Best scenic beaches in Australia, 2026
25 scenic beaches in Australia that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
1770 Beach
Seventeen Seventy, Australia
The beach at 1770 is one of the region’s most recognizable and travel-relevant coastal stops.
2OBI 7.5+
75 Mile Beach
K'gari, Australia
K’gari’s legendary ocean beach is one of Australia’s most iconic beach corridors and must be represented canonically.
3OBI 7.5+
Adder Rock Beach
Point Lookout, Australia
Distinct named Point Lookout beach that should not be merged into Cylinder Beach
4OBI 7.5+
Adventure Bay
Bruny Island, Australia
Famous for its pristine sands and scenic views.
5OBI 7.5+
Agnes Water Beach
Agnes Water, Australia
Queensland’s most northerly surf beach is the region’s defining mainland must-have.
Airlie Beach Lagoon Beach
Airlie Beach, Australia
The main Airlie waterfront swimming beach area is a core user-facing entry for the mainland tourism hub.
7OBI 7.5+
Alma Bay
Magnetic Island, Australia
Magnetic Island’s best-known family beach is one of North Queensland’s most recognizable bays.
Alva Beach
Ayr, Australia
The Burdekin’s best-known beach, with a long sandy foreshore and the region’s clearest visitor draw.
9OBI 7.5+
Amity Point Beach
Amity, Australia
Redlands' must-have west-facing Stradbroke beach, loved for calm bay water, dolphins, and standout sunsets.
Anabranch
Jarvisfield, Australia
A long sandy strand with shack history and strong Burdekin-delta character, often absent from generic travel lists.
11OBI 7.5+
Anglesea Beach
Apollo Bay, Australia
A great beach for surfing, with stunning scenery.
12OBI 7.5+
Angourie Point Beach
Angourie, Australia
World-famous point break and key surf destination
Antechamber Bay Beach
Kingscote, Australia
A beautiful, less-visited bay perfect for families and those looking for a peaceful beach experience.
Apollo Bay Beach
Apollo Bay, Australia
Known for calm waters, ideal for families and relaxation.
Ardrossan Beach
Ardrossan, Australia
A popular spot for fishing, offering a scenic backdrop and calm waters ideal for water activities.
16OBI 7.5+
Arrawarra Beach
Arrawarra Headland, Australia
A meaningful northern surf beach with a clear identity separate from Corindi and Mullaway
Arthur Bay
Magnetic Island, Australia
A major Magnetic Island bay with strong cove appeal and real standalone recognition.
Aurukun Beach
Aurukun, Australia
A remote, lesser-known beach that provides both beauty and solitude, perfect for those wanting to explore the outback coast
Austinmer Beach
Austinmer, Australia
A classic northern suburbs beach with strong local identity and broad visitor appeal.
Avalon Beach
Avalon, Australia
A landmark Pittwater surf beach with strong town identity and broad appeal
21OBI 7.5+
Avoca Beach
Avoca Beach, Australia
A flagship Central Coast surf beach with strong local identity and broad visitor demand.
Awinya Beach
K'gari, Australia
A remote western-side K’gari beach with real standalone identity and strong discovery value.
23OBI 7.5+
Back Beach
Geraldton, Australia
Popular for its large waves, perfect for surfers.
24OBI 7.5+
Back Beach (Angourie)
Angourie, Australia
Exposed surf beach south of Angourie Point
25OBI 7.5+
Back Beach Bunbury
Bunbury, Australia
A beautiful beach for walking and relaxing with great views.