Gallagher Point camping area | Bribie Island National Park and Recreation Area (2024)

FAQs

How much is it to camp on Bribie Island? ›

Camping fees on Bribie Island vary depending on the type of campsite and facilities available. Generally, you can expect to pay around AUD 6.85 per person per night for a basic campsite, or AUD 27.40 per night for a family campsite (2 adults and up to 4 children).

The camping area is on the beach on the north east side of the island and can be accessed via the Northern access track or Ocean Beach drive. A high-clearance 4WD with low range capability is required to access this area. A vehicle access permit must be purchased.

The park covers approximately one third of Bribie Island. The tidal wetlands and areas of water around the islands are protected within the Moreton Bay Marine Park. Visitors are attracted to the park for angling, boating and the views of the nearby Glass House Mountains.

Fires are not permitted on the beach. Fires for cooking purposes are permitted only at Mission Point, Ocean Beach, Poverty Creek, Gallagher Point and Lime Pocket camping areas in fire rings provided. Bring your own clean, milled firewood as it is illegal to collect firewood in the national park or recreation area.

A vehicle access permit must be obtained before driving on Bribie Island, K'gari (Fraser Island), Mulgumpin (Moreton Island), Cooloola and Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) recreation areas—fees apply. All vehicles must be registered and have a valid permit.

Sylvan Beach is one of the most popular Bribie Island beaches due to its safe swimming and family friendly features such as picnic and barbeque areas, playgrounds and toilets. There's a boat ramp if you want to bring your own or hire a boat and explore the island by sea.

It's so big that, at low tide, people can walk across the almost 1km-wide passage, from Golden Beach to the northern part of the island.

Bribie Island requires a permit to drive on, which costs $55.50 for a week and $173.30 for more than one week (up to one year). The main things to remember about driving on sand tracks or beach access roads are to lower your tyre pressures, avoid being too heavy on the throttle, and be well prepared.

The Ocean Beach drive starts at the end of North Street. A high-clearance 4WD with low range capability is required to drive this route. A vehicle access permit must be purchased. Display the permit on your windscreen before driving in the recreation area.

The initial tidal breakthrough at Bribie Island happened in January 2022, when a king tide of about 2.2m combined with heavy swells associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth to crash through the northern tip of the island.

What is Bribie Island known for? ›

Bribie Island is home to the Pumicestone Passage, a protected marine park and haven for wildlife. Dugongs, turtles, dolphins, and a diverse range of birdlife call the Pumicestone Passage home. There are tours of the gorgeous passage with fascinating commentary to match that are available.

Kangaroos, wallabies, emus, various snake species, green tree frogs and dingos can often be seen venturing from the national park into the surrounding suburbs. Pumicestone Passage, located between the island and the mainland, is a protected marine park that provides habitat for dugongs, turtles and dolphins.

Bribie Island is located between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast and is renowned for its 30 kilometres of white sandy beaches and for being home to 80% protected natural habitat. A relaxed pace of life with all the essential amenities makes Bribie Island the ideal retirement spot.

Campsites are far enough away from other campers to enjoy the privacy. Each site is large and can allow group bookings. Loads of space for tents, camper trailers, caravans or motorhomes. Pets permitted but must be restrained.

Located 65km north of Brisbane, the island's exposed and fragile environment was heavily impacted by severe rainfall and flooding events in early 2022.