Welcome to Cardwell!

Discover the wonder and magic of Cardwell and Hinchinbrook Island for your next holiday!

With a range of fabulous attractions and tours, friendly locals and accommodation options to suit everyone, there’s never been a better time visit Cardwell.

Cardwell is ideally located along the Bruce Highway half way between Townsville and Cairns and is a popular stop over for visitors.

The town sprawls along the foreshore and offers magnificent views of the Coral Sea and the world famous Hinchinbrook Island which at an enormous 39,900ha is Australia’s largest island National Park.

Surrounding Cardwell visitors can discover a vast natural wonderland, including waterfalls, fresh water swimming holes, wilderness walking trails and mountain views, all uniquely lodged between two world heritage listed areas – the Wet Tropics and the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Areas.

Natural Attractions

Cardwell has many natural wonders to visit & explore during your stay in beautiful Cardwell by the Sea.

Cardwell’s foreshore as undergone a major reconstruction after cyclone Yasi hit in 2011. The foreshore is now a popular place for locals and tourist, with beautiful BBQ areas and parks and playgrouds for the whole family to enjoy!

Visit the Cardwell Attractions link below and view a full list of Cardwell’s natural attractions and other facilities.

Cardwell Services

Enjoy a coffee whilst over looking the mighty Hinchinbrook Island at one of the great coffee shops!

The drive into Cardwell along Victoria Street is idyllic and is dotted with a variety of cafe’s, bakeries, clothing shops and so much more.

Cardwell has much more than meets the eye! For a small seaside town, you will be surprised at just how many businesses are here.

Visit the Cardwell Services link below and view a full listing of Cardwell’s businesses.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
LOCAL SERVICES
Camping

Everyone enjoys camping and the outdoors….right? And North Queensland is home to some of the most spectacular, remote camping locations …

Hire Gear & Sales

Are you an experienced hiker on holiday in Cardwell, but didn’t want to lug your hiking equipment with you?  You can hire hiking/camping …

Waterfall Tours

Some of the best waterfalls in North Queensland are within day tripping distance of the Cardwell and Hinchinbrook region. We have tours to many …

Adventure

Adventures of all types! Whether your idea of adventure is on the water, mountain top, or in the sky, Cardwell, Cassowary Coast and the …

Fishing

Fishing is the largest recreational activity in Australia and North Queensland. Cardwell and Hinchinbrook areas has fishing in spades! From …

Hiking

The Cassowary Coast & Hinchinbrook Region is home to some great walks and hiking trails including the world renowned Thorsborne Trail …

Fishing

Love fishing?

Hinchinbrook is renowned for its great fishing, both in the Hinchinbrook Channel and on the Great Barrier Reef.

Hinchinbrook Island Cruises can arrange estuary or reef fishing charters, or visit Master Bait Fishing and Tackle to get all the gear you need for your next fishing trip.

Cardwell Markets

Local souvenirs & the homemade

Cardwell offers two monthly markets:

  • the Jetty Markets (4th Saturday of the month), and;
  • the Coral Sea Markets (1st Saturday of the month).

Further information about the markets can be found on the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website.

“Cardwell, Hinchinbrook & the Cassowary Coast have many attractions! Start exploring today!”