Here's a little information to help you plan your trip.
The Stanage Bay boat ramp at Thirsty Sound is 2-lane and well constructed. The Thirsty Sound Coast Guard is located right next door.
You are best to launch and leave the ramp within 3 hours of high tide due to shallow waters. Locals know the water level needs to be up to the second pylon on the left, for any craft larger than a small tinny. This will avoid hitting the concrete pillow that's at the end of the ramp.
Please reach us at bookings@stanagebayhouse.com.au if you cannot find an answer to your question.
The Bay House sleeps 11 guests in beds across 3 bedrooms.
Yes, there is parking for cars and boats at the front and the back of the house.
The Plum Tree Store on Banksia Street is open 7 days and can help you with fuel and gas, convenience items, meals and so much more.
Across the road from the Bay House, on Alligator Bay is an amazing Turtle Rookery. Nesting usually starts in the month of November with hatchlings finding their way down the beach to the water in the month of January. It's such a special experience.
Judging by the feedback we receive, any time is a fabulous time to visit Stanage!
Some people like to schedule their visits when the International Defense Force Training Exercises are on, for the entertainment served by heavy machinery, ships and aircrafts. Others enjoy festive seasons and public holidays to get away with family. The Winter months are always popular for fishing of course, but between the beaches, the river and estuarine system and of course the islands and ocean out wide, there is plenty to do all year round.
Stanage Bay is a small, remote location but most people find it has everything they need for their stay.
The Plumtree Store and Crab Pot Bar offers more than your standard convenience store and pub. You can also find petrol, gas bottle refills, Saturday coffee shops, showers, courier service to Rockhampton and takeaway meals.
You'll find specialty suppliers in Stanage like food-grade ice and fishing tackle and hardware.
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