AGNES WATERS & TOWN OF 1770

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Welcome to Agnes Waters & Town of 1770
Imagine meandering along unspoilt beaches, exploring pristine National Parks or diving into adventures in the heart of the Southern Great Barrier Reef…the picturesque seaside towns of Agnes Water and the Town of 1770 offer everything you could ask for in a quintessential Queensland getaway!
Boasting uncrowded stretches of perfect beaches and offering access to some of the Great Barrier Reef’s most unspoilt coral cays and islands, the region serves up a smorgasbord of aquatic adventures. Spend a day snorkelling or diving in the company of dolphins and turtles, kayak your way through the pristine waterways of 1770, or drop a line to experience some of the finest and most accessible fishing spots Australia has to offer.
For the more intrepid adventurer, the region’s four national parks provide excellent opportunities to take a walk on the wild side with four-wheel driving, wilderness camping and hiking trails awaiting your discovery.
Here the climate is best described as perfect, with more than 280 days of sunshine each year. Located a leisurely five hours drive north of Brisbane but feeling a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of city living, it truly is the perfect holiday escape. This is the essence of Agnes Water and Town of 1770 – untouched, exclusive and pure!
The Town of 1770 is considered the birthplace of Queensland and is named after the famous landing of Captain James Cook and his crew from the ‘Endeavour’ who came ashore there on 24 May 1770.
Watch history come to life as the town commemorates this prominent event, by hosting the annual Captain Cook 1770 Festival. Popular with locals and visitors alike, the festival includes a foreshore re-enactment, followed by two full days of entertainment at the SES Grounds.
Developed in partnership with traditional custodians of the land, the Gooreng Gooreng people, the festival is designed to celebrate Cook’s legacy of exploration, while also encouraging the sharing of culture and the promotion of unity.