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Radical Bay – Balding Bay loop from Horseshoe Bay

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Queensland

Radical Bay – Balding Bay loop from Horseshoe Bay

Easy

4.7

(3)

hikers

Radical Bay – Balding Bay loop from Horseshoe Bay

01:01

3.25km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Magnetic Island National Park

Cleveland Bay - Magnetic Island Dugong Protection Area

Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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542 m

Beach

1.58 km

Radical Bay

Highlight • Beach

Definitely make a stop at Radical Bay. Don't forget your towel, sunscreen, bottle of water and sandwich.

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1.69 km

Balding Bay

Highlight • Beach

For me one of the most beautiful little bays of Magnetic Island. It can be reached either by boat or on foot via a partly adventurous, stony path, which could …

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3.25 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.96 km

176 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.34 km

334 m

138 m

137 m

108 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 3 September

24°C

21°C

0 %

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