Molle Islands National Park, Island nature reserve in Whitsunday Regional, Australia
Molle Islands National Park comprises several continental islands with open eucalypt forests, sheltered rainforest gullies, and grasslands that slope toward white sandy beaches and clear waters. The landscape features both dry forest zones and moist protected valleys.
The Queensland Government established this protected area in 1998 to safeguard the natural environments and wildlife of several continental islands. This action marked a significant commitment to preserving the region's biodiversity.
The Ngaro Aboriginal people shaped the islands through careful fire management over many generations, leaving behind stone quarries that visitors can still see today. These sites offer insight into how traditional inhabitants created tools and sustained the land.
The park is accessible by boat from Airlie Beach, with several camping areas offering basic facilities such as picnic tables and restrooms. Advance booking is recommended, and visitors should be prepared for changing water conditions.
The park supports around 211 animal species, including the coastal sheath-tailed bat and beach stone-curlew, both classified as vulnerable. These rare species depend on the specialized habitats found across the islands.
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