Stanage Bay - the Last Fishing Frontier with a Paradise location as a bonus
Stanage Bay area is commonly known as paradise, and Stanage Bay Fishing Accommodation rental properties are located in the Beverly Hills area, which is the best place to anchor yourself while you fish, sightsee, adventure and rest.
Being slightly away from the hustle of the town centre, our quiet location is so close to the best beaches and sea breezes that Stanage has to offer, with every property having plenty of off street parking for all sized groups.
The place to stay while at the bay.
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Stanage Local Area
Stanage Bay is a small township located approximately 75km North east of Rockhampton.
To travel by motor vehicle, head north from Rockhampton along the bruce highway approximately 75km (150m past unused old servo) then turn right onto Stanage Bay Road. This road is now 100km to the Stanage township with approximately 40km of dirt.
The Stanage road is an adventure in itself; keep an eye out for the magnificent abundance of birdlife and animals that can be viewed at times. From the odd turtle trying to cross the road, to emus, pigs, echidnas and snakes - the typical country road. Whilst all the time be aware that it is an partially unfenced gravel road and care should be taken to drive to the conditions, with cattle and kangaroos a constant reminder that you are driving into the carefree lifestyle of Stanage Bay which some refer to it as “THE LAST FRONTIER”.
Once crossing the last grid and hitting bitumen again you will find that Stanage is broken up into three villages; Alligator Point (Beverly Hills Turn right into Landsberg road approximately 100 mtrs past grid. This area boasts the highest lookout with easy access to some of the prettiest and rarely used beaches you will see. Whether fishing or lazing, Alligator Bay and Spider Bay are a must to explore and spend some time on. You will find our Ofishal Unit at 4 Smith Street, where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery and get the true readings of our sea breezes.
Continuing along the Stanage/Banksia Road approximately 700m is Happy Valley. Turn right into Barramundi Street, this is another parkland and entrance to the centre of Alligator Bay.
Continuing along the Stanage/Banksia Road takes you into the shopping mall of Stanage. This is the Plumtree area. Here you will find the Plumtree Store supplying basic groceries, diesel and unleaded fuels, gas, and the ever popular licensed Crab Pot Bar for those with a thirst.
Just up the road from this you will find Stanage Bay Marine. This is another well known entity of Stanage. Here you can purchase all your reasonably priced bait and tackle requirements for the local area as well as gift and camping necessities. Or just go to the store and browse, there will be something in there for everyone. Stanage Bay Marine also has a boat storage yard where you can leave your boat for a nominal cost to save you hauling the boat up and down the highway as we locals at Stanage are sure you will want to return.
Endeavour Park is along the foreshore opposite the “MALL”. This is also the landing area for the Careflight helicopter and where we remember and pay tribute to our fallen servicemen .
Further along is the two lane boat ramp and trailer parking facilities, and the Coast Guard shed with their fleet of boats ready for distressed boaties emergencies. This is a great volunteer organisation and donations are always gratefully received, or enquire with them and find out how to be an associate member.
The boat ramp leads to either Thirsty Sound, named by Captain Cook due to not finding fresh water, great for catching the renowned Stanage large mud crabs and estuary fishing, or head outside and chase many species of reef fish and pelagic including Spanish mackerel.
The two lane concrete boat ramp is tidal and most of the estuary is not surveyed so please speak to a local or at least view the waterways from the boat ramp at low tide to give you some idea of the tide height difference and calculate when you will be able to launch and retrieve your boat.
Coast Guard Thirsty Sound channel 81 gives local weather forecasts at 6.33am. This is a totally volunteer-manned operation with their crew working tirelessly to keep an eye on us boaties. Please do not “chatter” on channel 81 and certainly not after 8pm or before 6.45am as these volunteers listen on a constant watch.
For those without boats or just wishing to, try fishing Porters Creek or meander along one of the many close pristine beaches keeping watch for shells and other treasures that may be found.
Upon departure please leave only your footprints on the Beaches.
Stanage Bay Mud Map
