COOLANGATTA, Australia — Looking towards Pat Fagan Park on the headland at Coolangatta at dusk. Sometimes paired as "Twin Towns," Coolangatta and Tweed Heads, on the southern end of the Gold Coast, straddle the Queensland-New South Wales border.
Photograph by David Coleman. Coolangatta Beach is a picturesque coastal stretch located at the southern end of Queensland's Gold Coast, straddling the border with New South Wales. Named after the schooner Coolangatta, which was wrecked there in 1846, this beach has become an iconic destination for both locals and tourists alike. The beach is renowned for its pristine golden sands and clear waters, offering excellent conditions for swimming, surfing, and various beach activities. It's part of a series of connected beaches including Rainbow Bay, Greenmount, and Kirra, which collectively form one of the Gold Coast's most popular coastal areas. Coolangatta Beach is famous for its surf breaks, particularly at Snapper Rocks, which hosts international surfing competitions. The area is part of the Superbank, one of the world's longest and most consistent wave-riding locations, attracting surfers from around the globe. The beach is lined with Norfolk Pine trees, a characteristic feature of many Australian coastal areas. These trees, along with other coastal vegetation, provide shade and contribute to the beach's distinct aesthetic. The Coolangatta foreshore area includes several parks and recreational facilities, making it a popular spot for picnics, barbecues, and outdoor exercise. In the backdrop, the skyline of the Gold Coast can be seen, with its distinctive high-rise buildings that characterize much of the region's coastline. This juxtaposition of natural beauty and urban development is a hallmark of the Gold Coast's unique character. At dusk, Coolangatta Beach takes on a particularly enchanting atmosphere as the setting sun casts warm hues across the sky and water, creating a spectacular visual display that draws many visitors to witness the end of the day.
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Location: Pat Fagan Park, Coolangatta, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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