Scarness
Hervey Bay
Popular places to visit
Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum during your trip to Hervey Bay. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Urangan Pier
Stroll out to sea, drop a line in with the locals or just admire the views from this iconic and photogenic pier with views of Fraser Island.
Esplanade
Stroll along the scenic shorefront, check out the historic wooden pier or dine out in style on the esplanade of this tranquil coastal suburb.
Great Sandy Straits Marina
Explore the waterfront of Great Sandy Straits Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Hervey Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming cafes.
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden
A green oasis full of colourful flowers, shady trees and thousands of orchids awaits at these expertly maintained gardens in Hervey Bay.
WetSide Water Education Park
Bring the children to WetSide Water Education Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Hervey Bay. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
Top hotels in Scarness
Fraser Coast Top Tourist Park
Staff were helpful and friendly and our cabin had all we needed for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Woolshed Eco Lodge
Great staff, clean room, right by the beach.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sunseeker Motel
The room was very clean and well appointed. It had a microwave and plenty of crockery and cutlery.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Eden By The Bay
It is one of the best rooms i have stayed in it had quality essentials/ it even had a air fryer the furniture was modern and the carpet was fresh and new. I travel half the state so i get to stay in many places and this was the best. It was very clean. Staff where very friendly on check out too.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hervey Bay Seaside Studio Unit
Clean and comfortable rooms. The room had everything needed.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Bay Apartments
Well maintained
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scarness
Torquay
Torquay is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shelly Beach or Duggan Conservation Park.
Pialba
Pialba is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and WetSide Water Education Park.
Kawungan
While there might not be top attractions in Kawungan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre and Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Wondunna
While there might not be top attractions in Wondunna, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shelly Beach and WetSide Water Education Park.
Urangan
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Urangan. A stop by Shelly Beach or Great Sandy Straits Marina might round out your trip.
