Townsville

Townsville photos and nearby spots including The Strand — Castle Hill, the Common, Cape Pallarenda, and day trips across North Queensland.

176 photos in North Queensland.

Ethel Creek Falls, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Beyond Townsville’s beaches, the hinterland is full of rainforest swimming holes like this.
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Top of Alligator Falls, a waterfall in Bowling Green Bay National Park.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Maggie ❤️
Crocodile Creek, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Crocodile Creek 🐊
Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sends on the local flood plain.
Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Ripper of a shot! Cape Pallarenda
Far North Queensland, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
It's always a good day in NQ ☀️
Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
The iconic shot of this lovely cave. Townsville
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Kayaking in Alligator Creek
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Kayaking in Alligator Creek
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Kayaking in Alligator Creek
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island is such an amazing slice of paradise 🏝 p.s. did you spot the shipwreck 🔎
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Mt Stuart
Townsville, Palm Creek, North Queensland, Australia
A Townsville Bushwalking Club classic - Palm Creek, The Terraces, and High Camp.
Little Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Little Crystal Creek in Paluma Range National Park.
Little Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Little Crystal Creek in Paluma Range National Park.
The Terraces, Townsville
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The vast open spaces of Townsville
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The fairy garden - an elevated, south-facing crag protected from the sun and weather.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sail Magnetic Island ⛵☀️
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
This is what living in Townsville is all about.
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
A 96m beauty at Fred’s @glen_hayford
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Quick afternoon multis are the best. @glen_hayford on pitch 3 of 'Vision' (19) a Castle Hill classic.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Alma Bay 🏝
Salt Flats, Bluewater, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Wandering through the mangroves and salt flats👣
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Have you ever seen just how many tiny little islands are off of Townsville?
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Follow the sun ☀️
Hervey Range, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Views from the Hervey Range Lookout.
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Rock climbing in Townsville 🧗‍♀️🌤⛰
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Arthur Bay - Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island 🏝
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Bowling Green Bay National Park
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, the little island where beauty reveals itself around every corner...
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
@raacholive on Boobook HideOut, Townsville
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
One of the best ways to explore the marine paradise of @thisismagneticisland
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunny afternoons on Magnetic Island 🏝
Bridal Falls, Hervey Range, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The beautiful Bridal Falls, Harvey’s Range 😍👌
Ross River, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
There are a few places to climb around Townsville. Frederick Peak has a superb collection of good quality, hard routes.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
What are your favourite places on Magnetic Island?
Douglas, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The Jump Line at Douglas.
Cape Cleveland, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
"On earth there is no heaven, but there are pieces of it." - Jules Renard
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Pride rock looking mighty fine above Townsville🦁
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Weekend adventure exploring Bowling Green Bay National Park
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The amazing Magnetic Island
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The command post on Castle Hill was built in 1942 and used by American soldiers during world war II. Now covered in graffiti and Townsville's most popular "selfie" spot, times sure have changed. If the moon could talk I reckon it would just laugh at us....
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Let's kayak to Maggie 🌊💦🌅 Magnetic Island
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Highlining in Townsville, North Queensland… featuring @kaczman_j
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunset chasing at Mt Stuart
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Lead climbing in the morning rays Castle Hill ✨🧗🏼‍♀️🌞
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The hill of the ‘Ville
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunset views ☀️☀️ Mount Stuart
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
@alex_282005 full send down castle hill in the recent @rockwheelersmtb downhill mountain bike race.
Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Explore close to home Town Common / Cape Pallarenda
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
"Writing about climbing is boring. I would rather go climbing."
