Brampton Island, Australia
Welcome to Brampton Island, Australia
Summary
Brampton Island is a part of the Cumberland Group of isles along the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland. This beautiful tropical getaway is situated 32 kilometers to the northeasters side of Mackay. Its total area is 770 hectares and there is no known aboriginal population for the island. Its postcode is 4802.
Surroundings
This tropical resort island is located offshore from Mackay. Brampton Island lies 50 kilometers south of Hamilton Island and 32 kilometers to the northeastern side of Mackay. The other isle groups included in the Cumberland Islands is the Whitsunday Group, the Anchor Islands, the Sir James Smith Group and the Lindeman Group.
Name Derivation and History
The history of the Brampton Island can be traced back in June, 1770, when Captain James Cook discovered the islands along the Queensland Coast. It was only in 1879 that the area was named Brampton Island. Each of the many group of islands included in the Cumberland Group of Islands were named individually. The names were derived from a particular town in the Cumberland Lake District. read more
Geography
The highest point in the island is called the Peak Lookout, which has a height of 214 meters.
Attractions
The Brampton Island resort, as well as many other resorts in the island, are the main attractions in the area. The Great Barrier Reef islands and the National Parks are other specific points of interest.
Transport
Getting to and from the Brampton Island can be done via Qantas, Virgin Blue or Jetstar Airlines. Australasian jets are also available, as well as a courtesy coach for boat transfers.
Recreation
Being a mainly holiday resort town, there are a lot of recreational activities that one can engage in at the Brampton Island. Sailboarding, tennis, golf, bushwalking, snorkeling, swimming and even archery are all available in one of the island resorts.
Alternative Places
Fraser Island, where the Kingfisher Bay Resort is located, is an alternative route for tourists which offer the same set of activities for travelers.
