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serious burns walking on fires covered with sand. sand. with covered fires on walking burns serious
driving along the beach. the along driving Insect repellent, sun-smart clothing and sunscreen for for sunscreen and clothing sun-smart repellent, Insect •
never leave campfires unattended. Kids have suffered suffered have Kids unattended. campfires leave never
treat the water before drinking. before water the treat
of injury from buried debris and collision with vehicles vehicles with collision and debris buried from injury of in places. in
Always use water not sand to extinguish your fire and and fire your extinguish to sand not water use Always •
eastern beach and all five camping areas. Be sure to boil or or boil to sure Be areas. camping five all and beach eastern
between The Wrecks and Ben-Ewa. There is a high risk risk high a is There Ben-Ewa. and Wrecks The between Mobile phone—keep in mind that reception may be poor poor be may reception that mind in phone—keep Mobile •
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are unstable and can collapse without warning. Serious Serious warning. without collapse can and unstable are
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with Connect Don’t climb on the shipwrecks at Tangalooma or Bulwer. Bulwer. or Tangalooma at shipwrecks the on climb Don’t • Discovery guide Discovery
Welcome to Discover Moreton Island Explore natur ally Starting your journey Moreton Island Cross Moreton Bay and discover an island paradise filled Walking is one of the best ways to see the island. Grab your (Mulgumpin) with freshwater lagoons, spectacular wildflowers, historic binoculars and your camera to capture those special Escape the urban grind and experience an island paradise on buildings and endless sandy beaches. moments. Don’t miss these short walks showcasing the Sourced: Robert Anderson Sourced: Brisbane’s doorstep. Mulgumpin is the Uncle Bob Anderson island’s attractions. Ngugi Elder Stand in the shadow of Queensland’s first lighthouse, built Reach the island by boat from Brisbane or Victoria Point. traditional name for in 1857 from island sandstone. Feel the cool sea breezes as Cape Moreton circuit 1.3km (30mins) Four-wheel drives are a must for driving on the beach and the Land of the Ngugi people. you stand atop the island’s headland soaking up breathtaking Walk in the shadow of Cape Moreton’s lighthouse. Take in sand tracks. Don’t have a 4WD? Book a tour—for one day or island and bay views. Keep an eye out for migrating The Ngugi people from Mulgumpin form a part of the the stunning island scenery and spot marine life in the ocean combine an overnight stay—to see the island sights. Explore humpback whales (July to November), turtles, dolphins and traditional estate of the Quandamooka peoples and are below. Wind around the headland where signs provide you the bay and its majestic marine life on a chartered boat tour. other marine animals in the surrounding waters. known as cungen zungun people, people of the dugong. with insights into the island geology, whaling, lighthouse For boaties, the Tangalooma Wrecks and western beach Quandamooka people maintain a continuous connection Climb the southern hemisphere’s tallest vegetated sand operation, and the families who lived here. Before heading south of Big Sandhills are popular anchorage sites offering with the land and seaways around Mulgumpin. dune, Mount Tempest towering 280m above sea level, and back, pop into the information centre and discover more shelter in most weather conditions. be rewarded with panoramic views out over the bay as far as about the island and its fascinating past. On the side of a ridge next to a swamp is the island’s Photo: Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt the Glass House Mountains. Ferry tr ansfers biggest and oldest bloodwood tree. Under the tree Mount Tempest lookout 2.2km return (2hrs) headland, the lighthouse and Champagne Pools. Visit Cape MICAT is an old camp where the Quandamooka people have Wander through the ruins of Rous Battery, a frontline Scenic touring From Whyte Island (Brisbane River southside) to After a slow climb to the summit of Mount Tempest you Moreton, explore the rocky headland, see the historic left three uneaten sand crabs atop a small midden. defence in World War II, and imagine being a soldier living With more than 70km of sandy beaches, why not explore Tangalooma Wrecks will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the island, lighthouse and wander through the information centre. In a small patch of embryonic rainforest a community among the sand dunes. Stroll over vast sand blows created Moreton Island’s sights in your 4WD. You can try our two Pedestrian and vehicle transport. Moreton Bay and, on a clear day, the Glass House Mountains. Have a refreshing dip in picturesque Blue Lagoon before over thousands of years by currents and prevailing winds moretonislandadventures.com.au of elkhorn and crow’s nest ferns grow as tall as a man Catch your breath and take in the scenery at seats along suggested routes or create your own self-guided journey. climbing Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including Bookings: (07) 3909 3333 and carpet pythons hunt the frogs and bandicoots moving individual sand grains. Remember to check the tides and avoid beach travel 2hrs the way. Learn about the island’s indigenous people and stops and time to explore. that live there. Cool off in Blue Lagoon, a freshwater oasis set amid compare Moreton Bay’s indigenous placenames with their either side of high tide. Tangalooma passenger launch From Pinkenba (Brisbane River northside) to Tangalooma In the valley of a sand blow stands a sculpted city of flowering heathland. European ones. Southern Island discovery drive is a circuit exploring Drive safely Resort (daily). Pedestrian only transport. For Tangalooma petrified tree stumps. Felled by a raging storm their Come for the day or take your time on an extended camping the southern part of the island with stops at The Desert—a Long stretches of beach sound like the perfect highway guests and day trippers only. tangalooma.com twisted, bleaching roots reach like slender towers Five Hills lookout track 1km return (30mins) adventure. Leave the mainland behind and explore all that popular sand tobogganing site, the Big and Little Sandhills but beaches have natural hazards. Washouts, exposed Bookings: 1300 652 250 or (07) 3637 2000 towards the sun. These are just three of Mulgumpin’s Climb through low heath until you reach the top of a large Moreton Island has to offer. and Mirapool Lagoon—a sanctuary for migratory and rocks, and very soft sand can make four-wheel driving more special places and three reasons why I feel so lucky to sand dune and enjoy the views over Heath Island, the Five Amity Trader resident shorebirds. Take a longer break to see the sights challenging particularly after heavy rain and rough seas. be a ranger on Moreton Island. Hills area and coastal swamps. Birdwatchers, this track offers From Victoria Point to Kooringal (holidays & peak times only). of Rous Battery—a WWII military defence base or climb up Stay alert, drive to conditions, stick to normal road rules and amitytrader.com Bookings: (07) 3820 6557 Ranger Peter a great vantage point to spot shorebirds. Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including stops and don’t take any careless risks. (Left) Ranger Peter; time to explore. Permits (right) Blue Lagoon; Use the distance markers (yellow triangles) every 2km (far right) North Buy your camping and vehicle permits before visiting Point beach looking Northern Island discovery drive covers the northern along the eastern beach to work out your location. If you Moreton Island. You can book camping up to six months in south to Five Hills. section of Moreton Island. You’ll discover highlights need urgent medical assistance, call Triple Zero (000) and advance from: Photos: (left) Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt; including the Tangalooma Wrecks, the Five Hills lookout give the operator the letter and number; north of Middle • mulgumpincamping.net.au (right) © Tourism and Events Qld; (far right) track featuring scenic views, North Point beach and Road—‘N’ with even numbers and south of Middle Road— • Moreton Island Adventures when booking your barge Robert Ashdown © ‘S’ with odd numbers. Qld Government from Brisbane to the island (07) 3909 3333.
