St Helena Island National Park

The protected area spans 0.75 square kilometers, featuring mangroves, wetlands, and grasslands that support diverse native wildlife populations.

The island functioned as a maximum security prison from 1867 to 1932, with remnants of stone buildings and structures still visible today.

Aboriginal peoples maintained connections to this land before European settlement, utilizing its natural resources and maintaining traditional practices.

Access to the national park requires boat transportation from Brisbane, with guided tours available to explore the former prison structures.

The island contains Queensland's most complete collection of prison buildings from the colonial period, with over 100 archaeological sites.

Location: Queensland

Inception: 1979

Website: http://nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/st-helena-island

GPS coordinates: -27.39333,153.23167

Latest update: March 29, 2025 13:10