Destination Fraser Coast
Our Region
The home of World Heritage-listed natural gems
Welcome to our backyard, Queensland’s Fraser Coast. It’s the home of World Heritage-listed natural gems, unique diving experiences, safe and secluded beaches, the number one place to watch humpback whales play and extensive military history. Whether you are looking to explore the world’s largest sand island, K’gari (pronounced 'GAH-ree') formally Fraser Island, coral cay Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, a relaxing beachside holiday with the kids or uncover the rich military past of Maryborough – the Fraser Coast has something for you.
(extracted from https://www.visitfrasercoast.com)
Top Spots
Searching for the perfect spot to host your ceremony or take your wedding pictures? Do we have some seriously stunning spots for you.
Hervey Bay Botanical Gardens
There are 7 locations to choose from within the Gardens. They are well maintained and only 1 booking per day is accepted for weddings.
-
Bush Chapel
-
Moongate
-
Chinese Gardens
-
Valley
-
Labrynth
-
Pontoon
-
Lake
Hervey Bay
Foreshore Parks & Green Spaces
Gatekers Bay to Point Vernon Foreshore Reserve, Scarness, Torquay and Urangan
-
Black Stump Park
-
Esa Park
-
The Gables - timber deck
-
Other sites are identified by the corresponding cross street of the Esplanade - e.g. opposite Brighton St
-
The Pines
-
Scarness Park - timber deck and jetty
-
Bill Fraser Park - Timber deck
-
Quota Park
-
Torquay Jetty
-
Fraser Lions Park - timber deck
-
Pier Park - sheltered area
Hervey Bay
Sandy Spaces
Some beach sites around Hervey Bay - Tide times are essential.
-
Urangan - from Break Free Resort, to the Waterfront Restaurant, to the Urangan Pier
-
In front of the Sailing Club, Torquay Beach to in front of Aquavue
-
Tooan Tooan Creek, large sand flat
-
Esa Park, several locations tucked away down paths through the foliage
-
Col Gardiner Memorial Park, grassed area
Hervey Bay
Dayman Park
Two locations for Dayman Park
-
Upper Dayman Park with a lookout over the bay
-
Lower Dayman Park - a larger area close to the beach for photo ops
Maryborough
Queens Park
4 locations to choose from in a well maintained, stunning, historical park
-
Lagoon
-
Rotunda
-
Wishing Well
-
Bush Chapel
​
Maryborough
Parks & Green Spaces
Truscott Park
Large Grassed Area on the Riverbank
Elizabeth Park Rose Gardens
4000 Rose bushes to beautify your wedding day
Portside
2 areas to choose from - arrival on the Mary Ann Steam Train is an option
Original Maryborough Site
Natural area of grass, trees and river views
K'gari (Fraser Island)
Kingfisher Bay Resort
-
Sunset Beach
-
Secret Garden
-
The Atrium
Surrounds
Other spaces nearby
Surrounding Hervey Bay
-
Fixter Park - Toogoom - Beach Area
-
Traviston Park - Burrum Heads, Bush Chapel Structure
-
Lions Park - Burrum Heads, close parking, near the boat ramp
-
River Heads Reserve - River Heads, nature reserve and ocean views
Further Afield
-
Rainbow Beach - Phil Rogers Deck, overlooking Double Island Point
Imagery sourced via the following channels;
The Prop People // Visit Fraser Coast website // Fraser Coast Regional Council website //
TripAdvisor website // POI website