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noreferrer\"\u003EDaydream Island\u003C/a\u003E. Fresh with memories of sea salted air in our faces and aqua blue water splashing on the sides of our hire kayak, we were standing at the checkout counter of a kayak store in \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/cannonvale\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECannonvale \u003C/a\u003E(near \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/airlie-beach\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAirlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E) making our best-idea-ever purchase.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-46990 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-691x518.jpg\" alt=\"Ariel View of Airlie Beach \" width=\"691\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-691x518.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-72x54.jpg 72w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-335x251.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/135541-1050x787.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nFrom that next weekend onwards, our kayaking adventures were made up of spectacular \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/The-Whitsundays\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWhitsunday\u003C/a\u003E nautical views. My favourite was launching from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/cannonvale-beach\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECannonvale Beach \u003C/a\u003Eand either heading port-side (left) out beyond Pigeon Island and exploring the coastline around Pioneer Bay up to Villa Botanica.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen we moved home to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E, Viking took our friends and family out on the calm waters of the Pumicestone Passage a grand total of two times and then took up lodging in my mum’s garage on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/Bribie-Island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBribie Island\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn an effort to become guilt-free about my kayak purchase I’ve put together a summer kayaking to-do list.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EMoreton Bay, Brisbane\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-47007 size-large\" title=\"Magnetic-island\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-691x460.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking through Horseshoe Bay \" width=\"691\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-1050x699.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/capture-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThere are a few kayaking spots in \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane/places-to-visit/moreton-bay-region\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMoreton Bay\u003C/a\u003E that are on my to-do list seeing as this aquatic playground is right on Brisbane’s doorstep.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESt Helena Island\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EI plan to launch from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/manly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EManly\u003C/a\u003E on Brisbane’s bayside for a picnic lunch on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/st-helena-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESt Helena Island\u003C/a\u003E and back again. There are short walking tracks on the island that you can walk without the need for a tour guide.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBrown Lake, North Stradbroke Island\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E‘\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane/places-to-visit/north-stradbroke-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EStraddie\u003C/a\u003E‘ is one of my favourite day trips from Brisbane. I’d love to team up my first-ever camping trip with a kayaking trip to the island. All I need to do is borrow some camping gear and pick which \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://youtu.be/0enKDYWRRO4\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ecamp site\u003C/a\u003E to go with!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EI’m keen to spot the teeming marine life around the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/tangalooma-wrecks-dive-site\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETangalooma Wrecks\u003C/a\u003E from above the water then grab a snorkel and swim with them!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ENoosa Everglades, Sunshine Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-47005 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/noosakayak-691x456.jpg\" alt=\"NoosaKayak\" width=\"691\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/noosakayak-691x456.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/noosakayak-300x198.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/noosakayak-335x221.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/noosakayak-1050x693.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nI think I’ll save the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/noosa-everglades-discovery\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENoosa Everglades \u003C/a\u003Efor a weekend after a particularly stressful week of work or life in general. This spot looks like it could relax the busiest of minds, simply by being there and watching the reflections dance on the water’s surface. Bliss!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EHorseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-47233\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayakhorseshoebay-461x691.jpg\" alt=\"Couple Kayak Horseshoe Bay\" width=\"461\" height=\"691\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayakhorseshoebay-461x691.jpg 461w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayakhorseshoebay-200x300.jpg 200w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayakhorseshoebay-335x502.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayakhorseshoebay-1050x1575.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 461px) 100vw, 461px\" /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nAfter spending New Year’s on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/magnetic-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E, I vowed to come back and spend more time exploring the island and adding it to my kayaking to-do list fits perfectly. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/horseshoe-bay\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHorseshoe Bay\u003C/a\u003E has every watercraft imaginable available for hire. You can also experience swimming on horseback. Very interesting!