Description
Moreton Island is 40km offshore from Brisbane. The island can be reached by barge or boat. Barges for vehicles and passengers run daily. If you are not taking a vehicle, choose your island destination point and book the barge from the corresponding mainland departure point. Extra services operate in school holidays and at long weekends.
Moreton Island features crystal clear creeks and lagoons, coastal heath, rocky headlands, abundant wildflowers, tall sand dunes, an historic lighthouse, ruins of coastal forts and miles of sandy beaches.
Most of Moreton Island is both national park and recreation area, which covers the national park and beaches to low water mark. Tidal wetlands and waters around the island are protected as part of Moreton Bay Marine Park.
Gas and fuel stovesUse a gas or fuel stove whenever possible. This will allow efficient cooking during poor weather conditions or during fire prohibitions, which can be declared at short notice. Test the stove before leaving home. Never operate it in confined spaces, such as inside tents.
Rubbish
There are no bins on the eastern side of the island. Rangers do not collect rubbish from campsites and can issue on-the-spot fines for littering. When planning your trip, pack to minimise rubbish. Rubbish bins are located near The Wrecks campground and Comboyuro Point campground.
Campsites
Use existing campsites only and don't clear new ones. Use only existing entry tracks to reach the beach camping areas.
