Magnetic Island, also known as Yunbenun, lies near Townsville within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The Queensland national-park guide (opens in a new tab) is the best starting point for park-based planning.
The Traditional Custodians of Yunbenun are the Wulgurukaba. Learn from the park’s Traditional Custodian material and the Reef Authority’s Traditional Owners guidance (opens in a new tab); respect Country, cultural places and site directions.
Plan walks and water activities with the Queensland visiting-safely guidance (opens in a new tab) and use Forts Junction information (opens in a new tab) for trail-network context. Carry water, choose tracks that suit your group, observe marine-safety guidance and never assume conditions are stable.
Before leaving, check Queensland park alerts and warnings (opens in a new tab) for closures, weather and access changes.
Sources last validated: 1 September 2026.