Beautiful Beach on the Coral Coast in the Bundaberg Region
Kellys Beach can easily lay claim to being the quaintest beach in the Bundaberg Region.
Situated to the south of Bargara Beach, its east facing stretch of sand only extends for 600 metres. But it offers plenty of opportunity to spam your Instagram wall with its pristine mix of gently-rolling waves, tidal pools and an extensive shoreline.
Backed by a row of quaint houses and holiday rentals on both sides of the main road, the idyllic family-friendly beach is a good spot for swimming, which you will be able to do under the watchful eye of the local surf lifesaving club. This takes place at a large tidal pool located at its northern section.
Smack in the middle of the beach is a shallow lagoon that runs through a narrow creek, into the ocean. To the south of this creek is a collection of boulders and low basalt promontories that are home to the several small ocean pools where you’ll find plenty of marine critters. At high tides, local anglers throw in a line off these rock flats, while kids love to explore them throughout the day.
When conditions are right you can also catch the odd wave here too. So, it is worth packing your surf board if you do come here. There is even an unofficial area for launching beach boats at the southern end.
However, most people that come to Kellys Beach spend the majority of their time soaking up the vitamin D on a towel or a fold-up beach chair.
About Kellys Beach
Kellys Beach is one of several beaches on the Bundaberg coastline near the Southern Great Barrier Reef that run from Burnett Head south to Elliott Heads.
It will take you about 20-minutes to drive there from the Bundaberg CBD and is a destination you can visit all year round. Once there, you should have no trouble finding free parking either in the main car park or the surrounding streets.
The beach is situated in front of the Bargara Golf Club and can be accessed from various points. You will find public toilets and drinking water available, and the nearest cafes and shops are less than a 10-minute drive away.
Kellys Beach Resort
While there are a few holiday homes in the adjoining streets, if you want to stay near the beach, the Kellys Beach Resort is your best bet.
Set on 5.5 acres of beautiful gardens, this 3.5 star, eco-certified resort is just a 2-minute walk from the sand. It offers a terrific selection of self-contained two bedroom units and villas that are perfect for families, couples and groups of five people.
The resort boasts a good range of facilities, including a heated swimming pool and children’s pool, a games room, spa and sauna, fully licensed restaurant and bar, tennis court and barbecue areas.
It also has a kiosk and tours desk that can book you on to excursions such as the Mon Repos Turtle Centre, Hinkler Hall of Aviation, and Bundaberg Rum Distillery, in addition to day trips to Lady Elliot Island or Lady Musgrave Island.
