, Raine Island is jointly managed with Traditional Owners and is not accessible to the public. Approximately 620km north-west of Cairns, offshore from Cape York Peninsula There are currently no park alerts for this park. Need further information? Contact us

How big is the protected area of Raine Island?

Protected Area. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Raine Island is a vegetated coral cay that is 32 hectares in total area and is situated on the outer edges of the Great Barrier Reef, approximately 620 km (390 mi) north-northwest of Cairns in Queensland, Australia, about 120 km east-northeast of Cape Grenville, Cape York Peninsula.

Why is there a fence on Raine Island?

As well as saving turtles, the fencing is protecting seabirds and their nests and chicks from being disturbed by the turtles. Traditional Owners are playing in important role in caring for Raine Island and its animals, which provides enduring benefits for those communities.

What is being done to restore Raine Island?

Raine Island’s Traditional Owners the Wuthathi Nation and Meriam Nation (Ugar, Mer, Erub), Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and BHP are working with us to restore the island’s vital ecosystem. Together we’re… 1. installing fencing to reduce fatal cliff falls.