Is camping allowed on Fraser Island?

On-island facilities Fraser Island lets you camp your way. If you like to rough it away from civilisation where it’s just you and nature, no problem. If you want a campfire, hot showers and flushing toilets, you’ll find everything on your wish list at numerous campsites around the island.

Can you camp for free on Fraser Island?

Technically, free camping is not allowed on Fraser Island. Anyone wishing to camp on the island needs to apply and pay for a camping permit beforehand. If you plan on camping there, you will need to apply for a camping permit for the campgrounds you want to use before you go.

Can you camp at Winter Park?

Deciding Where to Camp in Winter Park You can either go to an established & maintained campground or you can get a little more rugged and choose to find a dispersed campsite within the National Forest.

Can you camp for free in BC?

*Note that while most rec sites in BC are free of charge – some rec sites may have park hosts that take care of the area and may require that you pay a small fee to camp there. In case this happens, be sure to bring $10 to $15/night just in case.

Can you camp on the beach at Fraser Island?

Beach camping is also permitted at undeveloped sites in some locations on the west coast and along Fraser’s east coast. However there are some locations where camping is completely prohibited such as Eli Creek, but these areas are generally well marked.

Can you swim in the ocean at Fraser Island?

Fraser Island offers many lakes to swim in, Swimming in the sea has many warnings do not swim here. There are just too many dangerous sharks and rip tides that can carry the best swimmers out to sea. The Beaches are not patrolled by lifeguards and are extremely dangerous for swimming.

Does Winter Park require reservations?

Winter Park Resort has ended pass holder reservations for the remainder of the ski season. Winter Park Resort will no longer require pass holders to use the reservation system for the remainder of the 2020-21 ski season.

Where do you park for Mary Jane?

All parking at Mary Jane Base is free. Access to Mary Jane and her parking options can be found by turning off Hwy 40 (approximately 1 mile East of the main Winter Park Resort entrance) at the Mary Jane Resort sign onto Mary Jane Road.

Can I take a camper trailer to Fraser Island?

Campervans are self-contained vehicles that offer lodging and storage for the owner. While they are a convenient way to go camping, these vehicles are not permitted on Fraser Island. The majority of Fraser Island is made up of sand which simply isn’t suitable for vehicles that aren’t 4WD.