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country, chuck a 180 and pitch a tent on one of these islands and beach camping spots, stretching from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Bundaberg-North-Burnett\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Gladstone-Region\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E through to the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Capricorn-Region\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECapricorn Coast\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA few things to keep in mind before taking off:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDouble, triple, and quadruple check \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2015/12/16/summer-camping-checklist/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethis camping checklist\u003C/a\u003E!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDo not underestimate the power of mozzies, sand flies and horse flies at killing your vibe. No matter what time of the year, it’s better to be overprepared than under with a sufficient supply of insect repellant (Bushman’s is my go-to) and mosquito coils, plus long-sleeved clothing.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-28656\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/great-keppel-island-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Great Keppel Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/great-keppel-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/great-keppel-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/great-keppel-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPicture this: snorkelling straight off the sand over fringing reefs, your pick of 17 beaches for a dip, and unspoilt bushlands \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003Ecovering 90 percent of the island waiting to be explored… sounds like paradise?\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re going to stay on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/great-keppel-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Great Keppel Island\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E, you’ll want to make it a long one. A 30-minute hop, skip and jump off the ferry from the coast of Yeppoon, campers can call tent-home under the gum trees at the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/accommodation/Great-Keppel-Island-Holiday-Village\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Great Keppel Island\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island Holiday Village\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll have access to a fully equipped kitchen and amenities, plus complimentary snorkel gear and stand-up paddle boards to use whenever you like!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/strong\u003ETake the ferry over from Yeppoon with \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Freedom-Fast-Cats\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Freedom Fast Cats\"\u003EFreedom Fast Cats\u003C/a\u003E or Keppel Konnections.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring: \u003C/strong\u003ETent, a torch to get around at night, and food (though there is an Island Bar and Bistro down the road when you feel like a tipple or are sick of eating packet noodles).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplore the bushwalking tracks to lookouts and remote beaches. These range in difficulty from a leisurely stroll to a challenging hike, so bring some decent footwear!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGet your snorkel on at Shelving Beach, Monkey Point or Clam Bay.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETake a SUP out on the water at one of the two main beaches just down the road – Putney or Fisherman’s.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGo on a canoe trip to discover hidden coves and secluded snorkel spots.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe other Keppel Islands\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-28655\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/keppel-islands-group-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Keppel Islands Group\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/keppel-islands-group.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/keppel-islands-group-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/keppel-islands-group-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re keen to get back-to-basics, set your sights on these six islands of the Keppel Island Group. From the sheltered Casuarina groves at Humpy Island and the low vine thickets of the remote Pelican Island, to the large coral bommies within easy snorkel access from Conical Island; each one has it’s own unique beauty and vantage point.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile North Keppel and Humpy islands are popular for larger groups, if you want a raw, au naturale experience, set up camp on one of the smaller islands like Miall and Conical, which only allow a max. of six people at any time.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAll six islands require camping permits, which can be purchased via the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENPRSR website\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there:\u003C/strong\u003E Access is via private boat or charter hire with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Freedom-Fast-Cats\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Freedom Fast Cats\"\u003EFreedom Fast Cats\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring:\u003C/strong\u003E As there are no facilities on the islands you will have to be self-sufficient. Bring all your gear and make sure you’ve packed enough fresh water, food, and sturdy garbage bags (you’ll be taking your rubbish off the island), plus reliable lighting.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPack your scuba and snorkel gear as there are some beautiful fringing coral reefs around the islands.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHook, line and sinker your dinner off shingle beach at Pelican Island or Considine Beach at North Keppel Island.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplore the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/keppel-bay-islands/pdf/keppels-map.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethree walking tracks\u003C/a\u003E on North Keppel Island or the Ridgetop Trail on Humpy Island.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGo reef walking along the fringing reefs at Mazie Bay at North Keppel Island and Olive Point headland at Middle Island.