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Agnes Water & 1770
Where the surf meets the reef
Activities To Do & See In Agnes Water and 1770
There’s swimming, surfing, kayaking, fishing, snorkelling, dive trips to the Great Barrier Reef and shipwrecks to explore! Trips to Lady Musgrave Island on the Great Barrier Reef.
Local Events
Sunday Local Markets
Held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month at the SES Grounds, located between 1770 and Agnes Water. Often has local dog wash service.
Watch The Sunrise & Sunset at 1770 Lookout
One of only three places on the East Coast of Australia where you can watch the sunrise and sunset over the water.
Activities
Agnes Water Tennis
Address: 16 Bicentennial Dr.
Phone: 0409 971 401
Coaching Juniors from 4 years along with Court Hire, Fun and Fitness Classes, Group & Private Lessons and Adult Social Tennis
Ride The Larc
Website:
http://www.1770larctours.com.au/
Phone: 4974 9422
1770 Environmental Tours operates two Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo vessels with a capacity of 32 passengers each. These fascinating vessels, equally at home on land or sea were originally built for military use, predominantly for transporting troops and equipment in and around coastal areas
Scooterroo Tours
Website: http://www.scooterrootours.com/
An AWESOME 3Hr Motor Bike Tour where YOU RIDE our WICKED Chopper Motor Bikes and see ALL of the World Renowned Tourist Destinations of Agnes Water & 1770 in Queensland, Australia during one AWESOME afternoon as part of our “Bad Ass” Biker Gang !
Lady Musgrave Cruises
Website: http://www.1770reef.com.au/
Lady Musgrave Island and Lagoon is the only Island and lagoon combined in the outer Great Barrier Reef where the big vessels enter the Lagoon. It’s a true coral cay on the Outer Southern Great Barrier Reef.
Liquid Adventures – Kayak Tours & Hire
Website: http://www.1770liquidadventures.com.au/
Liquid Adventures is a well established kayak business. We have been operating in the Agnes Water area for well over 10 years and offer guided Kayak tours and Hire at affordable prices. Our experienced guides will show you the best this areas has to offer. You can cruise at a relaxed pace, discover new places, surf a wave on your kayak, spot dolphins or follow in Captain Cooks footsteps.
Lazy Lizard Surf School
Website: http://www.lazylizardsurfschool.com.au/
Our all inclusive half day learn to surf adventure will take you to the most pristine tropical beginner friendly surf beaches in Queensland. Our highly experienced male & female accredited coaches combined with the most successful and easiest surfing tuition, guarantees you will be standing up in no time. Our access via a sub tropical rainforest walk to a pristine learn to surf area means no crowds and gentle, safe, beginner friendly conditions. With brand new surfing equipment in our all inclusive package, 1 on 1 instructor to student beach and in water training and small group numbers, the keen to learn surfer is assured of the number 1 and most fun surf lesson in the area – GUARANTEED!
Learn to Surf – Reef 2 Beach
Website: http://reef2beachsurf.com/surf-school/
Queenslands best surfing location & surf school only $17 for 3 hours professional surf coaching. Reef 2 Beach have tutored over 20,000 people to surf. Back Packer travelers from all over the world have experienced learning to surf on un-crowded beaches with great wave conditions. Reef 2 Beach surf school is the original and the best surf school offering all its students a 10% discount on surf wear purchased from Reef 2 Beach Surf Shop giving people the opportunity to take home not only great memories but something to remind you of the experience of both learning to surf at Agnes Water beach and the great friends that you enjoyed the day with.
1770 Stand Up Paddle
Website: http://www.1770sup.com.au/
Stand up paddle surfing is a traditional Hawaiian sport which promotes balance, strength and general fitness. It is excellent for surfers and non-surfers alike, as it provides an isometric workout that strengthens your core muscle groups, while giving you a fun and exciting way to view the stunning waterways of 1770.