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area. Exposed surf beaches. surf Exposed area. waters. bay Sheltered area. sites. near sites. camp to access
large tidal lagoon. tidal large waters. bay Sheltered camping Lagoon Blue the in sites camping Point Comboyuro bays in parking Vehicle Road. Middle of north beach vehicle No Resort. Tangalooma waters. bay sheltered
dead dugongs, turtles, whales or dolphins. or whales turtles, dugongs, dead
Heath Island. Surf beach with with beach Surf Island. Heath shade. and views sea have excluding Creek, Spitfire to north and Ben-Ewa between Bay. Honeymoon and beach eastern the on Located Lagoon. of distance walking within with beach western waters. bay sheltered
(1300 264 625) 264 (1300 or injured any report to between North Point and and Point North between beaches. surf Exposed shade. sites Many areas. camping heading Road, Middle between beach western on Located Point North to area camping Blue to area camping the from and point landing barge the on Located winds. with beach western the
in the Yellow Patch area, area, Patch Yellow the in and views ocean with many social close, to sites secluded beach Eastern shade. and views shade. and views sea have from track Walking available. track Walking beach. surf to next located as vehicles strong from protection on Located township.
ANIMAL 1300 Qld RSPCA on on Contact
Located on western beach beach western on Located sites, Various Battery. Rous from range Sites Toulkerrie. sea have sites Many areas. camping sites Many areas. camping are sites caravans and ocean the to access beach Easy without campers with Popular Good sites. camp Bulwer of distance walking
Marine animal strandings animal Marine with sea views and shade. shade. and views sea with to south Road, Middle from to Bypass Tangalooma from social close, to sites secluded social close, to sites secluded trailers Camper sites. shady shade. with some sites, large bay. sheltered a to next set shady medium-sized, within sites camp shady
Small number of sites, most most sites, of number Small beach eastern on Located beach western on Sites from range and size in vary Sites from ranging sites Various many with area grassy Large to medium of selection Large sites defined Medium–sized, with valley, a in Set with area camping Large
qld.gov.au\MarineParks permitted activities, visit visit activities, permitted
camping zone camping area camping
South-east camping zone camping South-east zone camping South-west zone camping North-east zone camping North-west area camping Point North area camping Lagoon Blue area camping Wrecks The area camping Ben-Ewa and rules park marine about information For Island.
Patch Yellow Point Comboyuro
Moreton surrounds Park Marine Bay Moreton camping at a glance a at camping
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speech for 106 text or (000) Zero Triple Call
leisurely (left). Desert The at tour fish offal below the high tide mark and clean up after you’ve you’ve after up clean and mark tide high the below offal fish
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Western beach—a place to relax relax to place beach—a Western
Unwind control these pests by keeping your camp site tidy. Pack Pack tidy. site camp your keeping by pests these control
issues for visitors. for issues will eat anything including bread and biscuits. Help rangers rangers Help biscuits. and bread including anything eat will
island for the latest information about any closures or or closures any about information latest the for island efficient scavengers. They easily find and scatter rubbish and and rubbish scatter and find easily They scavengers. efficient
Check Park Alerts on the website before you head to the the to head you before website the on Alerts Park Check • Feral pigs have an acute sense of smell making them highly highly them making smell of sense acute an have pigs Feral
Tune into local radio stations for weather updates. weather for stations radio local into Tune • Fer al foes—camp pig-safe foes—camp al Fer protection. serious burns walking on fires covered with sand. sand. with covered fires on walking burns serious
driving along the beach. the along driving Insect repellent, sun-smart clothing and sunscreen for for sunscreen and clothing sun-smart repellent, Insect • never leave campfires unattended. Kids have suffered suffered have Kids unattended. campfires leave never
treat the water before drinking. before water the treat of injury from buried debris and collision with vehicles vehicles with collision and debris buried from injury of in places. in
Always use water not sand to extinguish your fire and and fire your extinguish to sand not water use Always •
eastern beach and all five camping areas. Be sure to boil or or boil to sure Be areas. camping five all and beach eastern between The Wrecks and Ben-Ewa. There is a high risk risk high a is There Ben-Ewa. and Wrecks The between Mobile phone—keep in mind that reception may be poor poor be may reception that mind in phone—keep Mobile •
exposed sand dunes or sand cliffs. cliffs. sand or dunes sand exposed
western beach, Rous Battery and Eagers Beach on the the on Beach Eagers and Battery Rous beach, western
Do not sand toboggan on the western facing dunes dunes facing western the on toboggan sand not Do • First aid kit. aid First •
Never climb or dig into into dig or climb Never injury or death can result. result. can death or injury
You can collect fresh water from the Big Sandhills on the the on Sandhills Big the from water fresh collect can You
snatch strap and tow rope. tow and strap snatch and around vehicles on the beach. the on vehicles around and
are unstable and can collapse without warning. Serious Serious warning. without collapse can and unstable are
Water points Water
Vehicle spares, extra fuel, water, tyre gauge, air pump, pump, air gauge, tyre water, fuel, extra spares, Vehicle • Supervise your children at all times especially near water water near especially times all at children your Supervise •
Sand slips are silent. Exposed sand dunes and sand cliffs cliffs sand and dunes sand Exposed silent. are slips Sand •
Portable toilet if camping away from facilities. facilities. from away camping if toilet Portable •
objects can be hard to see. to hard be can objects
very difficult to see. to difficult very
before booking your camp site. camp your booking before
sure it’s sound-rated at 65 decibels or less. or decibels 65 at sound-rated it’s sure
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Never dive into water as sandbanks and submerged submerged and sandbanks as water into dive Never •
Avoid night driving—obstacles and wash-outs can be be can wash-outs and driving—obstacles night Avoid •
Enjoy having a campfire; check where fires are permitted permitted are fires where check campfire; a having Enjoy
Generator if staying in a camping zone (optional). Make Make (optional). zone camping a in staying if Generator • holiday, your planning help For
and may have strong currents, rips and sharks. and rips currents, strong have may and
Beach driving is best within 2hrs of low tide. low of 2hrs within best is driving Beach •
rubbish for disposal. disposal. for rubbish totem. a with marked are
Take care if swimming in the ocean—it’s not patrolled patrolled not ocean—it’s the in swimming if care Take • @QldParks, #QldParks @QldParks,
Sealable containers and strong plastic bags to bag your your bag to bags plastic strong and containers Sealable • sites camp All limited. are facilities as fuel and toilet portable to be self-sufficient and plan ahead for any contingency. any for ahead plan and self-sufficient be to
track as the cliff edge can be unstable. be can edge cliff the as track
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tablets if collecting water on the island. the on water collecting if tablets a including trip, of style your for need you everything doctor. Medical assistance may be hours away so you need need you so away hours be may assistance Medical doctor.
