Point Lookout
QLD 4183 • Queensland
About Point Lookout
Point Lookout is a small coastal town and locality on the eastern shores of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), within Redland City, Queensland. The island is accessible via passenger ferry or vehicle barge from Cleveland on the mainland, making Point Lookout one of Queensland's most distinctive island communities. With a population of 785 at the 2021 Census and an area of approximately 4.4 square kilometres, it is a tight-knit locality that swells considerably during school holidays as visitors arrive from Brisbane and the surrounding region.
The headland is renowned for spectacular ocean views, whale watching between June and November, and the popular North Gorge Headland Walk offering some of the best cetacean spotting on the east coast. Main Beach and Cylinder Beach draw surfers and swimmers, while the small village strip provides cafes, a pub, a surf school, and essential supplies. Point Lookout appeals to those seeking a relaxed island lifestyle — permanent residents enjoy a quiet coastal community, while the island's natural beauty and beaches draw a steady stream of holidaymakers throughout the year.
Point Lookout falls under postcode 4183 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oodgeroo electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Redland City bus services — Dunwich (island township) and ferry terminal 20-35 min across island
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Vehicle barge and passenger ferry from Cleveland Quay operate regularly. A car is essential on the island.
The village centre is walkable for basic amenities, but a car or bike is needed to get around the island and reach the ferry.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bingle Road