Silver Dolphin Charters
Website: http://www.silverdolphincharters.com/
Anchoring can be anywhere from Lady Musgrave Island to North Reef Island in the Capricorn/Bunker groups of coral reefs and islands, Fitzroy Reef area, being central, is the most used on shorter trips. On departing 1770 it is about a four hour sea trip to the first fishing area west of the reef.
Agnes Water/1770 Bait & Tackle
Website: http://www.1770baitntackle.com/
The Towns of 1770 and Agnes Water provide the visiting fisherman with a huge selection of fishing options. Anything from rock fishing for large pelagic species such as Mackeral, Tuna, GT’s, Golden Trevally as well as the occassional Sailfish and small Black Marlin. Estuary fishing for Mangrove Jack, Barramundi, Queenfish etc to some of the best offshore fishing available. Offshore species include Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Sweetlip, Snapper and the list goes on
1770 Fishing
Website: http://www.1770fishing.com/
Based out of the Town of Seventeen Seventy & Agnes Water, you will be fishing out of a comfortable 10 Meter, wide bodied, Cougar Cat. We will quickly have you out on the fishing grounds targeting a wide range of fish, such as Red Emperor, Coral Trout, Spangled Emperor, Spanish Mackerel tusk fish husser. Our goal is to make your day as simple and enjoyable as possible. We supply our customers with quality Shimano fishing gear, to ensure that big one won’t get away! Our team will happily tie your knots and bait your for you. All bait & tackle is supplied onboard.
Hooked On 1770 Adventure Tours
Website: http://www.1770tours.com/
Hooked on 1770 Adventure Tours offer both full and half day offshore fishing charters, catering to both the individual fishermen and group bookings. There are many deep water reef areas within 15 nautical miles of 1770, and these are our prime fishing grounds.
Town of 1770 Golf Course
Website: http://www.1770golf.com.au/
Experience the serenity of the Seventeen Seventy Golf Course. Set on 68 acres and surrounded by natural bushland and wildlife it offers a unique relaxed atmosphere close to the magnificent coastline of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy.
1770 Bowls Club
Website: https://www.facebook.com/1770-Bowling-Club-Qld-1488227371437880/
Liquid Adventures is a well established kayak business. We have been operating in the Agnes Water area for well over 10 years and offer guided Kayak tours and Hire at affordable prices. Our experienced guides will show you the best this areas has to offer. You can cruise at a relaxed pace, discover new places, surf a wave on your kayak, spot dolphins or follow in Captain Cooks footsteps.
Horizons Kangaroo Sanctuary
Website: https://horizonskangaroosanctuary.wordpress.com/
Horizon Kangaroo Sanctuary is a institution dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of orphaned joeys.
In the Sanctuary kangaroos are free, and most of them have been reintroduced to the wild again.
Come and visit us and live an experience like no other.
Places To Visit
Agnes Water Historical Museum
Website: https://www.visitagnes1770.com.au/places/agnes-water-museum/
We celebrate the landing here by Lt James Cook with copies of journals, logs, charts, a model of HM Bark Endeavour, and much more.
The Captain Cook Monument
Website: https://www.visitagnes1770.com.au/places/captain-cook-monument/
A cairn commemorates the first landing of the “Endeavour” in Queensland at Bustard Bay. It stands on the site where one of Cook’s crew carved the date on a tree near where they came ashore.
1770 Distillery
Website: https://www.1770distillery.com/
1770 Distillery was established as a Boutique Distillery to utilise the locally grown fruits of the area and to provide a unique experience for both locals and tourists.
