Statue Bay is a sheltered, rocky cove on the Capricorn Coast, just south of Yeppoon, offering easy shore-entry snorkelling over low-tide rock flats and fringing reef. The coarse sand and cobble beach gives way to shallow rocky reefs teeming with hard corals, colourful reef fish, and the occasional turtle — all within a few metres of the shore. Part of the Southern Great Barrier Reef region, this quiet spot provides a relaxed alternative to the busier island snorkel sites, with calm conditions prevailing on most days.
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Wave Height 0.1 mSwell Period 2.4 sWind Speed 3.9 knPrecipitation 0.0 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Marine stingers (box jellyfish)
Marine stingers (box jellyfish) are present in these waters during the warmer months.
Low risk: Slippery rocks at low tide
The beach has coarse sand and cobble with low-tide rock flats that can be slippery and uneven underfoot.
Low risk: Outgoing tide current
The area can experience strong tidal movements, especially near the rocky headlands.
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Statue Bay is located on the Capricorn Coast near Rosslyn Bay, about 5 km south of Yeppoon and roughly 30 km east of Rockhampton, Queensland. Access via Scenic Highway turn-off towards Rosslyn Bay Harbour.
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Limited roadside parking available near the beach access point.
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No fees for beach access.
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