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ECurtis Island National Park (Southend)\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_28657\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28657\" class=\"wp-image-28657 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/4wding-on-curtis-island-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"4WDing on Curtis Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/4wding-on-curtis-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/4wding-on-curtis-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/4wding-on-curtis-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-28657\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/arii_1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@arii_1\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENever heard of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/curtis-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Curtis Island\"\u003ECurtis Island\u003C/a\u003E? Neither had I until we camped there over Easter… and let me tell you, it’s set the bar pretty damn high for future camping escapades.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe adventure kicks off when you hit the 4WD track on the back road of the sleepy beach town at the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Southend-Curtis-Island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Southend Curtis Island\"\u003Eisland’s south end\u003C/a\u003E. From here, you’ll wind your way through red dirt and sand as you stalk the rugged coastline and inland tracks – don’t be surprised to see a rogue turtle or kangaroo crossing your path – before reaching the turnoff points to the island’s two national park campsites: Turtle Street and Joey Lees.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’ve got kids or you’re keen to break out the rods and reels, Turtle Street is your best bet. Tucked behind sand dunes, the campground offers a soft(er) campsite surface and a sweeping calm beach out the front, with an estuary to your left and rock pool caves to your right.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_28658\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28658\" class=\"wp-image-28658 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/joey-lees-curtis-island-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Joey Lees Curtis Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/joey-lees-curtis-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/joey-lees-curtis-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/joey-lees-curtis-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-28658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/arii_1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@arii_1\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those that relish minimal crowds and a more laid-back take on nature, head to Joey Lees. While you can’t go wrong with any spot atop the grassy headlands here, I reckon we nabbed the best one: front and centre facing one of the two main beaches. Spend your days swimming, fishing and exploring the rock formations at low tide, then at night, strap on a headlamp and wander down to the beach in search of crabs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBoth campsites require permits, which can be purchased from the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENPRSR website\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/strong\u003ETake the Curtis Ferry over from Gladstone Harbour. Access to campsites is by 4WD only and can be reached via the track off Refuse Tip.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring: \u003C/strong\u003EAs there are no facilities at both campsites, you will have to be self-sufficient. Bring all your gear and make sure you’ve packed enough fresh water, food, and sturdy garbage bags (which you can dump once you return to the town), plus reliable lighting.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhile you can catch some fishies pretty much anywhere along the island’s coast, there are a few spots worth highlighting: the Turtle Street estuary, the concrete caisson near the ferry pier, and the bays to the left when you hop off the ferry (double check marine park zones beforehand). Oystering is also popular at these spots.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGrab your pots and go crabbing at First and Second Creek. To get there, follow the tracks before you hit the bins off Refuse Tip.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHead to North Turtle to explore the caves and rock pools (access during low tide only).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIt’s no Heron Island, but you can still see some pretty coral and colourful fish snorkelling up at Connors Bluff, 5km up from Front Beach (the main beach in front of the Capricorn Lodge and Breezeway).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBeing the third largest turtle rookery in Queensland, you can watch turtles nest and hatch at Front Beach during turtle season (October to March) each year.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_42362\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42362\" class=\"wp-image-42362 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-esplanade-691x4611.jpg\" alt=\"Tannum Sands Esplanade\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-esplanade-691x4611.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-esplanade-691x4611-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-esplanade-691x4611-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-42362\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/arii_1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@arii_1\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith its seemingly endless esplanade, golden beaches, and palm tree parklands dotted with blue and white gazebos and kids playgrounds, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/tannum-sands\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tannum Sands\"\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/a\u003E is a holiday haven for families looking for a camping destination that’s low-key but still has plenty on offer to fill up the #throwback memory bank.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_42364\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42364\" class=\"wp-image-42364 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-discovery-holiday-park-691x4611.jpg\" alt=\"Tannum Sands Discovery Holiday Park\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-discovery-holiday-park-691x4611.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-discovery-holiday-park-691x4611-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tannum-sands-discovery-holiday-park-691x4611-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-42364\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/arii_1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@arii_1\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/accommodation/Discovery-Holiday-Parks---Tannum-Sands\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Discovery Holiday Park Tannum Sands\"\u003EDiscovery Holiday Park\u003C/a\u003E couldn’t be in a more prime position – nestled in the quiet bushlands facing the estuary where the salty seas of the main beach combine with the freshwater of Wild Cattle Creek, your alarm clock is a glorious mix of kookaburras and lapping waves on the shore.