Acheron Island facts for kids
Acheron Island and surrounds (click to zoom).
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| Location | Border of Halifax Bay and Coral Sea |
| Coordinates | 18°57′47″S 146°38′17″E / 18.963°S 146.638°E |
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| Population | 0 |
Acheron Island is a small, uninhabited island located in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef area. This island is found between two larger islands, Magnetic Island and Great Palm Island. It's a quiet place, with no people living there permanently.
Acheron Island
Acheron Island is one of the islands south of the Great Palm Island group. It sits about halfway between Magnetic Island and Great Palm Island. This makes it a notable landmark in the region.
Where is Acheron Island?
The island is located near the edge of Halifax Bay and the Coral Sea. It is east of a town called Rollingstone. Acheron Island is also north of the city of Townsville, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) away. Its position places it within a popular coastal area of Queensland.
Nearby Islands and Activities
Acheron Island is just north of Rattlesnake Island. Rattlesnake Island is known as a training area for the RAAF. Other islands close to Acheron Island include Herald Island, Bramble Island, and Cordelia Rocks. These islands are all part of the diverse marine environment of the Great Barrier Reef.
