Fraser Island Camping

Fraser Island Camping is one of the most popular ways to explore Fraser Island, it gives visitors the freedom to choose from a range of public and private campgrounds on the island. Permits must first be obtained from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Office.

Camping on Fraser island also gives you the opportunity to go Walking which is perhaps one of the best ways to experience the awesome sights and sounds that Fraser Island has to offer. A walking guide is available from the tourism
office where you purchase your four wheel drive permit.

There are 7 main camping areas: Five managed by the government Department of Environment, and two operated privately. Developed camping areas are provided by the Dept of Environment at Central Station, Lake Boomanjin, Lake McKenzie, Dundubara, Waddy Point and Wathumba. Some of the facilities provided are:- toilets, showers, picnic tables, barbecues and limited supplies of wood, however it is recommended that campers should bring a non-wood stove ie gas burners as wood is not always available. (Do Not bring your own firewood as it may introduce insect and other pests to the island).

Facilities at the commercial camping areas located at Dilli Village and Cathedral Beach typically include:- toilets, showers and barbeques fresh water. Beach camping is permitted at undeveloped sites along the east coast and some locations on the west coast. For the more adventurous, camping along the eastern beach is very popular with those who like solitude. Camping permits are still required. Camping is permitted anywhere along the beach where there is an exiting campsite and vehicle access. All beach camping sites are set back just behind the dunes, it is not permitted to drive over the dunes or through vegetated areas if there is no existing track, use only established access to campsites.

Some localities where camping is prohibited e.g. Eli Creek, these areas are usually marked by signposting.

Permits

Before arriving on Fraser Island you must obtain a Fraser Island Information pack containing maps and important safety information along with your Vehicle Service Permit and / or Camping Tag

Campers Tips:

All domestic animals are prohibited from the Recreation Area except for guide dogs for the disabled, for which a permit is required.
Do not camp within 100 meters of a lake or 50 meters of creeks.
Leave your campsite as you found it. Do not clear it, dig trenches or cut trees for tent poles.
Use fuel stoves in preference to wood fires. Or use wood that has been provided.
Do not feed or encourage the dingoes or other wildlife.
Dispose of rubbish in the proper bins or remove it from the island when you leave.
Do not use detergents or soaps in lakes and streams - it pollutes the water and harms aquatic life.
Observe hygiene standards when camping without toilet facilities and bury human waste.
Respect the peace of other campers. Do not create excess noise.
Boil or treat water before use.
Read signs and brochures carefully.

Fraser Island Access

Various Fraser Island Barge services are run from access points on the western and southern sides of the island. Barges run from Urangan Boat Harbour, River Heads and also from Inskip Point on the Mainland, and Moon Point, Kingfisher Bay and Wanggoolba creek on the island itself. (Fraser Island Barges Timetable)

Access to Fraser Island is by plane, helicopter, barge, passenger launches, commercial tours and by private boats. Air services depart from Hervey Bay, Rainbow Beach, Maryborough, Brisbane and Noosa. There are three airstrips located on the island; Wanggoolba creek, Orchid Beach and also at Toby's Gap. Any persons using the airstrips must obtain permission from the relevant owners on the Island. Fast Cats also leave from Urangan Boat Harbour at regular intervals arriving at Kingfisher Bay Resort. This service operates seven days a week. You can also access Fraser Island by renting houseboats and other boats available for charter from Hervey Bay, Maryborough and Tin Can Bay.

Fraser Island Accommodation

Kingfisher Bay Resort - Fraser Island Eco Resort On Fraser Island
Fraser Island Retreat - Wilderness Retreat On Fraser Island
Eurong Beach Resort - Fraser Island family Resort Accommodation
Frasers at Cathedral Beach - Fraser Island Cabins and Camping
Yidney Rocks Apartments - Absolute Beachfront Accommodation

Four Wheel Drive Hire

Fraser Island Camping