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Fraser
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Note: The following prices and information are provided as a guide only and are subject to change. See local tourist information and booking centres or contact the offices below for current prices. |
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Camping
permits
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You will require a camping permit if camping outside the confines of a recognised commercial campground/caravan park. The permit is to be be attached to your tent and should be clearly visible to Park Rangers.
Before arriving on Fraser Island you MUST COLLECT a Fraser Island Information pack containing maps and important safety information along with your
Vehicle Service Permit and / or Camping Tag.
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Fees
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Please
refer to the Department of Environment and
Resource Management website for up-to-date
information regarding camping and vehicle
service permits:
https://www.epa.qld.gov.au/parks/gds/feesandbookings.do
A family group is
based on up to two adults and accompanying children under 18.
Children under 5 are free.
If you stay at commercial accommodation on Fraser Island
the camping permit does not apply.
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Camping
Information
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Download a Fraser Island Camping Map
Fraser
Island Camping Map
(324Kb PDF File)
To download , Right click and select 'Save
Target As'
This map is provided by the Qld Parks and
Wildlife Service www.epa.qld.gov.au
Camping Tags
Your camping booking number is to be written on a camping tag and clearly displayed on the camping structure.
Vehicle Tags
All vehicles brought onto Fraser Island must have a current vehicle service permit
(VSP). The VSP booking number is to be written on a VSP tag and affixed to the windscreen of your vehicle.
Essentials to bring
First-aid kit and prescription medicines
There is no pharmacy or resident doctor on the island. Bring adequate supplies of any prescription drugs you need and a well-equipped first-aid kit. It's always wise to have at least one person with a current first-aid certificate in your group.
Drinking water
Bring your own drinking water and containers. Drinking water can be collected from taps in Central Station, Dundubara, and Waddy Point campgrounds and day-use areas, and at a tap on the beach in front of Eurong information centre. All other taps, lake or stream water is not suitable for drinking unless treated. However, it is advisable to treat all water before drinking. Pack water treatment tablets or boil water for at least 5-10 minutes.
Fuel stoves
Bring fuel stoves for cooking. Campfires are not permitted anywhere on Fraser Island except in communal fire rings provided at Dundubara and Waddy Point campgrounds. Test your fuel stoves before leaving on your trip and never use them in confined spaces such as tents.
Firewood
Firewood is not provided. Collecting bush wood (even twigs) from the national park is illegal. Campfires are only permitted in the communal fire rings provided at Dundubara and Waddy Point campgrounds, and you must bring your own firewood. Only bring milled timber off-cuts, not bush timber. It helps to reduce risk of introducing pests and plant diseases to the island.
Extra hints
Sand pegs, tarpaulins, extra poles, ropes and torches come in handy.
Bring coins: Hot showers ($1) Public telephones (50c, 20c) Mobile phones have limited range. Consult your service provider.
Bring small sealable canisters for cigarette butts. Don't discard butts on the island, unless in a bin.
Don't bring firearms, fireworks.
Chainsaws cannot be used.
Generators are not permitted in formal campgrounds, but can be used in beach camping areas unless signposted otherwise.
Rubbish
Rubbish bins are NOT provided nor is rubbish collected - all rubbish must be removed from the park.
Cleaning and filleting of fish is not to be undertaken in campgrounds or at campsites. Bury fish offal at least 50cm deep, below the high tide mark.
Warning:
Fraser's beaches are unpatrolled.
The Eastern beach has rips and sharks so
beach swimming is not advised. Observe safety advice about dingoes.
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Camping
Closures
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Camping Closure -
INDIAN HEAD
Since 31st March 2004 Indian Head and surrounds
have been permanently declared a No camping zone.
Alternative camping is available at Dundubara and Waddy Point campgrounds. These areas have a 9pm noise curfew.
Beach camping is permitted in designated areas but no facilities are available at these sites. |
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Where
do you get permits?
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Vehicle Entry Permits and 4WD Camping Permits are available from offices of the
Department of Environment
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Queensland National Parks and Wildlife Service
Book
and pay online now for Camping and
Vehicle Service Permits at http://qld.gov.au/camping
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QPWS Maryborough Office
Cnr Alice and Lennox Sts, Maryborough: (07) 4121
1800
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QPWS Rainbow Beach Offfice
Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach: (07) 5486 3160
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QPWS Great Sandy Info Centre
240 Moorindil Street, Tewantin
(07) 5449 7792
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QPWS Bundaberg Office
46 Quay St, Bundaberg: (07) 4131 1600
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Naturally Qld Information Centre
160 Anne St, Brisbane: (07) 3227 8185
Permits are also available 7 days a week from:
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The Marina Kiosk, Buccaneer Ave Urangan Hervey Bay (07) 4128 9800
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River Heads Permit Kiosk at Barge landing and departure
carpark, River Heads
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Be
Dingo Aware
Anywhere on Fraser Island, on public or private land, it is an offence to feed a dingo, attract it using food or food waste, or disturb it in any way. Maximum penalty $3000. On-the-spot fines of $225 apply. |
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