean swell by the bulk of Moreton itself. Banksia trees lean in from the low dunes, their gnarled limbs casting afternoon shade over sand the color of raw sugar. At low tide, sandbars emerge offshore, and you can walk a hundred metres out into knee-deep water that holds the warmth of the bay long after the sun dips.\n\nThe settlement behind the beach is minimal—a scattering of modest cottages, a boat ramp, a sense that this corner of the island has resisted the gloss applied elsewhere. Fishermen launch at dawn. Families arrive by tinny, unload esky and snorkel gear, claim a stretch of beach with nothing more than a towel. The water here is too calm for surf, too silty for postcard turquoise, but it's honest—bay water, tidal, alive with bream and whiting if you cast a line.\n\nComboyuro rewards those who treat it as a base rather than a backdrop. Bring provisions. Bring patience. The island's famous eastern beaches—Champagne Pool, the wrecks—draw the tour buses, leaving this western fringe to those who know that sometimes the best beach is the one you have to work a little to find.","teaser":"Comboyuro Point Beach sits where the northern settlement meets the sea, a sheltered stretch of sand that ferries and private boats deliver you to instead of 4WD tracks. You'll wade ashore into quiet—no ice cream kiosks, no rental umbrellas—just mangroves at your back and the glass-smooth shallows of Moreton Bay stretching west.","uniqueAngle":"Comboyuro is Moreton's northern settlement beach, a bay-side landing that visitors reach by boat rather than sand highway.","accessType":"Boat only","thingsToDo":[{"icon":"swim","title":"Wade the Shallows","subtitle":"Warm bay water at low tide"},{"icon":"food","title":"Shore Lunch","subtitle":"Pack provisions; no vendors here"},{"icon":"camera","title":"Banksia Frames","subtitle":"Gnarled trees meet sandy shoreline"},{"icon":"kayak","title":"Paddle North","subtitle":"Explore mangrove-lined inlet edges"}],"audience":{"surfer":"Leave your board on the mainland. Comboyuro sits on Moreton's western, bay-facing shore, sheltered from ocean swells by the island's bulk. The water here is calm, tidal, better suited to SUP than shortboard. If you're itching for waves, you'll need to haul gear across the island to the eastern beaches—Tangalooma or North Point—where southeast swells wrap around and offer rideable peaks. Comboyuro is your post-surf recovery spot: easy water, no rips, a place to let your shoulders unknot.","couples":"Arrive by chartered water taxi in the late afternoon and you'll have the shoreline nearly to yourselves. The sunsets here face west across Moreton Bay toward the Glass House Mountains—bruised violet skies, water turned to hammered copper. Pack a thermos of something warming, a wedge of cheese, good bread from a Brisbane bakery. Accommodation on this end of the island is limited to basic holiday cottages; book early and expect simplicity—ceiling fans, verandahs with salt-softened timber, the kind of quiet that makes conversation feel optional.","backpacker":"There's no backpacker hostel on Moreton's northern tip, but camping permits for designated zones run about thirty dollars a night through Queensland Parks. Ferry from Brisbane's Holt Street Wharf costs around sixty return; split a private water taxi if you're traveling in a group and the per-head price drops. Bring every scrap of food and fuel—there's no corner store at Comboyuro. Free swimming, free beachcombing, and if you cast a handline off the point, free whiting for dinner if you're lucky and patient.","local":"Hit Comboyuro on a weekday morning after the overnight campers have packed out but before the day-trippers motor in—usually a two-hour window starting around nine. The northern mangrove creek mouth, a five-minute walk up the beach, holds flathead if the tide's moving. Locals from the settlement launch their tinnies at first light; nod, don't crowd the ramp. If you're sick of Tangalooma's weekend circus, this is your antidote: same island, different century, no queue for the sand highway.","family":null,"party":null,"diver":null,"explorer":null},"faqs":[{"a":"Comboyuro Point Beach on Moreton Island's western side generally offers calmer swimming conditions than the ocean-facing eastern beaches, as it sits within Moreton Bay. The sheltered waters typically have gentler waves and currents. However, always check local conditions before swimming, watch for boat traffic in the area, and be aware that lifeguard services are not present at this remote beach. Stingers can be present in warmer months (October-May), so protective clothing is advisable. Never swim alone and inform someone of your plans when visiting this secluded location.","q":"Is Comboyuro Point Beach safe for swimming?"