High Island | |
Sobriquet: | Caparra Island |
Country: | Australia |
Country Admin Divisions Title: | State |
Country Admin Divisions: | Queensland |
Country Admin Divisions Title 1: | City |
Country Admin Divisions 1: | Frankland Islands |
High Island, in North Queensland, Australia is part of the Frankland Islands, 30 km northeast of Babinda, and 45 km southwest of Cairns.[1]
The Frankland Islands are teeming with permanent and migratory marine life, especially the green sea turtle which nests on the island. Normanby Island, part of the Frankland Islands group, offers a comprehensive reef system with a tropical island.
The islands are very popular with reef tour operators working from Cairns.
The alternative name for this island is Caparra Island.
The island was used as a filming location in Ocean Girl.