and Recreation Area Recreation and Keep behind the fence on the Cape Moreton walking walking Moreton Cape the on fence the behind Keep •
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Drinking water or storage containers and sterilisation sterilisation and containers storage or water Drinking • bring to Remember you. suit to experience camping Island sand island is remote with limited facilities and no resident resident no and facilities limited with remote is island sand
you away. you
Park National
timber is not permitted. not is timber Moreton a is there facilities, no with sites camp beach visitor. Although it’s just a stone’s throw from Brisbane, this this Brisbane, from throw stone’s a just it’s Although visitor.
qld.gov.au/NationalParks
Stay away from beach rocks—surf and swell can wash wash can swell and rocks—surf beach from away Stay •
Untreated, clean milled firewood as collecting bush bush collecting as firewood milled clean Untreated, • secluded to facilities with areas camping social From Moreton Island has many natural hazards for the unwary unwary the for hazards natural many has Island Moreton
Moreton Island Island Moreton Queensland National Parks National Queensland
They may collapse causing serious injuries. serious causing collapse may They
Staying safe Staying relaxingly Camp The essential packlist essential The
with Connect Don’t climb on the shipwrecks at Tangalooma or Bulwer. Bulwer. or Tangalooma at shipwrecks the on climb Don’t • Discovery guide Discovery
Welcome to Discover Moreton Island Explore natur ally Starting your journey Moreton Island Cross Moreton Bay and discover an island paradise filled Walking is one of the best ways to see the island. Grab your (Mulgumpin) with freshwater lagoons, spectacular wildflowers, historic binoculars and your camera to capture those special Escape the urban grind and experience an island paradise on buildings and endless sandy beaches. moments. Don’t miss these short walks showcasing the Sourced: Robert Anderson Sourced: Brisbane’s doorstep. Mulgumpin is the Uncle Bob Anderson island’s attractions. Ngugi Elder Stand in the shadow of Queensland’s first lighthouse, built Reach the island by boat from Brisbane or Victoria Point. traditional name for in 1857 from island sandstone. Feel the cool sea breezes as Cape Moreton circuit 1.3km (30mins) Four-wheel drives are a must for driving on the beach and the Land of the Ngugi people. you stand atop the island’s headland soaking up breathtaking Walk in the shadow of Cape Moreton’s lighthouse. Take in sand tracks. Don’t have a 4WD? Book a tour—for one day or island and bay views. Keep an eye out for migrating The Ngugi people from Mulgumpin form a part of the the stunning island scenery and spot marine life in the ocean combine an overnight stay—to see the island sights. Explore humpback whales (July to November), turtles, dolphins and traditional estate of the Quandamooka peoples and are below. Wind around the headland where signs provide you the bay and its majestic marine life on a chartered boat tour. other marine animals in the surrounding waters. known as cungen zungun people, people of the dugong. with insights into the island geology, whaling, lighthouse For boaties, the Tangalooma Wrecks and western beach Quandamooka people maintain a continuous connection Climb the southern hemisphere’s tallest vegetated sand operation, and the families who lived here. Before heading south of Big Sandhills are popular anchorage sites offering with the land and seaways around Mulgumpin. dune, Mount Tempest towering 280m above sea level, and back, pop into the information centre and discover more shelter in most weather conditions. be rewarded with panoramic views out over the bay as far as about the island and its fascinating past. On the side of a ridge next to a swamp is the island’s Photo: Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt the Glass House Mountains. Ferry tr ansfers biggest and oldest bloodwood tree. Under the tree Mount Tempest lookout 2.2km return (2hrs) headland, the lighthouse and Champagne Pools. Visit Cape MICAT is an old camp where the Quandamooka people have Wander through the ruins of Rous Battery, a frontline Scenic touring From Whyte Island (Brisbane River southside) to After a slow climb to the summit of Mount Tempest you Moreton, explore the rocky headland, see the historic left three uneaten sand crabs atop a small midden. defence in World War II, and imagine being a soldier living With more than 70km of sandy beaches, why not explore Tangalooma Wrecks will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the island, lighthouse and wander through the information centre. In a small patch of embryonic rainforest a community among the sand dunes. Stroll over vast sand blows created Moreton Island’s sights in your 4WD. You can try our two Pedestrian and vehicle transport. Moreton Bay and, on a clear day, the Glass House Mountains. Have a refreshing dip in picturesque Blue Lagoon before over thousands of years by currents and prevailing winds moretonislandadventures.com.au of elkhorn and crow’s nest ferns grow as tall as a man Catch your breath and take in the scenery at seats along suggested routes or create your own self-guided journey. climbing Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including Bookings: (07) 3909 3333 and carpet pythons hunt the frogs and bandicoots moving individual sand grains. Remember to check the tides and avoid beach travel 2hrs the way. Learn about the island’s indigenous people and stops and time to explore. that live there. Cool off in Blue Lagoon, a freshwater oasis set amid compare Moreton Bay’s indigenous placenames with their either side of high tide. Tangalooma passenger launch From Pinkenba (Brisbane River northside) to Tangalooma In the valley of a sand blow stands a sculpted city of flowering heathland. European ones. Southern Island discovery drive is a circuit exploring Drive safely Resort (daily). Pedestrian only transport. For Tangalooma petrified tree stumps. Felled by a raging storm their Come for the day or take your time on an extended camping the southern part of the island with stops at The Desert—a Long stretches of beach sound like the perfect highway guests and day trippers only. tangalooma.com twisted, bleaching roots reach like slender towers Five Hills lookout track 1km return (30mins) adventure. Leave the mainland behind and explore all that popular sand tobogganing site, the Big and Little Sandhills but beaches have natural hazards. Washouts, exposed Bookings: 1300 652 250 or (07) 3637 2000 towards the sun. These are just three of Mulgumpin’s Climb through low heath until you reach the top of a large Moreton Island has to offer. and Mirapool Lagoon—a sanctuary for migratory and rocks, and very soft sand can make four-wheel driving more special places and three reasons why I feel so lucky to sand dune and enjoy the views over Heath Island, the Five Amity Trader resident shorebirds. Take a longer break to see the sights challenging particularly after heavy rain and rough seas. be a ranger on Moreton Island. Hills area and coastal swamps. Birdwatchers, this track offers From Victoria Point to Kooringal (holidays & peak times only). of Rous Battery—a WWII military defence base or climb up Stay alert, drive to conditions, stick to normal road rules and amitytrader.com Bookings: (07) 3820 6557 Ranger Peter a great vantage point to spot shorebirds. Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including stops and don’t take any careless risks. (Left) Ranger Peter; time to explore. Permits (right) Blue Lagoon; Use the distance markers (yellow triangles) every 2km (far right) North Buy your camping and vehicle permits before visiting Point beach looking Northern Island discovery drive covers the northern along the eastern beach to work out your location. If you Moreton Island. You can book camping up to six months in south to Five Hills. section of Moreton Island. You’ll discover highlights need urgent medical assistance, call Triple Zero (000) and advance from: Photos: (left) Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt; including the Tangalooma Wrecks, the Five Hills lookout give the operator the letter and number; north of Middle • mulgumpincamping.net.au (right) © Tourism and Events Qld; (far right) track featuring scenic views, North Point beach and Road—‘N’ with even numbers and south of Middle Road— • Moreton Island Adventures when booking your barge Robert Ashdown © ‘S’ with odd numbers. Qld Government from Brisbane to the island (07) 3909 3333.
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Welcome to Discover Moreton Island Explore natur ally Starting your journey Moreton Island Cross Moreton Bay and discover an island paradise filled Walking is one of the best ways to see the island. Grab your (Mulgumpin) with freshwater lagoons, spectacular wildflowers, historic binoculars and your camera to capture those special Escape the urban grind and experience an island paradise on buildings and endless sandy beaches. moments. Don’t miss these short walks showcasing the Sourced: Robert Anderson Sourced: Brisbane’s doorstep. Mulgumpin is the Uncle Bob Anderson island’s attractions. Ngugi Elder Stand in the shadow of Queensland’s first lighthouse, built Reach the island by boat from Brisbane or Victoria Point. traditional name for in 1857 from island sandstone. Feel the cool sea breezes as Cape Moreton circuit 1.3km (30mins) Four-wheel drives are a must for driving on the beach and the Land of the Ngugi people. you stand atop the island’s headland soaking up breathtaking Walk in the shadow of Cape Moreton’s lighthouse. Take in sand tracks. Don’t have a 4WD? Book a tour—for one day or island and bay views. Keep an eye out for migrating The Ngugi people from Mulgumpin form a part of the the stunning island scenery and spot marine life in the ocean combine an overnight stay—to see the island sights. Explore humpback whales (July to November), turtles, dolphins and traditional estate of the Quandamooka peoples and are below. Wind around the headland where signs provide you the bay and its majestic marine life on a chartered boat tour. other marine animals in the surrounding waters. known as cungen zungun people, people of the dugong. with insights into the island geology, whaling, lighthouse For boaties, the Tangalooma Wrecks and western beach Quandamooka people maintain a continuous connection Climb the southern hemisphere’s tallest vegetated sand operation, and the families who lived here. Before heading south of Big Sandhills are popular anchorage sites offering with the land and seaways around Mulgumpin. dune, Mount Tempest towering 280m above sea level, and back, pop into the information centre and discover more shelter in most weather conditions. be rewarded with panoramic views out over the bay as far as about the island and its fascinating past. On the side of a ridge next to a swamp is the island’s Photo: Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt the Glass House Mountains. Ferry tr ansfers biggest and oldest bloodwood tree. Under the tree Mount Tempest lookout 2.2km return (2hrs) headland, the lighthouse and Champagne Pools. Visit Cape MICAT is an old camp where the Quandamooka people have Wander through the ruins of Rous Battery, a frontline Scenic touring From Whyte Island (Brisbane River southside) to After a slow climb to the summit of Mount Tempest you Moreton, explore the rocky headland, see the historic left three uneaten sand crabs atop a small midden. defence in World War II, and imagine being a soldier living With more than 70km of sandy beaches, why not explore Tangalooma Wrecks will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the island, lighthouse and wander through the information centre. In a small patch of embryonic rainforest a community among the sand dunes. Stroll over vast sand blows created Moreton Island’s sights in your 4WD. You can try our two Pedestrian and vehicle transport. Moreton Bay and, on a clear day, the Glass House Mountains. Have a refreshing dip in picturesque Blue Lagoon before over thousands of years by currents and prevailing winds moretonislandadventures.com.au of elkhorn and crow’s nest ferns grow as tall as a man Catch your breath and take in the scenery at seats along suggested routes or create your own self-guided journey. climbing Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including Bookings: (07) 3909 3333 and carpet pythons hunt the frogs and bandicoots moving individual sand grains. Remember to check the tides and avoid beach travel 2hrs the way. Learn about the island’s indigenous people and stops and time to explore. that live there. Cool off in Blue Lagoon, a freshwater oasis set amid compare Moreton Bay’s indigenous placenames with their either side of high tide. Tangalooma passenger launch From Pinkenba (Brisbane River northside) to Tangalooma In the valley of a sand blow stands a sculpted city of flowering heathland. European ones. Southern Island discovery drive is a circuit exploring Drive safely Resort (daily). Pedestrian only transport. For Tangalooma petrified tree stumps. Felled by a raging storm their Come for the day or take your time on an extended camping the southern part of the island with stops at The Desert—a Long stretches of beach sound like the perfect highway guests and day trippers only. tangalooma.com twisted, bleaching roots reach like slender towers Five Hills lookout track 1km return (30mins) adventure. Leave the mainland behind and explore all that popular sand tobogganing site, the Big and Little Sandhills but beaches have natural hazards. Washouts, exposed Bookings: 1300 652 250 or (07) 3637 2000 towards the sun. These are just three of Mulgumpin’s Climb through low heath until you reach the top of a large Moreton Island has to offer. and Mirapool Lagoon—a sanctuary for migratory and rocks, and very soft sand can make four-wheel driving more special places and three reasons why I feel so lucky to sand dune and enjoy the views over Heath Island, the Five Amity Trader resident shorebirds. Take a longer break to see the sights challenging particularly after heavy rain and rough seas. be a ranger on Moreton Island. Hills area and coastal swamps. Birdwatchers, this track offers From Victoria Point to Kooringal (holidays & peak times only). of Rous Battery—a WWII military defence base or climb up Stay alert, drive to conditions, stick to normal road rules and amitytrader.com Bookings: (07) 3820 6557 Ranger Peter a great vantage point to spot shorebirds. Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including stops and don’t take any careless risks. (Left) Ranger Peter; time to explore. Permits (right) Blue Lagoon; Use the distance markers (yellow triangles) every 2km (far right) North Buy your camping and vehicle permits before visiting Point beach looking Northern Island discovery drive covers the northern along the eastern beach to work out your location. If you Moreton Island. You can book camping up to six months in south to Five Hills. section of Moreton Island. You’ll discover highlights need urgent medical assistance, call Triple Zero (000) and advance from: Photos: (left) Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt; including the Tangalooma Wrecks, the Five Hills lookout give the operator the letter and number; north of Middle • mulgumpincamping.net.au (right) © Tourism and Events Qld; (far right) track featuring scenic views, North Point beach and Road—‘N’ with even numbers and south of Middle Road— • Moreton Island Adventures when booking your barge Robert Ashdown © ‘S’ with odd numbers. Qld Government from Brisbane to the island (07) 3909 3333.
