North Gorge Walk, Stradbroke Island

The boardwalk built around the North Gorge on Straddie allows easy viewing of this natural wonder. The elevated platform lets you get close to the cliffs and see the waves being funnelled into the spectacular gorge. The walk is 1.2km and will take you 30 mins to an hour. There are several great spots to linger and watch the waves roll in. We’ve seen turtles, rays and dolphins from here and it's a great spot to spot migrating humpback whales between June and November. Plus there’s a giant blowhole down in the rocks when the tide and waves are just right. The views are excellent and the walk starts and terminates at local shops and eateries. Please don’t stray from the designated areas (it's not a good place to fall in) and bring a hat and sunscreen. You’ll need to get the ferry over to North Stradbroke Island either with your car or on foot (and catch a bus to Point Lookout). Ferries depart Toondah Harbour, Cleveland, and access to the walk is on Moloomba Road at Point Lookout.