Some 6 kilometres north of Agnes Water is the Town of 1770, so named after the visit of Lieu. James Cook in May 1770. This was Cook's second landfall in Australia, the first in Queensland so giving rise to the area's claim to be the birthplace of Queensland. Bustard Bay, Round Hill Creek, the white beaches, crystal clear water and landscape have changed little since that day in May 1770. Take the drive out to Round Hill Head for the magnificent view north over Bustard Bay to Bastard Head or back over 1770 and Round Hill Creek to the mountains of the hinterland.
Fishing is great either in Round Hill Creek or out on the offshore reefs.
Great Barrier Reef and fishing cruises are available from here. An amphibian Larc operates adventure trips to nearby secluded beaches, estuaries and National Parks. Eurimbula National Park Joseph Banks collected plants from the diverse vegetation communities of the area. Here broad sandy beaches are backed by low dunes. The road access is about 10 kilometres before Agnes Water, turn left and the park entrance is a further 4 kilometres.