Home Beach & Adder Rock, North Stradbroke Island

North Stradbroke Island, also known as Minjerribah, is home to some of the best beaches in the world, and luckily for us, it is only a 50-minute ferry ride away from Brisbane. Crowds flock to Cylinder and Main Beach year-round, but there are plenty of other options worth checking out on the island. Local secret Adder Rock boasts some of the best sunset views on the island - grab some fish and chips, scramble up the rock and settle in for an evening show as the last of the sun’s rays light up the long stretch of beach. On the other side of the rock, Home Beach is a dog-friendly delight, as well as being the access point for diving trips (see the nearby Manta Lodge for details). During whale-watching season (May-Nov), walk up to the highest point of the rocky outcrop (to the left of the small car park near the entrance to the campground) for unrivalled views of whales and dolphins. If you feel like staying the night there are plenty of nearby accommodation options, including Adder Rock campground.