Mount Stuart, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Line sessions on Mt Stuart
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunny days on Magnetic Island ☀️
Girringun National Park, Raspberry Falls, Townsville, Far North Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, North Queensland, Australia
Awesome things about hiking at nighttime 🌙
Magnetic Island, Townsville, Far North Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, North Queensland, Australia
Maggie in her best blue ✨🌊
Cardwell, Hinchinbrook Island, Cassowary Coast, Raspberry Falls, Girringun National Park, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Spectacular views looking from the infinity pool at the top of Raspberry Falls towards the Cardwell Ranges and the breathtaking Hinchinbrook Island 🏝
Little Crystal Creek, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Little Crystal Creek waterfalls in flood located in Paluma
Wallaman Falls, Townsville, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
What an amazing capture of Wallaman Falls
Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Exploring the lush creeks in Paluma
Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Exploring the lush creeks in Paluma
Townsville, Far North Queensland, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
A different perspective. Who can name this waterfall? Challenge Accepted
Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Getting lost in the rainforest and finding massive trees. 😃 Paluma
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Here's one for nature lovers, the wet tropics rainforest of North Queensland.
Windin Falls, Wooroonooran, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
What is so special about Windin Falls? Windin Falls is a stunning location with sweeping views of the landscape from the infinity pool. The size of the waterfall is also impressive.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
There are so many picturesque rocky headlands to discover around the island. Who is keen to start exploring? 🙌
Cape Cleveland, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Cungulla, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
This magnificent drone shot of the salt pans definitely shines a new light on Cape Cleveland Road near Cungulla.
Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Who's ready for the wet season?
The Thumb, Mount Bowen, Hinchinbrook Island, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
The stunning, pristine Hinchinbrook Island
Crystal Creek, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Paluma is a stunning place to hike
The Black Hole, Paluma
The Black Hole in Paluma Range National Park.
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Nature Therapy, Good Therapy.
Townsville, Waterview Creek, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Hiking from Jourma Falls to ‘Black Hole’. If you haven't done this yet, you need to put it on your list!
Zoe Falls, Hinchinbrook Island, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Zoe Falls on Hinchinbrook Island
Mt Marlow
Sunset at Mount Marlow at Cape Pallarenda is stunning!
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Let's hike this while it's cool! Frederick Peak
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Stunning shot of Magnetic Island.
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
We are lucky to have Castle Hill directly in our city centre.
Hinchinbrook Island, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Hillock Point on the beautiful Hinchinbrook Island
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Mount Marlow, Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island adventures all round!
Frederick Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Rock climbing 'Beast from the deep’ (27) in Townsville.
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Those weekend feelings! Who else is keen for a weekend of adventure!
Cape Cleveland, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The cliffs out at Cape Cleveland
Ethel Creek Falls, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Let's go out chasing waterfalls this weekend!
Herbert River Falls, Townsville, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
Who been to the Herbert River Falls? What a magical place this is.
Zoe Falls, Hinchinbrook Island, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Such a beautiful waterfall on Hinchinbrook Island - Zoe Falls
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Who else has climbed Vision, Castle Hill? A stunning climb in with an amazing backdrop.
Running River, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Stunning shot of Running River & Puzzle Creek
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Mt Burrumbush in Bowling Green Bay National Park
Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
The rainforests hold answers to questions we have yet to ask. — Mark Plotkin
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Mt Elliot in the clouds
Crystal Creek, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Misty days in Paluma
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Some things in life fill us with joy even though they are such small, simple things. Nature. Listening to waves is such a great way to connect with nature too.
Birthday Creek Falls, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
A short walk leads to Birthday Creek Falls. A great time to visit is just after the wet season.
Little Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
What are your weekend plans?
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
It's one of the best walks in Townsville!
Palm Tree Creek Lookout, Hervey Range, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Palm Tree Lookout. Who's been?
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Top of Alligator Creek Falls. Who's been?
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
30 mins south of Townsville is Bowling Green Bay National Park. An 8km hike from the Alligator Creek campground will take you to the base of these absolute stunning falls. Then straight up the falls will take you to where this photo was taken. Definitely worth the trip 👌
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Dina Falls near Mt Surround.
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Hayabusa Falls near Mt Surround.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Spend the day exploring all of Magnetic Island's bays. Swim, snorkel, and play.
Castle Hill, Queen's Gardens, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
We just love these shots of Castle Hill from Queen's Gardens. Keep them coming!
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
We are so lucky to have such a gem perfectly located next to Townsville. Many locals surf ski across to Picnic Bay in the mornings before work or have a relaxing paddle around this island over a weekend. Are you interested in kayaking to Magnetic Island? Check out @wanderstories article of 'Townsville Adventure Groups'.
