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Things to do in Oak Beach
Life in Oak Beach revolves around the water. Whether it is swimming, snorkelling or simply lazing on the sand, Oak Beach is a secluded and calm stretch of water ideal for relaxation.
The scenic Captain Cook Highway which links Oak Beach to Port Douglas and Cairns, is one of the most beautiful coastal roads in Australia. Winding along cliffs and passing quiet beaches and bays including Thala Beach, Wangetti Beach and Ellis Beach, this stretch of coast offers great lookouts, walking trails and an endless number of spots for a swim.
Oak Beach is just ten minutes from the heart of the resort town of Port Douglas which offers fantastic shopping and dining and Oak Beach is also within easy reach of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.
History of Oak Beach
Oak Beach and the surrounding area was first settled by Europeans who cultivated the land for agriculture. Fruits, vegetables and sugar cane became the primary crops and many of these are still grown today in the district. Mining was also an important industry in the development of this stretch of North Queensland.
Today, tourism is the dominant industry in the region. Oak Beach and Port Douglas are a magnet for visitors and the town and region are heavily promoted holiday destinations.
Landmark in Oak Beach
The golden sands of Oak Beach are the town's most famous landmark. Sitting between the small sliver of low rise development and the Coral Sea, Oak beach is a gorgeous, two kilometre stretch of secluded beach where the rainforest meets the crystal clear water.
Oak Beach is one of many beautiful beaches in the region. Further south along the Captain Cook Highway, Thala Beach, Wangetti Beach, Ellis Beach and Palm Cove are all tropical paradises where it easy to find a spot all to yourself.
Oak Beach is also an ideal base from which to explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest and the Cape Tribulation National Park.
Shopping in Oak Beach
Port Douglas is home to a large shopping precinct centred around Wharf and Macrossan Streets. There are supermarkets, delis and speciality stores. The area is also gaining a reputation for high end shopping with a number of boutiques, art galleries and craft shops operating in the town.
Restaurants & Cafes in Oak Beach
Nearby Port Douglas has a wide range of dining options with a host of restaurants, cafes and bars many of which are located around Macrossan Street
Seafood is a speciality of the region and an abundant supply of it is available at shops throughout the district.
Sports & Fitness in Oak Beach
Ideal for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, diving and beachcombing, Oak Beach is a secluded tropical paradise where life revolves around the beach.
Nearby Port Douglas offers golf courses, tennis courts and bowling greens and there are a number of excellent bushwalks in the region especiallly in the Mowbray National Park.
Transport in Oak Beach
Oak Beach is a 40 minute drive north of Cairns along the Captain Cook Highway. Bus services connect Oak Beach with Cairns and Port Douglas and air, rail and coach services connect Cairns with Brisbane and other capital cities.
Transportation in Oak Beach
Oak Beach is 51 kilometres from Cairns and 13 kilometres from Port Douglas.
Real Estate & Design in Oak Beach
Situated on the Captain Cook Highway on the golden stretch of coastline between Cairns and Port Douglas, Oak Beach is a sleepy, tropical paradise surrounded by rainforest and the azure waters of the Coral Sea.
With its secluded beaches and proximity to the busy resort town of Port Douglas, Oak Beach offers the best of both worlds, perfect for that relaxing getaway. We have a fantastic selection of holiday accommodation in Oak Beach ranging from tropical beach houses to luxury waterfront villas all moments from the Coral Sea.
Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Oak Beach
Primary schools are located in Mossman and Port Douglas and Mossman State High School is the nearest secondary school. Mossman Hospital and Cairns Base Hospital are the two major hospitals in the area.
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