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near sites. near sites. camp to access area. Exposed surf beaches. surf Exposed area. waters. bay Sheltered area.
bays in parking Vehicle Road. Middle of north beach vehicle No Resort. Tangalooma waters. bay sheltered large tidal lagoon. tidal large waters. bay Sheltered camping Lagoon Blue the in sites camping Point Comboyuro
dead dugongs, turtles, whales or dolphins. or whales turtles, dugongs, dead
beach and Honeymoon Bay. Bay. Honeymoon and beach eastern the on Located Lagoon. of distance walking within with beach western waters. bay sheltered Heath Island. Surf beach with with beach Surf Island. Heath shade. and views sea have excluding Creek, Spitfire to north and Ben-Ewa between
(1300 264 625) 264 (1300 or injured any report to camping area to North Point Point North to area camping Blue to area camping the from and point landing barge the on Located winds. with beach western the between North Point and and Point North between beaches. surf Exposed shade. sites Many areas. camping heading Road, Middle between beach western on Located
available. Walking track from from track Walking available. track Walking beach. surf to next located as vehicles strong from protection on Located township. in the Yellow Patch area, area, Patch Yellow the in and views ocean with many social close, to sites secluded beach Eastern shade. and views shade. and views sea have
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and caravans sites are are sites caravans and ocean the to access beach Easy without campers with Popular Good sites. camp Bulwer of distance walking Located on western beach beach western on Located sites, Various Battery. Rous from range Sites Toulkerrie. sea have sites Many areas. camping sites Many areas. camping
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shady sites. Camper trailers trailers Camper sites. shady shade. with some sites, large bay. sheltered a to next set shady medium-sized, within sites camp shady with sea views and shade. shade. and views sea with to south Road, Middle from to Bypass Tangalooma from social close, to sites secluded social close, to sites secluded
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issues for visitors. for issues will eat anything including bread and biscuits. Help rangers rangers Help biscuits. and bread including anything eat will
island for the latest information about any closures or or closures any about information latest the for island efficient scavengers. They easily find and scatter rubbish and and rubbish scatter and find easily They scavengers. efficient
Check Park Alerts on the website before you head to the the to head you before website the on Alerts Park Check • Feral pigs have an acute sense of smell making them highly highly them making smell of sense acute an have pigs Feral
Tune into local radio stations for weather updates. weather for stations radio local into Tune • Fer al foes—camp pig-safe foes—camp al Fer protection.
serious burns walking on fires covered with sand. sand. with covered fires on walking burns serious
driving along the beach. the along driving Insect repellent, sun-smart clothing and sunscreen for for sunscreen and clothing sun-smart repellent, Insect •
never leave campfires unattended. Kids have suffered suffered have Kids unattended. campfires leave never
treat the water before drinking. before water the treat
of injury from buried debris and collision with vehicles vehicles with collision and debris buried from injury of in places. in
Always use water not sand to extinguish your fire and and fire your extinguish to sand not water use Always •
eastern beach and all five camping areas. Be sure to boil or or boil to sure Be areas. camping five all and beach eastern
between The Wrecks and Ben-Ewa. There is a high risk risk high a is There Ben-Ewa. and Wrecks The between Mobile phone—keep in mind that reception may be poor poor be may reception that mind in phone—keep Mobile •
exposed sand dunes or sand cliffs. cliffs. sand or dunes sand exposed
western beach, Rous Battery and Eagers Beach on the the on Beach Eagers and Battery Rous beach, western
Do not sand toboggan on the western facing dunes dunes facing western the on toboggan sand not Do • First aid kit. aid First •
Never climb or dig into into dig or climb Never injury or death can result. result. can death or injury
You can collect fresh water from the Big Sandhills on the the on Sandhills Big the from water fresh collect can You
snatch strap and tow rope. tow and strap snatch and around vehicles on the beach. the on vehicles around and
are unstable and can collapse without warning. Serious Serious warning. without collapse can and unstable are
Water points Water
Vehicle spares, extra fuel, water, tyre gauge, air pump, pump, air gauge, tyre water, fuel, extra spares, Vehicle • Supervise your children at all times especially near water water near especially times all at children your Supervise •
Sand slips are silent. Exposed sand dunes and sand cliffs cliffs sand and dunes sand Exposed silent. are slips Sand •
Portable toilet if camping away from facilities. facilities. from away camping if toilet Portable •
objects can be hard to see. to hard be can objects
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before booking your camp site. camp your booking before
sure it’s sound-rated at 65 decibels or less. or decibels 65 at sound-rated it’s sure
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Never dive into water as sandbanks and submerged submerged and sandbanks as water into dive Never •
Avoid night driving—obstacles and wash-outs can be be can wash-outs and driving—obstacles night Avoid •
Enjoy having a campfire; check where fires are permitted permitted are fires where check campfire; a having Enjoy
Generator if staying in a camping zone (optional). Make Make (optional). zone camping a in staying if Generator • For help planning your holiday, holiday, your planning help For
and may have strong currents, rips and sharks. and rips currents, strong have may and
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you away. you
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timber is not permitted. not is timber Moreton a is there facilities, no with sites camp beach visitor. Although it’s just a stone’s throw from Brisbane, this this Brisbane, from throw stone’s a just it’s Although visitor.