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning on heading there during school holidays? You’ll be stoked to find the lovely folk running a heap of in-park activities from treasure hunts and pedal carts to family discos and craft mornings.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there:\u003C/strong\u003E Tannum Sands is a six-hour drive from Brisbane.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring:\u003C/strong\u003E Being a well established coastal town, you don’t need to worry too much about forgetting food and supplies, just make sure you’ve got your campsite set-up gear sorted.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWater activities are endless with Wild Cattle Creek across the road: go fishing and crabbing; or canoe, kayak or SUP your way across the calm and protected waters.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBring your tinny and day trip over to Wild Cattle Island, an untouched national park separated from the mainland by Wild Cattle Creek.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBike or walk the TurtleWay track – starting at the holiday park, it winds its way up the coastline and around the headlands before crossing over to Boyne Island.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPack a picnic and head to the Canoe Point Parklands, where you can explore the beachside boardwalks and windswept dunes before cooking up a feast on the outdoor BBQs that come with free firewood (gracias, Tannum Sands).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGo for a dip at the patrolled beach, a five-minute walk down the road, before wetting your whistle at the surf club.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42365 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/lady-musgrave-island-camping-691x4611.jpg\" alt=\"Lady Musgrave Island Camping\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/lady-musgrave-island-camping-691x4611.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/lady-musgrave-island-camping-691x4611-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/lady-musgrave-island-camping-691x4611-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPitch a tent on \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/lady-musgrave-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Lady Musgrave Island\"\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/a\u003E and get your own ocean aquarium at your doorstep to boot. Yep, this coral cay beauty off the coast of The Town of 1770 is famous for its massive lagoon protected by an eight-nautical-mile long, naturally-formed coral wall. Basically, it’s like a massive Great Barrier Reef swimming pool, making it perfect for water lovers of all abilities to snorkel, dive and explore!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBe prepared for some bare-bones camping here, with no facilities other than composting toilets. But with a max. of 40 people on the island at any one time, at least the crowds will be kept at bay.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECamping on Lady Musgrave is available from Easter to Australia Day each year, and you’ll need to purchase a camping permit from the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENPRSR website\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/strong\u003EVia private boat or hitch a ride over with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/great-barrier-reef-day-cruise-to-lady-musgrave-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELady Musgrave Cruises\u003C/a\u003E from the Town of 1770 or with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/bundaberg-to-lady-musgrave-island-day-cruise\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELady Musgrave Experience\u003C/a\u003E from Bundaberg.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring: \u003C/strong\u003EYou will need to be completely self-sufficient, bringing all your gear and making sure you’ve packed enough fresh water, food, and sturdy garbage bags (you’ll be taking your rubbish off the island), plus reliable lighting.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E#snorkelfordays over the coral gardens in the lagoon.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you haven’t got your own gear to explore the island’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Lady-Musgrave-Island-Dive-Sites\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Dive sites on Lady Musgrave Island\"\u003Eworld-class dive sites\u003C/a\u003E, you can organise a scuba of the outer reef wall with Lady Musgrave Cruises and get up close and personal with the locals (aka resident manta rays and turtles).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGot your own boat? Head out for a spot of reef fishing – you can grab a free marine park zoning map from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/contactus/index.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENPRSR offices\u003C/a\u003E, the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority\u003C/a\u003E (GBRMPA), and many bait and tackle outlets.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive the fins a rest and wander the island by foot, keeping an eye out for seabirds and hatching and nesting green and loggerhead turtles (turtle season is from November to March).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42366 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/agnes-water-beach-holidays-691x4611.jpg\" alt=\"Agnes Water Beach Holidays\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/agnes-water-beach-holidays-691x4611.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/agnes-water-beach-holidays-691x4611-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/agnes-water-beach-holidays-691x4611-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EProving that you don’t have to get down and dirty to go camping is the Agnes Water Beach Holidays Park, whose best assets include hot showers, an absolute beachfront location, and an on-site cafe serving up home-made cakes and a quality brew (of coffee, that is) on their alfresco deck.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EJust 150 metres from the crystal clear waters of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Agnes-Water-Beach\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Agnes Water Beach\"\u003Emain beach\u003C/a\u003E, you can set up camp on both powered and unpowered sites under rainforest trees and tropical shrubs. But if you want to take your camping vacay to the next level, opt for a few nights in one of their wicked safari-style tents on stilts!