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To help you make the most of your next trip, here are the beaches in the \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/the-best-islands-to-visit-on-the-southern-great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best southern great barrier reef islands\"\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E that are worth a visit.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb style=\"\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb style=\"\"\u003EBargara\u003C/b\u003E \u003Cb style=\"\"\u003EBeach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2019_BDB_BargaraBeachCaravanPark_Beaches_@nikital_89.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2019_BDB_BargaraBeachCaravanPark_Beaches_@nikital_89.jpg","alt":"Bargara Beach | Best beaches Southern Great Barrier Reef","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/beaches/best-beaches-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1668057603977/2019-bdb-bargarabeachcaravanpark-beaches-%40nikital-89.jpeg","uuid":"66ff20e1-2061-4767-8714-44b4d8169ded","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/nikital_89/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@nikital_89\u003C/a\u003E ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_248949861":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESay hello to Bundaberg’s main sandy stretch, \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263ca7b935fbe730e34c9-bargara-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Bargara\"\u003EBargara\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E. This is a particularly family-friendly stretch, thanks in part to the cluster of playgrounds and barbecues which fringe the sand. But it’s also one of the best beaches on the Southern Great Barrier Reef for surfers, \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/surfing/surfing-endless-stoke-best-surf-spots.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best surf sports Queensland\"\u003Eand ranks as one of Queensland’s most northerly options for catching waves\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMon Repos\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis 6 kilometre stretch of beach is famous for its turtle hatchings, which take place from October until April each year. But during the other six months of the year, \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25f432cbcbe7073ad8f3b-mon-repos\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Mon Repos\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E is considered one of the best beaches on the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Grab your swimwear and your boat - this place is not only popular for swimming, but sailing too.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWoodgate Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf seclusion is what you seek, make way for the township of \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e41aeeeaaf773cf078e-woodgate-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Woodgate Beach\"\u003EWoodgate\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E, \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/bundaberg/things-to-do-bundaberg.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do Bundaberg\"\u003E45 minutes south of Bundaberg\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E. Picture 16 kilometres of soft sand, nudging calm, clear waters and a cluster of bushwalking and 4WD tracks out back. Luckily if you don’t have to rush here you don’t have to - there’s a cluster of beach shacks and a popular caravan park should you want to spend the night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGladstone\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAgnes Water Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1034555649":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_AgnesWaterMainBeach_144037.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_AgnesWaterMainBeach_144037.jpg","alt":"Stand Up Paddleboarding at Main Beach","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/beaches/best-beaches-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1034555649.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1668057604013/2022-bdb-agneswatermainbeach-144037.jpeg","uuid":"bf398172-d78f-4f2c-afd4-c25fde5de706","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Agnes Water Main Beach",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2053094967":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EMidway between \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gladstone\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E and Bundaberg are the twin towns of \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/best-things-to-do-in-agnes-water-and-1770.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Agnes Water Seventeen Seventy\"\u003EAgnes Waters and Seventeen Seventy\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E. Not only are these idyllic locations beloved for their access to the neighbouring reef, but popular places to visit for avid fishermen and surfers alike. But if a leisurely lay on the sand appeals more, drop by the lifeguard-patrolled Agnes Water Main Beach, or the equally loved Chinaman’s Beach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb style=\"\"\u003ETurkey Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHeading further north, just 50 kilometres south of Gladstone, you’ll find Turkey Beach. While swimming is welcomed at the inlet by the boat ramp, this waterborne destination isn’t so much loved for its sand, but rather its fishing potential. The creeks, mangrove inlets and estuaries nearby are a favourite for crabbing, or catching the likes of Mangrove Jack and Flathead.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb style=\"\"\u003ELilley’s Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re a 4WD enthusiast you’ll no doubt already be well acquainted with Lilley’s Beach, the 1.7 kilometre sandy stretch accessible by beach highway only. A local favourite, this beach sits on Boyne Island which (like Tannum Sands) is perched on the south side of Gladstone CBD. 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And while flippers are encouraged, clothes are not - Long Beach is the only nudist beach on the island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKinka Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECalm, gentle waters make \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b26134aeeeaaf773cf4470-kinka-beach.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\" Kinka Beach \"\u003EKinka Beach\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E one of the best beaches in the Southern Great Barrier Reef for families. Just 15 minutes’ drive south of Yeppoon, this popular holiday destination sits within the seaside township of \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e727b935fbe730dd651-emu-park.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Emu Park\"\u003EEmu Park\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E, a place overflowing with amenities, shops and cafes included. 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