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Stay away from beach rocks—surf and swell can wash wash can swell and rocks—surf beach from away Stay •
Untreated, clean milled firewood as collecting bush bush collecting as firewood milled clean Untreated, • secluded to facilities with areas camping social From Moreton Island has many natural hazards for the unwary unwary the for hazards natural many has Island Moreton
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They may collapse causing serious injuries. serious causing collapse may They
Camp relaxingly Camp Staying safe Staying The essential packlist essential The
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Don’t climb on the shipwrecks at Tangalooma or Bulwer. Bulwer. or Tangalooma at shipwrecks the on climb Don’t • Discovery guide Discovery
Welcome to Discover Moreton Island Explore natur ally Starting your journey Moreton Island Cross Moreton Bay and discover an island paradise filled Walking is one of the best ways to see the island. Grab your (Mulgumpin) with freshwater lagoons, spectacular wildflowers, historic binoculars and your camera to capture those special Escape the urban grind and experience an island paradise on buildings and endless sandy beaches. moments. Don’t miss these short walks showcasing the Sourced: Robert Anderson Sourced: Brisbane’s doorstep. Mulgumpin is the Uncle Bob Anderson island’s attractions. Ngugi Elder Stand in the shadow of Queensland’s first lighthouse, built Reach the island by boat from Brisbane or Victoria Point. traditional name for in 1857 from island sandstone. Feel the cool sea breezes as Cape Moreton circuit 1.3km (30mins) Four-wheel drives are a must for driving on the beach and the Land of the Ngugi people. you stand atop the island’s headland soaking up breathtaking Walk in the shadow of Cape Moreton’s lighthouse. Take in sand tracks. Don’t have a 4WD? Book a tour—for one day or island and bay views. Keep an eye out for migrating The Ngugi people from Mulgumpin form a part of the the stunning island scenery and spot marine life in the ocean combine an overnight stay—to see the island sights. Explore humpback whales (July to November), turtles, dolphins and traditional estate of the Quandamooka peoples and are below. Wind around the headland where signs provide you the bay and its majestic marine life on a chartered boat tour. other marine animals in the surrounding waters. known as cungen zungun people, people of the dugong. with insights into the island geology, whaling, lighthouse For boaties, the Tangalooma Wrecks and western beach Quandamooka people maintain a continuous connection Climb the southern hemisphere’s tallest vegetated sand operation, and the families who lived here. Before heading south of Big Sandhills are popular anchorage sites offering with the land and seaways around Mulgumpin. dune, Mount Tempest towering 280m above sea level, and back, pop into the information centre and discover more shelter in most weather conditions. be rewarded with panoramic views out over the bay as far as about the island and its fascinating past. On the side of a ridge next to a swamp is the island’s Photo: Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt the Glass House Mountains. Ferry tr ansfers biggest and oldest bloodwood tree. Under the tree Mount Tempest lookout 2.2km return (2hrs) headland, the lighthouse and Champagne Pools. Visit Cape MICAT is an old camp where the Quandamooka people have Wander through the ruins of Rous Battery, a frontline Scenic touring From Whyte Island (Brisbane River southside) to After a slow climb to the summit of Mount Tempest you Moreton, explore the rocky headland, see the historic left three uneaten sand crabs atop a small midden. defence in World War II, and imagine being a soldier living With more than 70km of sandy beaches, why not explore Tangalooma Wrecks will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the island, lighthouse and wander through the information centre. In a small patch of embryonic rainforest a community among the sand dunes. Stroll over vast sand blows created Moreton Island’s sights in your 4WD. You can try our two Pedestrian and vehicle transport. Moreton Bay and, on a clear day, the Glass House Mountains. Have a refreshing dip in picturesque Blue Lagoon before over thousands of years by currents and prevailing winds moretonislandadventures.com.au of elkhorn and crow’s nest ferns grow as tall as a man Catch your breath and take in the scenery at seats along suggested routes or create your own self-guided journey. climbing Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including Bookings: (07) 3909 3333 and carpet pythons hunt the frogs and bandicoots moving individual sand grains. Remember to check the tides and avoid beach travel 2hrs the way. Learn about the island’s indigenous people and stops and time to explore. that live there. Cool off in Blue Lagoon, a freshwater oasis set amid compare Moreton Bay’s indigenous placenames with their either side of high tide. Tangalooma passenger launch From Pinkenba (Brisbane River northside) to Tangalooma In the valley of a sand blow stands a sculpted city of flowering heathland. European ones. Southern Island discovery drive is a circuit exploring Drive safely Resort (daily). Pedestrian only transport. For Tangalooma petrified tree stumps. Felled by a raging storm their Come for the day or take your time on an extended camping the southern part of the island with stops at The Desert—a Long stretches of beach sound like the perfect highway guests and day trippers only. tangalooma.com twisted, bleaching roots reach like slender towers Five Hills lookout track 1km return (30mins) adventure. Leave the mainland behind and explore all that popular sand tobogganing site, the Big and Little Sandhills but beaches have natural hazards. Washouts, exposed Bookings: 1300 652 250 or (07) 3637 2000 towards the sun. These are just three of Mulgumpin’s Climb through low heath until you reach the top of a large Moreton Island has to offer. and Mirapool Lagoon—a sanctuary for migratory and rocks, and very soft sand can make four-wheel driving more special places and three reasons why I feel so lucky to sand dune and enjoy the views over Heath Island, the Five