Great Keppel Beach

The gently curving shoreline of Great Keppel Island’s main beach ticks all the boxes for a postcard-perfect tropical island getaway and is minutes from resorts.

Relax on the white-sandy shores of Great Keppel Beach, also known as Fisherman’s Beach, and gaze up at gently swaying palm trees framing the sky. The west-facing beach is met by gentle waves and features a magnificent reef on its southern edge. Experience the beach’s beautifully warm waters and go swimming, snorkeling or diving. Explore nearby Rosslyn Harbour for fantastic waterfront facilities.

The beach is bordered by a sandy point in the north, which curves 0.7 miles (1.1 kilometers) down toward the reefs in the south in a sweeping arc. As one of Great Keppel Island’s two main beaches, this beach is the center of many of the exciting adventures and experiences the island presents.

Step out from a laid-back waterfront resort and stroll along the beach’s soft, white sands. Stop by one of the watersports rental operators and plan your day of fun. Try stand-up paddleboarding or dive into calm waters that remain alluringly warm year-round. Grab your snorkel and fins to explore the magical world of Great Keppel Island Reef (Wop-Pa). Meet tropical fish and turtles face-to-face as you glide through their brightly colored coral world. If you’d like to find out about some of Great Keppel Island’s exciting dive spots, join a scuba-diving tour from Rosslyn Harbour and explore some of the island’s secret coves and hidden treasures. You can also book sightseeing cruises, sailing adventures and passenger ferries from this harbor.

Backed by resorts and the island’s runway, the beach is conveniently located near bars, restaurants and resort facilities. Grab a waterfront table and enjoy a cocktail with gorgeous views facing west over the water.

Fisherman’s Beach is within easy walking distance from most of the island’s west-coast destinations. Reach the beach by sailing into Rosslyn Harbor or catching a charter plane to the nearby landing strip. Keppel Bay Marina is a 30-minute ferry ride away. Explore the rest of beautiful Great Keppel Island to experience the tropical island’s fantastic bushwalking trails and Aboriginal cultural heritage.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Great Keppel Beach

Mount Archer National Park

Get a closer look at Rockhampton’s dramatic mountain backdrop when you explore the network of hiking trails that traverse the bushland plateau.

Capricorn Caves

Weave your way around a fascinating complex of caves, where you’ll find an eerie cathedral, a rock-climbing course and wildlife amid the geological wonders.

Rockhampton

Rockhampton is Akubra-donning, hand-on-heart, good old-fashioned country Queensland.

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo

Gaze in awe at towering fig trees or find tranquility amid the ferns in this heritage-listed garden, which also features a zoo that showcases native and exotic wildlife.

Agnes Water Beach

Hit the ocean swells on the most northerly surf beach on Australia’s east coast and explore seaside villages, scenic camping spots and pristine protected foreshore.

Hotels near Great Keppel Beach

Capricorn Resort Yeppoon

Farnborough Road

Rated 3.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Yeppoon, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Capricorn Coast National Park and Yeppoon Beach. Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Rosslyn Bay Resort

Vin E. Jones Drive

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Offering direct access to the beach, this Rosslyn aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kemp Beach and Rosslyn Bay. Pebble Beach and Keppel Bay Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Villa Mar Colina

34-36 Adelaide Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Yeppoon, this beach apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Beach. Capricorn Coast National Park and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Coral Inn Boutique Hotel

14 Maple Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Yeppoon hotel is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre and Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre. Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Beaches on Lammermoor Apartments

96-98 Scenic Highway

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Offering direct access to the beach, this Lammermoor apartment building is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Yeppoon Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Rosslyn Bay. Kemp Beach and Pebble Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Emus Beach Resort & Backpackers

92 Pattison Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Keppels and Singing Ship. Rosslyn Bay and Keppel Bay Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Bayview Tower

4 Adelaide Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Yeppoon, this beach motel is steps from Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Beach. Capricorn Coast National Park and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Oshen Holiday Apartments Yeppoon

33 Adelaide Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Yeppoon, this beach apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Beach. Capricorn Coast National Park and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Lamor Apartments

100 Scenic Highway

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Lammermoor apartment building is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Yeppoon Beach and Rosslyn Bay. Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre and Kemp Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Yeppoon Surfside Motel

30 Anzac Parade

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Offering direct access to the beach, this Yeppoon motel is steps from Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Beach. Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre and Capricorn Coast National Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Great Keppel Island Holiday Village

Lot 2 The EsplanadeGreat Keppel Island, Great Keppel Island

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Offering direct access to the beach, this The Keppels cottage is on the boardwalk and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Monkey Beach.

The Coast Motel

52 Scenic HighwayYeppoon, Yeppoon

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Taranganba, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre and Yeppoon Beach. Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

NRMA Capricorn Yeppoon Holiday Park

Wildin Way

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Mulambin, this holiday park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Keppel Bay Marina and within 6 mi (10 km) of Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre and Keppel Kraken. Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away.

Echelon Apartments

18-22 Anzac Parade

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Yeppoon, this beach aparthotel is steps from Keppel Kraken and Yeppoon Beach. Capricorn Coast National Park and Yeppoon Little Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Endeavour Inn - Emu Park

18-20 Hill Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Fishermans Beach and Emu Park Main Beach. Singing Ship and Ladies Beach are also within 10 minutes.