Suttons Beach is a small, calm beach located a short drive from Brisbane. The beach is known for its tight, gritty sand and low tides, making it a unique spot compared to other beaches in the Sunshine or Gold Coast areas. Despite its smaller coastline, the beach offers beautiful ocean views and is a popular destination for sunrise watchers.
The beach is easily accessible with ramps and stairs leading to the sand. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls along the beach or on the boardwalk, with the option to walk all the way from Redcliffe to Sandgate across the bridge. The beach is also equipped with plenty of sitting areas and parks spread out along the walks, making it an ideal spot for family days out. Play areas and grass areas are also available for visitors to use.
Best restaurants near Suttons Beach include Redcliffe Tavern, Sutton Street Food, The Komo, The Rustic Olive and La Lanterna.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's scenic beauty and calm atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for leisurely strolls and family outings. The sunrise views and the well-maintained boardwalk that stretches from Redcliffe to Sandgate across the bridge are particularly appreciated. However, some visitors express dissatisfaction with the beach's quality, describing the sand as gritty and the overall atmosphere as lacking compared to other beaches in the area.
Most visitors to Suttons Beach often stay in the nearby towns of Redcliffe or Scarborough, which offer a range of accommodations including hotels and holiday apartments. These areas provide easy access to the beach and are well-suited for those looking to explore the broader Moreton Bay region.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 12.6°C/21.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 21.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 19.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.6 m |
| Rain Chance | 71% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:02/17:33 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 11.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.5 |
| Cloud Cover | 17% |
| Speed | 16.5 km/h |
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| Gusts | 37.4 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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