Bowling Green Bay National Park, St Margaret Creek, Palm Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
This is one of the bushwalking club's classic walks. The Terraces is the ever popular bush walk made popular due to @wanderstories.
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Have you heard of the Ladies' Route? It's aptly named The Ladies' Route because it was the track that 'female friends' took to visit the soldiers manning the Pillar Boxes on the top of Castle Hill during WWII. Read more on @Wanderstories.
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Have you rock hopped around The Strand.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Where is your favourite beach? Magnetic Island has some amazing beaches and beautiful clear waters.
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
We often dismiss the adventure of urban exploration, but there's much to have.
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Who's been to the top of Alligator Falls? Enjoy stunning views while relaxing in the refreshing infinity pools.
Cardwell, Kirrama Range, Cairns, Cassowary Coast, Girringun National Park, Far North Queensland, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Blencoe Falls has it all! With two drops and a total height of 320 metres; the longest drop being 230 metres. Girringun National Park
Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Looking back at Magnetic Island from Mt Marlow, Townsville Town Common Conservation Park.
Raspberry Falls, Townsville, Mount Fox, North Queensland, Australia
Who's been to Raspberry Falls yet? This is such a stunning multi-terraced waterfall system so close to Townsville. Thanks to @wanderstories for unearthing and providing directions to this magical place ❤️
Salt Flats, Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Bluewater, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The amazing Cape Pallarenda and the Town Common salt flats.
Cape Cleveland, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
There's a reason why Cape Cleveland is a @townsvillebushwalkingclub favourite. Every year they hike out to this magical place, share stories, wine, and stunning sunrises!
Frederick Peak, Hervey Range, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The Pinnacles at Hervey Range. What an epic sunrise capture! 🌅
Palm Tree Creek Lookout, Hervey Range, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Hervey Range has a lot of history attached to the place. Who's been out and explore the area? Microadventure
Magnetic Island, Great Barrier Reef, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
This lookout overlooks Rocky Bay and Picnic Bay. 🌿 💦
Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Cooling off in one of the hidden swimming holes of Paluma, about an hour north of Townsville
Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Townsville is a perfect place to explore with some many different activities to do! Townsville Micro Adventure
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Who's been to the top of Alligator Creek Falls?
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Alligator Creek Falls is totally worth the hike taking only a few hours just to reach the bottom of the falls.
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Who's been to the cliffs at Mt Stuart? Some of the best views around Townsville.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Time for adventure? We think so. What are your weekend plans?
Godwin's Peak, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
A 20 km round trip for these views from the top of Godwin's Peak
Town Common / Cape Pallarenda, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Fancy a walk? Why not hit the trails at Cape Pallarenda
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The wicked Magnetic Island has all out hearts. Now is a perfect time to get out and visit maggie while we have perfect weather.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island is such a gem and we are very lucky to have it on our doorstep.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
It's great weather for relaxing on the water :) Townsville
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
One of the many falls at The Terraces in Bowling Green Bay National Park
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
View from the top of The Cascades Bowling Green Bay National Park
Waterview Creek, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Jourama Falls is a popular place to visit and it's obvious as to why. With it's beauty terracing waterfalls, several swimming places, and being just north of Townsville, what else could you want?
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The stunning morning shine over Alma Bay, Magnetic Island.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Views from The Forts are worth the walk.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island's Allied Rock Wallaby
Roseneath / Wulguru Hills, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunset at Roseneath and Wulguru Hills. https://wanderstories.space/wulguru-hills/
Cockatoo Rock
Cockatoo Rock in Bowling Green Bay National Park https://wanderstories.space/cockatoo-rock/
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
This wild wreck that sunk in 1970s, hosts an amazing forest of mangrove trees... To admire it from a distance is a fascinating spectacle.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Bright Point on Magnetic Island.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Hinchinbrook Island, Townsville, Great Barrier Reef, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Hinchinbrook Island is just north of Townsville and is a protected area, part of the Hinchinbrook Island, the Great Barrier Reef and the Great Barrier Reef.
