Queensland, East Coast of Australia, Australia

Kellys Beach

Kellys Beach is a sandy beach located in Bargara, known for its wonderful atmosphere and ambience. The beach offers a unique feature of having a beach side and a calm waterway, making it a suitable destination for both children and adults. The gradient levels within the waterway make it family-friendly. The beach is also equipped with great amenities including barbecue areas and a takeaway van for treats.

The beach is characterized by clean sand, lifeguards, shark nets, and clean water. However, it's important to note that it experiences extremely variable tides and evidence of sand loss from past storms can be observed, which has undercut trees and exposed more rocks. Despite these natural challenges, the beach remains a beautiful location with scenic views.

Discover accommodation options just steps from Kellys Beach, where you can enjoy stunning sunrises over the Pacific Ocean.

Visitors can easily access the beach by foot, with accommodations such as Airbnb rentals available just 30 meters away. The beach offers a unique opportunity to witness amazing sunrises and sunsets overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Despite its popularity, the beach does not seem to be overly crowded, offering a peaceful environment for visitors.

What to do at Kellys Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Kellys Beach include Kacy’s Restaurant, KBR's Licensed Restaurant, Greg's Kitchen and Casablanca on See.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the wonderful atmosphere and ambience of the beach, with its family-friendly gradient levels within the waterway and great amenities. They particularly enjoy the clean sand, lifeguard presence, shark nets, and beautiful scenery. However, some visitors complain about the ordinary brown sand and extremely variable tides, with evidence of sand loss from past storms.

Where to Stay near Kellys Beach?

When visiting Kellys Beach, many visitors choose to stay in the nearby town of Bargara, which offers a variety of accommodations, including Airbnb rentals just 30 meters from the beach. This proximity allows guests to enjoy the beach's amenities and scenic views with ease, making it a perfect spot for those who come specifically for the beach experience.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Kellys Beach?

Latitude: -24.8229372 / Longitude: 152.4663756

Kellys Beach is located in Queensland. The following map of Kellys Beach shows the exact location.

Kellys Beach: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, October 26, 2025
Today at Kellys Beach is shaping up to be an average beach day. There's a slight chance of rain showers, so keep an eye on the sky. The wind might be a bit strong at times. The sea temperature is a pleasant 26.7 °C, ideal for a swim. The waves are moderate. The maximum air temperature will reach 30.6 °C. With a UV index of 9, remember to apply sunscreen regularly.
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Air

Low / High23°C/30.6°C
Feels Like (High)33.6°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.7 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance28%
Rainfall0.3 mm
Rain Duration1 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:06/18:01
Sunshine Hours11.2 hrs
UV Index9.15
Cloud Cover67%
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Wind

Speed25.3 km/h
Gusts51.1 km/h
DirectionN

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