Burrum Heads Beach

Tucked away where the Burrum River meets the sea, Burrum Heads Beach is a quietly beautiful coastal spot on the Fraser Coast that rewards those who seek it out. This laid-back beachfront village sits within the broader Great Sandy Biosphere — a UNESCO-recognised reserve spanning some 6,000 square kilometres of marine park, coastal wetlands and pristine waterways. The beach is the heart of the village, offering a relaxed setting for shoreline walks and time by the water. The Burrum River estuary provides a sheltered environment that draws visitors looking to fish or simply enjoy the riverside setting. Burrum Heads adjoins the Burrum Coast National Park, a protected coastal landscape worth exploring at your own pace. The national park also allows beach driving between Woodgate and the Burrum River — a draw for four-wheel-drive travellers venturing along this stretch of coastline. For whale watchers, Burrum Heads marks the eastern edge of a protected 6,000 square-kilometre zone within the Great Sandy Marine Park — the same waters where humpback whales travel each winter between July and October on their annual migration. The village's relaxed, low-key character makes it a welcoming base for families and nature lovers looking for a quieter corner of coastal Queensland.

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