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Yanks Jetty looks postcard-perfect but it’s hiding a plot twist. During World War II, this Orpheus Island site hosted a degaussing station, where Allied ships (including U.S. Navy vessels) were demagnetised to reduce the risk of triggering magnetic mines.
Today, the jetty features a pontoon and ladder that makes snorkelling access easy, with coral, fish and clear water just a giant stride away. Before visiting, download the current mooring maps and note no-anchoring and no-fishing zones near the structure. Protection keeps this place pristine.
Pack sun protection, water and your best “how is this real?” face. Few swim spots let you float above reef while drifting through wartime history. Plan it: hinchinbrookway.com.au
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