Hinchinbrook Island the land that time forgot is the largest oceanic island national park in the world.
Rising to 1121m in the center of the island are the jagged peaks of Mt Bowen just part this Jurassic Granite Island.
On the mainland side of hinchinbrook island some 16 creeks feed into the waters of Hinchinbrook channel along with another eight in missionary bay.
Fishing Tours visit most of these creeks from time to time where some great angling is available with the ruggered peaks of Hinchinbrook Island forming an unforgettable backdrop.
Deluge inlet is he largest creek system on the western side of the island with streams running well back to fresh water pools at the base of an impressive amphitheater of granite mountain peaks.
The pooled areas of these creeks are prime habitat for juvenile mangrove jack, javelin fish, bream, archerfish, trevally, tarpon and so many more.
Hinchinbrook Island is home to some 26 species of mangrove and many more sub species.
Prolific bird life inhabit the steep rainforest islands with large numbers of Torres Strait pigeons
Visiting the area each year.
Captain James Cook on his voyage of discovery along the Queensland coast in …..
Logged the peaks of Hinchinbrook Island as a large mainland mountain range.
Visiting anglers have a unique opportunity experience this unforgettable pristine wilderness.