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/agnes-water\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Agnes Water\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E is a six-hour drive from Brisbane.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring:\u003C/strong\u003E With their own cafe and an IGA five minutes down the road, all you’ll need to pack is your campsite set-up and you’re good to go.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAgnes Waters is the home of Queensland’s most northerly surf beaches, so bring your board as the swell is usually crankin’.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDon’t know how to surf? Hang ten with Lazy Lizard Surf School, just two minutes down the road from the holiday park, who’ll show you the \u003Cdel\u003Eropes\u003C/del\u003E waves.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPack your rod and hand lines and get reeling at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2016/03/21/fishing-southern-great-barrier-reef/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethese top spots\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHop aboard the pink amphibious \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/1770-LARC-Tours\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"LARC! Tours\"\u003ELARC!\u003C/a\u003E (land and sea vessel) for a paradise tour up to Bustard Head and Lighthouse, before sand-boarding down the towering 35m sand dunes of Middle Island.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf the remote camping of Lady Musgrave Island didn’t sound like your cup of tea, you can still head out on a day trip to get in some snorkel/dive time on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWoodgate\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_42367\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42367\" class=\"wp-image-42367 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/woodgate-691x4611.jpg\" alt=\"Woodgate\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/woodgate-691x4611.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/woodgate-691x4611-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/woodgate-691x4611-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-42367\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.kristaeppelstun.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EKrista Eppelstun\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those of you thinking “Where the heck is \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/woodgate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Woodgate\"\u003EWoodgate\u003C/a\u003E?!”, this unknown slice of paradise can be found just 40 minutes shy of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Bundaberg-North-Burnett\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Bundaberg\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E, hiding between the coastal plains of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Burrum-Coast-National-Park\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Burrum Coast National Park\"\u003EBurrum Coast National Park\u003C/a\u003E and a secluded 16km-stretch of white sandy beach.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOnce you arrive at Woodgate Beach Tourist Park, you’ll immediately want to stay for weeks: the park is a beautiful nine acres of leafy landscaped gardens with spotless facilities (and hello free freakin’ WiFi), and directly across the road you’ll find the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/woodgate-beach-park-and-playground\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Woodgate Beach Park and Playground\"\u003Emain beach\u003C/a\u003E, which is protected by Fraser Island, meaning calm ocean waters all year round!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDon’t forget to pop into the cafe out the front for a delish brekkie while you’re there.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there:\u003C/strong\u003E Woodgate is a four-hour drive from Brisbane.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring: \u003C/strong\u003EWith a pub, cafe and IGA just minutes away, you’ll just need to make sure you’ve brought all your gear to set up your campsite.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBordered by national park, there are a \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/burrum-coast/about.html#things_to_do\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eheap of walking tracks\u003C/a\u003E in the area to explore! But if you don’t want to venture too far, there’s the melaleuca wetlands of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/journey/banksia-track-and-the-boardwalk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBanksia Boardwalk\u003C/a\u003E directly behind the tourist park. Allow for approx. two hours return.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGot a 4WD? Hit \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/burrum-coast/about.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethe tracks\u003C/a\u003E in the national park (some even have beach access).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETake your rods down to Theodolite Park for a spot of fishing.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWith the smooth conditions of the main beach, you’d be kicking yourself if you forgot your kayak or SUP.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EBargara\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_42368\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42368\" class=\"wp-image-42368 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bargara11.jpg\" alt=\"Bargara\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bargara11.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bargara11-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bargara11-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-42368\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.kristaeppelstun.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EKrista Eppelstun\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESitting in your camp chair at the Bargara Beach Caravan Park, with your eyes set on the stars and ears pinned to the sound of the ocean, it’s hard to believe you’re only 15 minutes from the largest city in the region.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBut \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/bargara\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Bargara\"\u003Ethis funky little beach town\u003C/a\u003E near Bundaberg is a holiday hot spot in its own right, with \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003Ea cute strip of shops with everything from a butcher and barber to an op shop and homewares store, and the world-famous \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Mon-Repos-regional-Park\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Mon Repos Regional Park\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E (the largest Loggerhead Turtle nesting site on Australia’s eastern mainland) only five minutes up the road. