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Access and use by location
The ecological diversity and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef make it popular with locals and visitors.
Cairns Area Plan of Management
There are beautiful coral cays, islands and spectacular outer edge reefs offshore from Cairns, Port Douglas and Cooktown.
Cairns/Cooktown site specific management
As the Cairns/Cooktown section of the Marine Park attracts a large number of visitors and a variety of uses, there are a number of management layers to protect the region. 
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Far Northern site specific management
The Far Northern Management Area has lower recreational and tourism use than the southern areas and includes several iconic breeding and foraging grounds for a number of species.
Hinchinbrook Plan of Management
The Hinchinbrook Plan of Management helps protect and conserve the outstanding values of this world famous area while allowing for a range of experiences and uses in the Marine Park.
Mackay/Capricorn site specific management
The Mackay/Capricorn Management Area extends from Midge Point (south of Proserpine) to the southern boundary of the Marine Mark (north of Bundaberg). It is important to consider the rules for
Shoalwater Bay Plan of Management
Shoalwater Bay is an important seagrass habitat within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and is home to the largest dugong population in the Reef’s southern region.
Townsville/Whitsundays site specific management
To protect the values and balance multiple uses at a localised level, site specific management is required. It is important to consider the rules for these sites when planning your visit.