Claremont Isles National Park

Claremont Isles National Park comprises three main islands - Fife, Pelican, and Burkitt - surrounded by coral reefs and expansive seagrass beds. This marine landscape creates a valuable habitat for specialized wildlife and plant communities.

This protected area was established in 1989 by Queensland's environmental authority to safeguard marine and island ecosystems. The designation recognized the ecological importance of these islands and their surrounding waters.

Indigenous Australian communities have maintained deep ties to these islands across generations, weaving them into their cultural practices and knowledge systems. Visitors can sense this significance through the stories and presence that define the place.

The islands remain closed to the public to protect their natural environment, making conventional visits impossible. Those interested in the area typically view it from the water or explore nearby alternative reserves.

Burkitt Island serves as a key breeding ground for pied imperial pigeons, while Fife Island hosts populations of wedge-tailed shearwaters. These specialized bird species depend on the islands as critical habitats during their life cycles.

Location: Cook Shire

Operator: Queensland Department of Environment and Science

Website: http://derm.qld.gov.au/parks_and_forests

GPS coordinates: -13.93623,143.75631

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06