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to get there:\u003C/strong\u003E Bargara is a 4.5-hour drive from Brisbane.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to bring:\u003C/strong\u003E Food and extra supplies can be found in the town centre of Bargara, so just make sure you’ve brought all your gear to set up your campsite.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to do while you’re there:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you’re there during turtle season (November to March), you’ll definitely want to pop into \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Mon-Repos-Turtle-Centre\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E to catch some loggerhead turtles nesting and hatching.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHire a vintage cruiser and explore the foreshore.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhen you get sick of pedalling, hop on a segway tour through the Mon Repos Conservation Park with SegueBundy.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOm nom nom your way through the RiverFeast night markets in Bundaberg, held every Friday from 4pm – 10pm.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGrab the kids and head down to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/bargara-turtle-park-and-playground\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Bargara Turtle Park and Playground\"\u003ETurtle Park\u003C/a\u003E for a picnic and play.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBring your scuba and snorkel gear, as \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Hoffmans-Rocks-Dive-Site\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Hoffman's Rocks Dive Site\"\u003EHoffman’s Rocks\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/barolin-rocks-dive-site\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Barolin Rocks Dive Site\"\u003EBarolin Rocks\u003C/a\u003E are some of Queensland’s most accessible shore dive sites.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat’s your favourite camping spot on the Southern Great Barrier Reef?\u003C/h2\u003E\n","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1459481222000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003EPitch a tent on the Southern Great Barrier Reef with these islands and 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Fletcher","resourcePath":"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/island-beach-camping-at-southern-great-barrier-reef/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2026-04-23T02:37:48.216Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/ims/Jemm/8eoKJKY0OUxdyZ6sDPKg/profile.profile.image","alt":"Jemma Fletcher"}},"editorial_descriptio_236166984":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThere’s camping… and then there’s camping in the \u003Ca title=\"Southern Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E, where your tent comes with ocean views, island backdrops and front-row access to some of Queensland’s most underrated coastline.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStretching from \u003Ca title=\"Bundaberg\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/bundaberg.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E through \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E to the \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn Coast\u003C/a\u003E, this slice of the state is made up of three distinct regions, each with its own take on the great outdoors. Think remote national park stays, coral cay camping and everything in between.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EConsider this your starting point — a guide to the different regions that make up the Southern Great Barrier Reef, and the kinds of camping experiences you’ll find in each.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJump to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#Glance\"\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef camping at a glance\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#Capricorn\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWhere to camp in Capricorn\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#Gladstone\"\u003EWhere to camp in Gladstone\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#Bundaberg\"\u003EWhere to camp in Bundaberg\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#FAQs\"\u003EFAQs about camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1565983989":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Glance\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef camping at a glance\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your trip? Here’s a quick snapshot of where to camp across the Southern Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for island camping:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#Keppel\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for remote camping:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#Curtis\"\u003ECurtis Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for beachfront stays:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#Agnes\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"#Tannum\"\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for reef access:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#Musgrave\"\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for a quiet coastal escape:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#Woodgate\"\u003EWoodgate Beach\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"spacer_copy":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"social_video_player":{"type":"youtube",":type":"teq/components/social-video-player","videoId":"M8AJl6WYD_E"},"spacer_copy_1915439030":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"editorial_descriptio_159208517":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Capricorn\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhere to camp in Capricorn\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom island escapes just offshore to easy-access coastal campgrounds, \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn\u003C/a\u003E delivers some of the most diverse outdoor stays in the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re pitching a tent by the water or heading off-grid on a national park island, this stretch of the Capricorn Coast is made for slowing down and settling in.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image37c7c232_bbc8_4_2111298840":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2022_CAP_GreatKeppelIsland_GreatKeppelIslandHideaway_MadDogProductions_153876.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2022_CAP_GreatKeppelIsland_GreatKeppelIslandHideaway_MadDogProductions_153876.