Sleeper Log Creek, Bluewater, Pine Creek, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Pine Creek on the BluewaterRange, Paluma
Cape Cleveland, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Hiking along the ridgeline at Cape Cleveland. What a great pace to explore Cape Cleveland Bowling Green Bay National Park
Salt Flats, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Bluewater, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Have you ever camped at CocoaCreek, SalmonCreek, or BarattaCreek? Salt Flats in Bowling Green Bay National Park
Sleeper Log Creek, Bluewater, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Overlooking Upper Sleeper Log Creek Nature Refuge from Forestry Road.
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
A spectacular sunset on Castle Hill
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Cape Cleveland, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Bowling Green Bay National Park is covers such a large area and we love it! The Cape Cleveland area provides a large place to explore and wander around. also do tours out to the tip of Cape Cleveland.
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Climbing the cliffs of Mount Stuart at sunrise with grand views across Townsville. Have you ever wander down to the cliff?
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The SS City of Adelaide wrecked in 1916 on Magnetic Island after being gutted by fire, the remains have now been taken over by mangroves. Creating new ecosystems through wreckage of ships is truly a beautiful sight. It's possible to walk out to the wreck at low tide.
Wallaman Falls, Townsville, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
There are many beautiful places around Townsville and plenty within a few hours drive. 🌴💦 Wallaman Falls
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island has our hearts and this capture showcases the island perfectly.
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Sunrise from Castle Hill! Good morning from Townsville!
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island is just as beautiful from above as on land! Why not visit it this weekend?
Wallaman Falls, Townsville, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
Wallaman Falls is a spectacular sight to see and only a couple hours north of Townsville. The Waterfall is notable for its main drop of 268 metres which makes it Australia's tallest single-drop waterfall. The pool at the bottom of the waterfall is 20 metres deep.
Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
The Paluma is truly something special and the best thing is it's only one hour north of Townsville!
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
With easily accessible bays and golden beaches, Magnetic Island is truly the place to chill, relax, and unwind. 🏝️
Castle Hill, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Townsville at night is something spectacular! A transition from daylight to twilight is a must see and Castle Hill never disappoints when it comes to getting the best 360 degree views of the city.
Little Crystal Creek, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Little Crystal Creek from a bird’s eye view! If you’re on the hunt for an epic road trip from Townsville this weekend, look no further! Paluma has it all with many spectacular lookouts and refreshing waterfalls. Unplug And Unwind 💦 🌿 See https://wanderstories.space/ for more information on this National Park.
Magnetic Island, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Magnetic Island is made up of many rocky boulders and can be quite a mission to hop around the bays. But sometimes you are rewarded with these amazing cliff jumping opportunities! Find more information about Townsville surrounds at https://wanderstories.space/
Godwin's Peak, Paluma, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Godwin's Peak is located in Paluma and provides some of the best views of the Paluma. Find out more information about at - https://wanderstories.space/
Alligator Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
This is Alligator Creek Falls, a 16km round trip from Alligator Creek, South of Townsville. 🥾⛰ Find more information about Townsville surrounds at https://wanderstories.space/
Wallaman Falls, Townsville, Girringun National Park, North Queensland, Australia
Wallaman Falls, just North of Townsville found in Girringun National Park. Find more information about Townsville surrounds at https://wanderstories.space/
Kirrama Range, Townsville, Far North Queensland, North Queensland, Australia
Blencoe Falls is a great getaway not far from Townsville. Located in the Kirrama Range in Kirrama National Park. Find out more information about at - https://wanderstories.space/
Mount Halifax, Townsville, Paluma, North Queensland, Australia
Mt Halifax is a great place for a swim but also have impressive views out to Townsville. Find out more information about at - https://wanderstories.space/
Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Have you ever been to 'High Camp'? Located in Bowling Green Bay National Park and known as The Terraces by local bush walkers. Find out more information about at - https://wanderstories.space/
Mount Stuart, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
Mt Stuart can be seen from all around Townsville and provides grounds for many of us outdoorsy beings with our weekend activities. Find out more information about at - https://wanderstories.space/