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Saunders Park

Saunders Park is a free beachfront camping area at Saunders Beach, north of Townsville in Queensland, situated near the mouth of Althaus Creek. The site offers direct beach access suited to swimming, fishing, and relaxed coastal walks.

A public boat ramp on Althaus Creek is close at hand, making the spot convenient for boaters and anglers. Drinking water is available on site.

Visitors should be aware that estuarine crocodiles are present in Althaus Creek and surrounding waters, and standard crocodile safety precautions apply.

To reach the area, turn off the Bruce Highway approximately 1 km north of Yabulu onto Saunders Beach Road and follow it roughly 7 km to the northern end of town on Reef Street.


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