Amity Trader resident shorebirds. Take a longer break to see the sights challenging particularly after heavy rain and rough seas. be a ranger on Moreton Island. Hills area and coastal swamps. Birdwatchers, this track offers From Victoria Point to Kooringal (holidays & peak times only). of Rous Battery—a WWII military defence base or climb up Stay alert, drive to conditions, stick to normal road rules and amitytrader.com Bookings: (07) 3820 6557 Ranger Peter a great vantage point to spot shorebirds. Mount Tempest. Allow 6hrs to complete including stops and don’t take any careless risks. (Left) Ranger Peter; time to explore. Permits (right) Blue Lagoon; Use the distance markers (yellow triangles) every 2km (far right) North Buy your camping and vehicle permits before visiting Point beach looking Northern Island discovery drive covers the northern along the eastern beach to work out your location. If you Moreton Island. You can book camping up to six months in south to Five Hills. section of Moreton Island. You’ll discover highlights need urgent medical assistance, call Triple Zero (000) and advance from: Photos: (left) Leanne Siebuhr © Qld Govt; including the Tangalooma Wrecks, the Five Hills lookout give the operator the letter and number; north of Middle • mulgumpincamping.net.au (right) © Tourism and Events Qld; (far right) track featuring scenic views, North Point beach and Road—‘N’ with even numbers and south of Middle Road— • Moreton Island Adventures when booking your barge Robert Ashdown © ‘S’ with odd numbers. Qld Government from Brisbane to the island (07) 3909 3333. Moreton Bay Marine Park Make your holiday memorable! North Point Champagne Honeymoon Bay Pools
Cape Moreton 4 Yellow Patch 2 Heath Island
Cape Cliff 5 N14 Tailor Bight Bulwer–North Point Rd Lake Jabiru
Five Hills N12 Dog Creek Spitfire Comboyuro Creek Point
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Blue Lagoon Road Blue N8 Lagoon Curtin Artificial Reef 1 Blue Lagoon
3 3 Honeyeater Lake
1. Refresh yourself with a dip in the cool, fresh waters of Blue Lagoon. Take your kayak or Due to creek N6 paddle board to explore further afield. crossings, low 9 Telegraph 2. Feel the adrenaline rush as you slide down steep sand dunes at The Desert. tide access only. Cravens Walking Track 3. Paddle at your own pace in the calm waters from Tangalooma south to Toulkerrie. If one 4 Creek Cherubs Cave day isn’t enough, camp at one of the many remote camp sites along this stretch of beach. 4. Be invigorated in this natural spa as water cascades over the North Point rocks on the incoming tide. 5. Soak up some history as you wander through the sand dunes and discover the relics of the Rous Battery—a WWII defence battery built to protect Brisbane from enemy attack. 6. Catch your own dinner. Whether you’re fishing for tailor, flathead, dart, bream, whiting or something else, try your luck at Cowan Cowan N4 Henderson plenty of spots from surf beaches to rocky headlands. 8km Rock 7. Enjoy a stunning sunset from Cape Moreton. As the sun’s rays disappear over the bay see this majestic sandstone lighthouse illuminate in brilliant orange hues. Once the sky darkens you’ll be able to see the rotating light of this active lighthouse.
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Mt Tempest N2 Moreton Bay Marine Park 8 Ben-Ewa Eagers Beach
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Tangalooma wrecks One way Tangalooma Bypass The Wrecks One way S1 Middle Road
Photos: 1 and 4 © Tourism and Events Queensland; 2 and 6 © Moreton Island Adventures; 3 © Kristy Currie; 5 and 7 © Queensland Government Tangalooma Resort Distance markers for emergencies are located on the ocean beach at 2km intervals 6 S3 north (N followed by an even number) and south (S and an odd number) of Middle Road. 6 The Desert
Rous Battery 7 Tangalooma Point Walking Track Walks at a glance S5 Scale 0 1 2 3 4 5 6km Track Walk Track name Distance Access Point class time Ocean Beach (north of 1 Blue Lagoon track 2 500m return 20mins Bulwer-Blue Lagoon Road) 9.8km S7 Northern end of North Point 2 Honeymoon Bay track 2 700m return 20mins camping area Car park off Bulwer-Blue 3 Honeyeater Lake track 2 60m return 5mins Lagoon Road Cape Moreton track (includes White Rock 4 3 1.5km circuit 1hr Cape Moreton car park Shark Spit information centre) Legend S9 Five Hills (off Bulwer-North Recreation area 5 Five Hills lookout track 3 1km return 30mins Caution: At times, Point Road) exposed rocks make Conservation park Western beach (1 km south beaches impassable, 6 The Desert track 3 1.1km circuit 1hr Caution: The beach especially after rough Settlements of Tangalooma) between Kooringal and sea conditions. Sand Tangalooma is not always 7 Rous Battery track 3 9.8km one-way 3.5hrs The Desert Road trafficable even at low tide. S11 Reef
Mount Tempest car park off Private lease 8 Mount Tempest lookout track 4 2.2km return 2hrs Rous Middle Road Battery No vehicle access Mount Tempest car park off 20km/hr zone 9 Telegraph Road track 4 16km return 6hrs Middle Road 30km/hr zone Special protection zone and low tide access only Big S13 4WD vehicle track Sandhills Walkers—keep in mind! Walking track Creeks • Walking over sand blows or up steep sections of tracks can be very tiring—plan to do this in the Rocks, intermittently cooler months and the cooler parts of the day. Carry plenty of water and keep to the walking tracks. exposed Amphitheatre • For the longer walks, let someone know where you’re going, when you plan to return and what to do Moreton Bay Camping area if you’re late or lost. Marine Park S15 Camper 4WD access Little Ranger station Sandhills Toilets Drives at a glance Showers (cold) Water Drive name Distance Drive time Access Point (treat before use) Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or S17 Walking track Southern Island Discovery Drive 63km circuit 6 hours any point south of Middle Road along Lookout the eastern or western beaches Toulkerrie Bins Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or any Information Northern Island Discovery Drive 55km circuit 6 hours point north of Middle Road along the eastern or western beaches Telephone S19 Accommodation
