It is also a much sought-after destination in itself for those seeking a bush camping experience on the beach.
[4][5] The Singapore-registered cargo ship Cherry Venture ran aground here on 8 July 1973.
Its rusting hulk was removed in 2007 as being too dangerous to the many tourists who loved to climb through it against all warnings.
The stainless steel propeller rests at Rainbow Beach as a monument.
[7] The cliffs are up to 200 metres in height and the sand is in a range of colours, created through natural combinations of iron oxide and vegetable dyes.