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ETorquay Beach, Hervey Bay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-47231 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/fatherandsonkayakinherveybay-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nKayaking is one of the easiest water sports to get out there and try. For beginners and families, hiring a kayak and exploring Queensland’s waterways and lakes at your own pace is a great way to extend your day at the beach. Kayak hire is budget friendly and includes all the safety equipment you’ll need. It’s also a great core workout that you don’t even realise you’re doing because it’s so much fun. Until the next day, that is.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDo you have neglected water sports equipment hidden away in your garage or shed? I dare you to dust it off and get out on the water. Summer is on its way!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is your favourite kayaking location? Let us know in the comments!\u003C/h2\u003E\n","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1346308116000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003EGet active and spend more time on the water this summer with our guide to the best paddling in Queensland. \u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"prime-paddling-7-spots-to-take-your-kayak-this-summer","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayak-e1505781914990.png","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/couplekayak-e1505781914990.png","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"Grab a paddle for this kayaking guide to Queensland","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"List"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/au/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Things to Do","url":"/content/teq/au/en/things-to-do.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Outdoor Adventure","url":"/content/teq/au/en/things-to-do/adventure.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Kayaking guide to Queensland","url":"/content/teq/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2020_BNE_MoretonIsland_Fitness.png","alt":"Moreton Island Kayaking | Kayaking guide Queensland","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sarah Bristow","resourcePath":"/content/teq/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2025-10-27T03:59:26.724Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/p/pZkvHY4rgWa9z9nLWRp2/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sarah Bristow"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EYou can cruise your way around the Sunshine State, quite literally, with a kayak. Waterways wind their way across Queensland, from the state’s top tip to southern borders, offering endless potential when it comes to kayaking opportunities. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/sports-and-recreation.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFitness and fun\u003C/a\u003E merge happily together in this kayaking guide to Queensland, which showcases the prime places to paddle across the state, no matter whether you’re a bona fide expert or simply learning the ropes. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGrab your paddle - you’re about to explore the waterways with this kayaking guide to Queensland. Read on for the prime paddling locations across the region.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESt Helena Island, Moreton Bay\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image659d0104-a70a-4a2d-8851-b49aacd1bfb3":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_MoretonBay_KayakingGuideQueensland","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_MoretonBay_KayakingGuideQueensland","alt":"Moreton Bay | where to kayak in Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image659d0104-a70a-4a2d-8851-b49aacd1bfb3.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1594784786934/2020-bne-moretonbay-kayakingguidequeensland.jpeg","uuid":"aad7e13a-3a6e-4e3b-a27e-93776f2e834b","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"2020_BNE_MoretonBay_KayakingGuideQueensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text45045bf9-4a29-4011-80cf-dca5461da322":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EConveniently within a hop, skip, and a jump of Brisbane’s CBD you’ll find the idyllic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/moreton-island.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMoreton Bay\u003C/a\u003E and resident St Helena Island. Don’t forget your kayak or rod for that matter - this is a haven for watersports and fisherman both. Launch your vessel from \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25fe4aeeeaaf773cf2885-manly\" target=\"_self\"\u003EManly\u003C/a\u003E on Brisbane’s bayside, gliding your way out to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2602d2880253d74c48766-st-helena-island-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESt Helena Island\u003C/a\u003E, the site of Australia’s first penal settlement, for a day’s exploration before making your way back to the mainland.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBrown Lake, North Stradbroke Island\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/north-stradbroke-island.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EStraddie\u003C/a\u003E, as it’s known to locals, is a beloved seaside escape for many a Queenslander. Thankfully for paddle fanatics, it’s also well-deserving of a spot on this kayaking guide to Queensland. Climb aboard your kayak and meander your way along the mangroves of Amity Point, out onto to the crystal clear waters of Point Lookout, Shag Rock and Myora Springs.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ECaloundra, Sunshine Coast\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E is renowned for its crystal-clear waterways and superb weather – perfect for venturing out on a kayak. \u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nHere you can explore \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-5b6937cb6e8ad9bc1f6b70c7-pumicestone--passage\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Pumicestone Passage\"\u003EPumicestone Passage\u003C/a\u003E and the surrounding area of the northern tip of \u003Ca title=\"Bribie Island National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da2d5f1565045da00db-bribie-island\"\u003EBribie Island National Park\u003C/a\u003E, one of the largest sand islands in the Southern Hemisphere. If you're short of a kayak, head to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/hire/p-5a9872e88e7ce34052d2be81-bills-boat-and-bike-hire\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Bill's Boat and Bike Hire\"\u003EBill's Boat and Bike Hire\u003C/a\u003E on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b261012cbcbe7073adb35a-golden-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Golden Beach\"\u003EGolden Beach\u003C/a\u003E and set off on your water adventure from there.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_MoretonIsland_Islands_MarkFitz_1398541.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_MoretonIsland_Islands_MarkFitz_1398541.jpg","alt":" Tangalooma Wrecks Moreton Island | where to kayak in Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1594784855927/2019-bne-moretonisland-islands-markfitz-1398541.jpeg","uuid":"af349212-2787-4b62-b1b4-055d5bbd0adf","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text135e5974-1261-4734-8a95-849d1d5769bb":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EMake way for the eastern side of Moreton Bay (by kayak of course) where you’ll find \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26595d5f1565045da8aca-the-wrecks-dive-site-at-moreton-island.