Horseshoe Bay Queensland

Horseshoe Bay is a town and suburb located on Magnetic Island in Queensland, Australia, known for its role as a major tourist and recreation hub. The area was originally called Bee-Ran until 1962. As of the 2021 census, the population of Horseshoe Bay stood at 611 people.

The history of Horseshoe Bay includes changes in naming and infrastructure development. The Horseshoe Bay Post Office operated from 1935 until its closure in 1982. Educational institutions, such as the Horseshoe Bay Provisional School (later renamed Horseshoe Bay State School), were established but closed in 1972.

Population figures indicate growth over time: 484 people in the 2006 census, 578 in 2016, and 611 in 2021. Educational facilities are not present in Horseshoe Bay; nearby options include Nelly Bay State School for primary education and Townsville State High School for secondary education.

Amenities in the area include several parks (Apjohn Street Park, Health Street Park, and Pollard Street Park) and a boat ramp at the intersection of Horseshoe Bay Road and Pacific Drive, managed by the Townsville City Council. Housing developments began in September 2006 on the southern part of the bay.

Horseshoe Bay is noted for its recreational and tourism significance, with historical and infrastructural details reflecting its development over time.