},{"a":"Comboyuro Point Beach can be enjoyed year-round due to Queensland's subtropical climate. Winter months (June-August) offer mild, dry conditions with temperatures around 20-25°C, ideal for comfortable beach activities. Summer (December-February) brings warmer weather but also humidity, afternoon storms, and marine stingers. Spring and autumn provide excellent middle-ground conditions with pleasant temperatures and lower rainfall. Since Moreton Island requires boat access, always check marine weather forecasts and avoid visiting during strong wind warnings or rough sea conditions, which can make boat transfers challenging.","q":"What is the best time to visit Comboyuro Point Beach?"},{"a":"Comboyuro Point Beach is only accessible by boat, as it's located on Moreton Island which has no bridge connection to mainland Queensland. Vehicle barges operate from Port of Brisbane and Scarborough (north of Brisbane) to Moreton Island, typically taking 75-90 minutes. You'll need a 4WD vehicle with beach driving permit to traverse the island's sand tracks to reach the northern Comboyuro Point area. Alternatively, some tour operators offer day trips to Moreton Island. There is no formal parking area—you park on designated beach driving zones.","q":"How do you get to Comboyuro Point Beach?"},{"a":"Comboyuro Point Beach is extremely remote with no facilities, amenities, or commercial establishments directly nearby. Visitors must be completely self-sufficient, bringing all food, water, shade, and supplies. The nearest accommodation and limited facilities are at Bulwer settlement, several kilometres south along the western shore. Tangalooma Resort on the island's west coast offers more comprehensive dining and lodging but is a significant distance away. Pack out all rubbish, bring portable toilets if needed, and prepare for a true wilderness beach experience with no mobile phone coverage in most areas.","q":"Are there any facilities or restaurants near Comboyuro Point Beach?"},{"a":"The sheltered waters around Moreton Island's western beaches, including the Comboyuro Point area, are part of Moreton Bay Marine Park where dugongs are known to feed on seagrass meadows. While sightings aren't guaranteed, patient observers sometimes spot these gentle marine mammals, especially during early morning or late afternoon in calmer conditions. Bring binoculars and scan the shallows quietly. Green sea turtles are also occasionally seen in these waters. Remember to observe from a distance without disturbing wildlife, as these are protected species in a marine sanctuary.","q":"Can you see dugongs at Comboyuro Point Beach?"}]},"seo":{"title":"Comboyuro Point Beach: Moreton Island's Hidden Shore","description":"Boat-only access reveals Comboyuro Point's untouched northern shores, where wallabies graze behind empty sand and turquoise shallows stretch endlessly.","ogImage":"/api/place-photo?ref=Ab43m-uHgo1qIKdUZvt-LNbJ6d9g3CZzZs44XRTMJe1aWRBdQdvCfYBrldmnwULRZqR60ttByXWSSqmmBGkQWQiRSANa-znihStc8Wq6j1qQY5hubJ8SLwgSP-1zyfkOEIJ0YC5L7Mgxhna_Qb2a8RIi4bf83vXQIXvCPpd9GekB3E_stAyANmAIpbBUAoSPOxrUskC4cyeciZCAei3sxqnNQvgvKH6lVpuuVZyVLYT_sDlzjE-SFqchyWWR24QYPvaB448bzEuafR_oskcwovePkwovtQ_8wMiNRZigqS-Pheerz31nxtX2-czzvLNzTi1UZDT0Y3M7UamlB03fxh_b9lrjVd5RNUNBt-UJOIL7MtPBF0X8nKPgBGOg7a1Un7cA5HK9_2d0RKNYP4vDha6WO2t73T0vFgD9sWFpv1VGIV5AYcE&w=1600"},"images":[{"id":"496388","url":"https://pixabay.com/get/ge64f327cc3552342e4ee893c5d7097b1a4844e705d86f76b2179f01376cc7bc1ca8536ecbf156fa69e5f296ef6243c81722b01ffa170217155399d29ceb1a086_1280.jpg","thumbnail":"https://pixabay.com/get/g503a9171daaf48a1d4feb2854146c6b79efeaa0a1dc8b06e4b9a3798957655c612180c559170bfdb97ab8ecc8f6437e355d1ff2be22d383934e5896ff5fa5f54_640.jpg","alt":"jetty, girl, point samson jetty, west australia, pier, beach, nature, ocean, calm, woman"}]}}