Restaurants and Bars
Agnes Water Tavern
Phone: 4974 9469
Website: http://agnestavern.com.au/
Round Hill Road across from the Agnes Water Central Shopping Centre
Beach Comber’s Cafe
Phone: 4974 9741
Website: https://www.1770campingground.com.au/
Captain Cook Drive in the 1770 Campground in Town of Seventeen Sevenity
Cafe Discovery
Phone: 0431 035 010
Website: https://www.visitagnes1770.com.au/places/cafe-discovery/
Round Hill Road in the Agnes Water Central Shopping Centre
Cody’s Place
Phone: 4974 7004
Website: https://www.codiesplace.com.au/
Agnes Street near the entrance to the town beach
Getaway Garden Cafe & Boutique
Phone: 4974 9323
Website: http://www.1770getaway.com.au/
Corner of Springs Road and Bicentennial Drive
Drift & Wood Bistro & Bar
Phone: (07) 4837 7199
website: https://www.sandcastles1770.com.au/drift–wood-bistro–bar
Captain Cook Drive I Onsite at Sandcastles1770 Motel & Resort
Plantation Bar and Restaurant
Phone: 4902 1655
Website: http://www.lagoons1770.com.au/plantation/bar-and-restaurant
Captain Cook Drive between Agnes Water and 1770 in Lagoons Resort & Spa
Walking Tracks
1770 Headland And Lookout Walk
Level: Moderate
This trail starts from the parking area at 1770 Headland and goes to and from the lookouts, Approximately 15 minute and is an easy walk. Spectacular views of the Town of 1770 and the sandbars that form Bustard Bay.
This walk is great for sunsets: Sunset Times for 1770 & Agnes Water
1770 Butterfly Walk
Level: Moderate
During Autumn & Winter each year, the 1770 Butterfly Walk is overwhelmed with hundreds of thousands of butterflies! The walk is a very beautiful and easy 15-25 minute walk that starts at the Captain Cook Monument in the Town of 1770. To get there; it’s a 5 minute drive from the main town, a 30 minute bicycle ride on one texof our hire bikes, or a $15 (approx) taxi ride one way. It is best from March-June every year to see the Blue Tiger Butterflies.
Discovery Trail
Level: Moderate
Park your vehicle at the Community Centre, which is located at the rear of the Museum on Springs Road, Agnes Water. Alternatively, it is a short 1 kilometre walk from the centre of Agnes Water. The Discovery Trail map is located in the Parking area at the Museum (make sure you visit – it’s just $3 entry!). The trail meanders through bush to the Agnes Water Lookout and takes approximately 25 minutes round trip. The lookout overlooks Agnes Water Beach and Workman’s Beach. Spectacular scenery and breathtaking views.
Paperbark Forest Board Walk
Level: Moderate
The Paperbark Tail walk is an easy 15 minute loop opposite the entry to Springs Beach, Agnes Water. The Paperbark Trail has stepping stones, a wooden boardwalk and is home to some of the most spectacular Paperbark Trees and many creeping vines, butterflies and many amazing wonders! Allow some extra time for all of the photo stops.
Red Rock Trail
Level: Intermediate
This trail is located south of Agnes Water. A reasonable level of fitness is required for this track as there are some steep inclines. Take water with you. Follow Springs Road travelling south for 3.2 kilometres enter the sandy track on the left, which is opposite the Reedy Creek Reserve sign. Follow the track for 800 metres and park near the trees. Lock your vehicle and take your valuables with you. The walking track consists of a boardwalk, sand, beach and stepping stones. The beaches and the scenery are superb! You may even sight turtles and a dolphin or two. The track is to the right as you enter the beach and to Red Rock will take a good hour of walking or several hours if you wish to stop, view the scenery or take a swim. Two housing estates Rocky Point and Sunrise at 1770 are located in this area. There are signs that indicate “Private Property” – entry is not permitted…. please respect people’s privacy.
Agnes Water Beach
Level: Intermediate
The beach trail is 5.5 kilometres long, great for walking at low tide. Enter via the foot bridge near the parking area at Tom Jeffery Park at Agnes Street. Look out for pretty seashells, washed up coral from the iconic Great Barrier Reef, dolphins, turtles and large schools of fish.