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e52d5f1565045da0fba-great-keppel-island-holiday-village","alt":"Family playing a boardgame at Great Keppel Island Hideaway","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/island-beach-camping-at-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image37c7c232_bbc8_4_2111298840.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776911867635/2022-cap-greatkeppelisland-greatkeppelislandhideaway-maddogproductions-153876.jpeg","uuid":"1e15dddb-ef6d-4cf2-be45-24afd83a170c","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Great Keppel Island Hideaway, Capricorn, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1183188790":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Keppel\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for: \u003C/b\u003EEasy island camping with facilities\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust a short ferry ride from \u003Ca title=\"Yeppoon\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/yeppoon.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EYeppoon\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Great Keppel Island\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/great-keppel-island.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E is one of the most popular spots for camping in Capricorn — and it’s easy to see why. Think white-sand beaches, calm bays and snorkelling straight from shore.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESet up at \u003Ca title=\"Great Keppel Island Holiday Village\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e52d5f1565045da0fba-great-keppel-island-holiday-village\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island Holiday Village\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll find powered and unpowered sites, or upgrade to a glamping tent if you want a few extra comforts. Days here are best spent beach hopping, swimming and exploring walking tracks that link some of the island’s most scenic coves.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EKeppel Islands (national park camping)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for: \u003C/b\u003ERemote, off-grid camping\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re chasing something more remote, the \u003Ca title=\"Keppel Bay Islands National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26029aeeeaaf773cf2d8a-keppel-bay-islands-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKeppel Bay Islands National Park\u003C/a\u003E protects a cluster of smaller islands where camping is all about simplicity and seclusion.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlaces like \u003Cb\u003EHumpy Island\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003ENorth Keppel Island\u003C/b\u003E and \u003Cb\u003EConical Island\u003C/b\u003E offer designated sites with limited facilities — so you’ll need to be self-sufficient. In return, you’ll get quiet beaches, fringing reefs and a true off-grid experience that feels a world away from the mainland.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Queensland national parks camping permit\" href=\"https://parks.qld.gov.au/camping/bookings\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECamping permits are required\u003C/a\u003E, and access is typically by private boat or charter.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EYeppoon and the Capricorn Coast\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Convenience and coastal access\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nBack on the mainland, \u003Ca title=\"Things to do in Yeppoon\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/things-to-do-yeppoon.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EYeppoon\u003C/a\u003E and the surrounding \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e412cbcbe7073ad7b5a-capricorn-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn Coast\u003C/a\u003E offer relaxed, beachside camping with all the essentials close by.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Yeppoon accommodation guide\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/yeppoon-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHoliday parks and campgrounds around Yeppoon\u003C/a\u003E provide easy access to the foreshore, calm swimming areas and local cafés, making this a great base if you want a mix of nature and convenience. It’s also the jumping-off point for island adventures, so you can pair coastal camping with day trips out to the Keppel Islands.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EIf you’re planning to stay a little longer, \u003Ca title=\"Yeppoon accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/yeppoon-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eexplore more accommodation options in Yeppoon and along the Capricorn Coast\u003C/a\u003E. You can also base yourself slightly inland — here are some of the \u003Ca title=\"Stay in Rockhampton\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/rockhampton-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ebest camping spots around Rockhampton\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1444646222":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Gladstone\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhere to camp in Gladstone\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a more off-grid experience, camping in \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E leans into wide-open coastlines, national parks and quiet stretches of beach where it’s just you and the elements. From \u003Ca title=\"Four-wheel driving in Gladstone\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/four-wheel-driving-near-gladstone.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003E4WD-access island sites\u003C/a\u003E to laid-back coastal campgrounds, this part of the Southern Great Barrier Reef is all about space, simplicity and slowing things right down.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image37c7c232_bbc8_4":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2022_GLD_CurtisIsland_153969.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2022_GLD_CurtisIsland_153969.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2621c2cbcbe7073adc845-curtis-island","alt":"Family walking along the beach at Curtis Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/island-beach-camping-at-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image37c7c232_bbc8_4.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776911867733/2022-gld-curtisisland-153969.jpeg","uuid":"fdf0a9cf-b2ba-4ad1-88ba-c0310c3438d6","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Curtis Island, Gladstone, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Agnes\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Beachfront camping with surf access\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Agnes Water\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/agnes-water-and-town-of-1770.