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETangalooma Wrecks\u003C/a\u003E, a cluster of ships sunk many years ago by the local Government to provide safe anchorage for boats nearby. These days the wrecks are abundant in marine life - paddle alongside dolphins, wobbegongs and dugongs, above vibrantly hued coral. Equally popular with divers, try to remember to pack a snorkel.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENoosa Everglades, Sunshine Coast\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJoin an organised tour, or choose to take yourself on a self-guided adventure along the tranquil \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5876d11c4548c69913e9fbd9-noosa-everglades.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENoosa Everglades\u003C/a\u003E. Protected by the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2602e2cbcbe7073ada2af-cooloola-great-sandy-national-park.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Sandy National Park\u003C/a\u003E, this environmental sanctuary is home to more than 44% of Australia’s birdlife and thousands of plant species. Meander the tannin-coloured waterways, cooling off with a dip when required.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHorseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imagecc950655-9413-4e8a-9b0c-5ab4036bf47a":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_HorseshoeBayMagneticIsland_KayakingGuideQueensland","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_HorseshoeBayMagneticIsland_KayakingGuideQueensland","alt":"Horseshoe Bay Magnetic Island | where to kayak in Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagecc950655-9413-4e8a-9b0c-5ab4036bf47a.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1594785943557/2020-tsv-horseshoebaymagneticisland-kayakingguidequeensland.jpeg","uuid":"5a72989e-99d5-4059-8d4c-e217c9d709d2","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text369e4574-ea8d-4ff3-9f90-8fb01ff65cc7":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ENudging Townsville is the awe-inspiring\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260142cbcbe7073ad9fdf-horseshoe-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003E Horseshoe Bay\u003C/a\u003E, on the sheltered side of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25daa2880253d74c45177-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E. The capital of watersports for this region, so be prepared to share the water with fellow boating enthusiasts.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECruise your way along the foreshore, or seek the potential for privacy further afield, at one of the 22 other beaches that calls the island home.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBabinda Creek, Cairns\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA permanently flowing mountain stream trickling from Queensland’s highest peak is what forms \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5d76f04f91e870ab6a29569c-babinda-boulders\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBabinda Creek\u003C/a\u003E near Cairns. Adjoining the mighty \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5e000f4c0e466d426c2097aa-mt-bartle-frere\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMt Bartle Frere\u003C/a\u003E, this stretch of crystal-clear water fringed by rainforest is home to an array of fish, turtles and even platypus and is a firm favourite among families.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETorquay Beach, Hervey Bay\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imagec2109abe-cccb-428f-a187-42d07d33f828":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2020_FC_TorquayBeachHerveyBay_KayakingGuideQueensland","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2020_FC_TorquayBeachHerveyBay_KayakingGuideQueensland","alt":"Torquay beach Hervey Bay | where to kayak in Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/where-to-take-your-kayak-in-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagec2109abe-cccb-428f-a187-42d07d33f828.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1594786292683/2020-fc-torquaybeachherveybay-kayakingguidequeensland.jpeg","uuid":"073d2696-283a-4a51-85b6-491a94c5a979","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text9330cc87-3460-4e7c-a5fb-df1a34f92d52":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EMake way for the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFraser Coast\u003C/a\u003E, with your kayak of course. It’s here that \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2604d7b935fbe730dfc9c-torquay\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETorquay\u003C/a\u003E resides, a sandy stretch complete with jetty which has become a firm favourite for sailing, waterskiing and canoeing alike. Paddle your way to Torquay Reef, accessed off the beach at Nielsen Park, where you can dive and greet the local population of dugongs.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBrisbane City\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo kayaking guide to Queensland is complete without \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/best-places-to-kayak-brisbane.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ementioning the capital itself\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E. The mighty Brisbane River demands any kayaker’s attention - take yourself along the serpent which winds through the heart of the CBD or join a guided tour like those on offer at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25fa22880253d74c47a94-riverlife-adventure-centre--brisbane-outdoor-activities\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERiverlife Adventure Centre\u003C/a\u003E found at the base of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25fe3d5f1565045da2e98-kangaroo-point\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKangaroo Point Cliffs\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"editorial_card_carou":{"maxNumber":40,"region":"","town":"","title":"You may also like","componentID":"editorial-card-carousel_1082305318","areaName":[],"notch":false,"stamp":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/logos/BOQE-2026-Stamp_Teal.png","alt":null,"link":null,"quality":0.0},"goodToGo":{"src":"","alt":"","link":null,"quality":0.0},"publicClassificationPathKey":"diving-and-snorkelling",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-card-carousel","button":{"href":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure","label":"View More","target":null}},"spacer_217456899":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"subscription_form":{"layoutVariation":"fullWidth","componentID":"subscription-form_1944511757","steps":{"birthday":{"submitFailLabel":"Something went wrong. 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