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Camp beside rainforest and fringing coral reef, with a route to the Whitsunday Cairn.
Cairn Beach pairs a sandy beach, rainforest and fringing coral reef on Whitsunday Island.
Camp beside the beach, then follow the Cairn track to the Whitsunday Cairn, a volcanic rock formation with island views.
Check the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service booking information (opens in a new tab) before planning a stay.
Sources last validated: 9 September 2026.
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