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E is one of the most popular spots for beach camping in the region — and one of the few places in Queensland where you can camp within walking distance of a surf beach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESet right near the shoreline, \u003Ca title=\"NRMA Agnes Water Holiday Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-61948cdf3cb5fa5c43b9fced-nrma-agnes-water-holiday-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENRMA Agnes Water Holiday Park\u003C/a\u003E offers powered and unpowered sites shaded by trees, along with essentials like camp kitchens, amenities and an on-site café. Spend your days surfing, exploring nearby rock pools or heading out on tours through \u003Ca title=\"Eurimbula National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e637b935fbe730dd47a-eurimbula-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEurimbula National Park\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EFor more places to stay nearby, take a look at \u003Ca title=\"Accomodation in Agnes Water\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/agnes-water-1770-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eaccommodation options in Agnes Water and the Town of 1770\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Curtis\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ECurtis Island National Park (South End)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Rugged, self-sufficient camping\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re chasing true seclusion, \u003Ca title=\"Curtis Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2621c2cbcbe7073adc845-curtis-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECurtis Island\u003C/a\u003E is one of the standout Gladstone camping experiences. Accessible by boat or \u003Ca title=\"Four-wheel driving in Gladstone\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/four-wheel-driving-near-gladstone.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003E4WD\u003C/a\u003E (depending on your route), this rugged island feels a world away.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECampgrounds like \u003Cb\u003ETurtle Street\u003C/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EJoey Lees \u003C/b\u003Eand \u003Cb\u003EYellow Patch\u003C/b\u003E offer direct access to beaches, dunes and bushland. Facilities are minimal, so you’ll need to be fully self-sufficient, but that’s part of the appeal. Spend your days fishing, exploring rock pools, or spotting turtles during nesting and hatching season.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Tannum\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for: \u003C/b\u003EFamily-friendly beachfront stays\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nFor something a little more relaxed, \u003Ca title=\"Tannum Sands\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25f0d7b935fbe730de3e6-tannum-sands\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/a\u003E offers classic beachfront camping with all the essentials nearby. Set along a long, palm-lined foreshore, it’s an easygoing spot that works well for families or anyone wanting a balance of comfort and coastal scenery.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nHoliday parks here are well-equipped, including well-known options like \u003Ca title=\"Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25f552cbcbe7073ad9117-discovery-parks--tannum-sands\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Parks – Tannum Sands\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll find powered and unpowered sites alongside facilities like camp kitchens, BBQ areas and easy beach access. You’re also close to patrolled swimming spots, walking paths and calm coastal waters.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Musgrave\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Reef immersion\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a true reef experience, camping on \u003Ca title=\"Lady Musgrave Island\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/lady-musgrave-island.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/a\u003E is hard to beat. This coral cay sits within a protected lagoon, offering calm, clear water that’s ideal for snorkelling and diving straight from the beach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECamping here is limited and requires a permit, with only basic facilities available, so you’ll need to be self-sufficient. In return, you’ll wake up surrounded by reef, with opportunities to spot turtles, reef fish and seabirds just steps from your tent.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWild Cattle Creek\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Quiet, nature-based camping by the water\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETucked just inland from Tannum Sands, \u003Ca title=\"Wide Cattle Creek\" href=\"https://parks.qld.gov.au/parks/wild-cattle-island\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWild Cattle Creek\u003C/a\u003E is a quieter, nature-focused camping option that feels a step removed from the coast.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESet beside calm waterways and surrounded by bushland, it’s a great spot for kayaking, fishing, or simply unwinding by the water. Facilities are basic, but the peaceful setting makes it worth it, especially if you’re looking to slow things down for a night or two.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1654580937":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Bundaberg\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhere to camp in Bundaberg\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECamping in Bundaberg blends laid-back beachfront stays with easy access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. From family-friendly holiday parks to island camping experiences, this stretch is ideal if you want nature without going completely off-grid.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image37c7c232_bbc8_4_581220281":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_Woodgate_NRMAWoodgateBeachHolidayPark_MadDogProductions_154354.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_Woodgate_NRMAWoodgateBeachHolidayPark_MadDogProductions_154354.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5a73eab1e0db825e5542f63c-nrma-woodgate-beach-holiday-park","alt":"Father and son fishing on the beach at NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/island-beach-camping-at-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image37c7c232_bbc8_4_581220281.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776911867829/2022-bdb-woodgate-nrmawoodgatebeachholidaypark-maddogproductions-154354.jpeg","uuid":"e2c2f066-874c-466f-8a1c-5106f7b496d3","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park, Bundaberg, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_150267254":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Woodgate\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWoodgate Beach\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Quiet coastal escape\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re after a slower pace, \u003Ca title=\"Woodgate Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e41aeeeaaf773cf078e-woodgate-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWoodgate Beach\u003C/a\u003E offers a peaceful coastal escape bordered by the \u003Ca title=\"Burrum Coast National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260272cbcbe7073ada223-burrum-coast-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBurrum Coast National Park.\u003C/a\u003E Long stretches of quiet shoreline, calm waters and regular wildlife sightings make it a great place to unwind.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECamp at the beachfront holiday park, including options like \u003Ca title=\"NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5a73eab1e0db825e5542f63c-nrma-woodgate-beach-holiday-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll have access to amenities while still feeling immersed in nature. It’s an easygoing spot for swimming, walking and simply switching off for a few days.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EBargara\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for: \u003C/b\u003EEasy access and nearby attractions\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust outside Bundaberg, \u003Ca title=\"Bargara\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d9b7b935fbe730dc2d7-bargara\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBargara\u003C/a\u003E is a convenient base for exploring the coastline while staying close to town. Campgrounds and holiday parks here cater to caravans, motorhomes and tents, with plenty of facilities on hand.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile you’re in the area, don’t miss nearby \u003Ca title=\"Mon Repos\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25f432cbcbe7073ad8f3b-mon-repos\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E — one of Australia’s most important turtle nesting sites — or take advantage of easy access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef islands.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELooking for more camping spots in the area? Check out \u003Ca title=\"Bundaberg accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/bundaberg-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis guide to camping in Bundaberg for even more options\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_812312812":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"FAQs\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EFAQs about camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1989328090":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EDo you need permits for camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYes, many national park and island camping areas, including the \u003Ca href=\"#Keppel\"\u003EKeppel Islands\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"#Curtis\"\u003ECurtis Island\u003C/a\u003E, require permits. These can be \u003Ca title=\"Queensland national park camping permits\" href=\"https://parks.qld.gov.au/camping/bookings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebooked online\u003C/a\u003E in advance, and it’s best to secure them early, especially during peak travel periods.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWhere is the best place to camp in the Southern Great Barrier Reef?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt depends on your style of camping. \u003Ca href=\"#Keppel\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E is ideal for easy island camping, \u003Ca href=\"#Curtis\"\u003ECurtis Island\u003C/a\u003E suits those after a more remote, off-grid experience, while \u003Ca href=\"#Agnes\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"#Tannum\"\u003ETannum Sands\u003C/a\u003E offer relaxed beachfront camping with facilities.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECan you camp on islands in the Southern Great Barrier Reef?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYes, several islands offer camping, including \u003Ca href=\"#Keppel\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"#Musgrave\"\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/a\u003E and a number of national park islands in the Keppel group. Some are accessible by ferry, while others require private boat or charter access.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWhen is the best time to go camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe cooler months from April to October are generally the most comfortable, with mild temperatures, lower humidity and fewer insects — ideal for camping and outdoor exploring.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_677046953":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EWhether you’re waking up on a remote island, pulling up at a beachfront site or heading off-grid in a national park, camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef is all about slowing down and finding your own slice of the coast.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003ELooking for more places to stay? Explore accommodation options across \u003Ca title=\"Yeppoon accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/yeppoon-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EYeppoon\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/gladstone-accommodation-camping-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Agnes Water accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/agnes-water-1770-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Bundaberg accommodation\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/bundaberg-accommodation-guide.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E to plan your next escape.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"spacer_440046214":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"masonry_grid_article":{"title":"Explore more of the Southern Great Barrier Reef","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","notch":false,"clipTopPadding":false,"componentID":"masonry-grid-articles_1467480853_asadas","items":[{"title":"20 of the best things to do on the Southern Great Barrier Reef","description":null,"image":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/great-barrier-reef/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2019_GBR_SouthernGreatBarrierReef_Adventure_@ _markfitz.jpg","alt":"A woman enjoying the view over the Capricorn coast in a Rockhampton 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