Mirapool General store Lagoon Walking track classification Vehicle ferry Wreck Short Point Grade Suits Track description Airstrip Moreton Kooringal Track has a hardened or compacted surface and may have a Emergency 2 Families with young children Island Services helipad gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Lighthouse People with some Track may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and Campbell Point Portable toilet 3 waste disposal bushwalking experience many steps. Scuba diving Track may be long, rough and very steep. Day’s Gutter Spearfishing 4 Experienced bushwalkers Reeders Point prohibited Directional signs may be limited. N2 Distance markers S7 Moreton Bay Marine Park Make your holiday memorable! North Point Champagne Honeymoon Bay Pools
Cape Moreton 4 Yellow Patch 2 Heath Island
Cape Cliff 5 N14 Tailor Bight Bulwer–North Point Rd Lake Jabiru
Five Hills N12 Dog Creek Spitfire Comboyuro Creek Point
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Blue Lagoon Road Blue N8 Lagoon Curtin Artificial Reef 1 Blue Lagoon
3 3 Honeyeater Lake
1. Refresh yourself with a dip in the cool, fresh waters of Blue Lagoon. Take your kayak or Due to creek N6 paddle board to explore further afield. crossings, low 9 Telegraph 2. Feel the adrenaline rush as you slide down steep sand dunes at The Desert. tide access only. Cravens Walking Track 3. Paddle at your own pace in the calm waters from Tangalooma south to Toulkerrie. If one 4 Creek Cherubs Cave day isn’t enough, camp at one of the many remote camp sites along this stretch of beach. 4. Be invigorated in this natural spa as water cascades over the North Point rocks on the incoming tide. 5. Soak up some history as you wander through the sand dunes and discover the relics of the Rous Battery—a WWII defence battery built to protect Brisbane from enemy attack. 6. Catch your own dinner. Whether you’re fishing for tailor, flathead, dart, bream, whiting or something else, try your luck at Cowan Cowan N4 Henderson plenty of spots from surf beaches to rocky headlands. 8km Rock 7. Enjoy a stunning sunset from Cape Moreton. As the sun’s rays disappear over the bay see this majestic sandstone lighthouse illuminate in brilliant orange hues. Once the sky darkens you’ll be able to see the rotating light of this active lighthouse.
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Mt Tempest N2 Moreton Bay Marine Park 8 Ben-Ewa Eagers Beach
U-turn areas
Tangalooma wrecks One way Tangalooma Bypass The Wrecks One way S1 Middle Road
Photos: 1 and 4 © Tourism and Events Queensland; 2 and 6 © Moreton Island Adventures; 3 © Kristy Currie; 5 and 7 © Queensland Government Tangalooma Resort Distance markers for emergencies are located on the ocean beach at 2km intervals 6 S3 north (N followed by an even number) and south (S and an odd number) of Middle Road. 6 The Desert
Rous Battery 7 Tangalooma Point Walking Track Walks at a glance S5 Scale 0 1 2 3 4 5 6km Track Walk Track name Distance Access Point class time Ocean Beach (north of 1 Blue Lagoon track 2 500m return 20mins Bulwer-Blue Lagoon Road) 9.8km S7 Northern end of North Point 2 Honeymoon Bay track 2 700m return 20mins camping area Car park off Bulwer-Blue 3 Honeyeater Lake track 2 60m return 5mins Lagoon Road Cape Moreton track (includes White Rock 4 3 1.5km circuit 1hr Cape Moreton car park Shark Spit information centre) Legend S9 Five Hills (off Bulwer-North Recreation area 5 Five Hills lookout track 3 1km return 30mins Caution: At times, Point Road) exposed rocks make Conservation park Western beach (1 km south beaches impassable, 6 The Desert track 3 1.1km circuit 1hr Caution: The beach especially after rough Settlements of Tangalooma) between Kooringal and sea conditions. Sand Tangalooma is not always 7 Rous Battery track 3 9.8km one-way 3.5hrs The Desert Road trafficable even at low tide. S11 Reef
Mount Tempest car park off Private lease 8 Mount Tempest lookout track 4 2.2km return 2hrs Rous Middle Road Battery No vehicle access Mount Tempest car park off 20km/hr zone 9 Telegraph Road track 4 16km return 6hrs Middle Road 30km/hr zone Special protection zone and low tide access only Big S13 4WD vehicle track Sandhills Walkers—keep in mind! Walking track Creeks • Walking over sand blows or up steep sections of tracks can be very tiring—plan to do this in the Rocks, intermittently cooler months and the cooler parts of the day. Carry plenty of water and keep to the walking tracks. exposed Amphitheatre • For the longer walks, let someone know where you’re going, when you plan to return and what to do Moreton Bay Camping area if you’re late or lost. Marine Park S15 Camper 4WD access Little Ranger station Sandhills Toilets Drives at a glance Showers (cold) Water Drive name Distance Drive time Access Point (treat before use) Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or S17 Walking track Southern Island Discovery Drive 63km circuit 6 hours any point south of Middle Road along Lookout the eastern or western beaches Toulkerrie Bins Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or any Information Northern Island Discovery Drive 55km circuit 6 hours point north of Middle Road along the eastern or western beaches Telephone S19 Accommodation
Mirapool General store Lagoon Walking track classification Vehicle ferry Wreck Short Point Grade Suits Track description Airstrip Moreton Kooringal Track has a hardened or compacted surface and may have a Emergency 2 Families with young children Island Services helipad gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Lighthouse People with some Track may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and Campbell Point Portable toilet 3 waste disposal bushwalking experience many steps. Scuba diving Track may be long, rough and very steep. Day’s Gutter Spearfishing 4 Experienced bushwalkers Reeders Point prohibited Directional signs may be limited. N2 Distance markers S7 Moreton Bay Marine Park Make your holiday memorable! North Point Champagne Honeymoon Bay Pools
Cape Moreton 4 Yellow Patch 2 Heath Island
Cape Cliff 5 N14 Tailor Bight Bulwer–North Point Rd Lake Jabiru
Five Hills N12 Dog Creek Spitfire Comboyuro Creek Point
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Blue Lagoon Road Blue N8 Lagoon Curtin Artificial Reef 1 Blue Lagoon
3 3 Honeyeater Lake
1. Refresh yourself with a dip in the cool, fresh waters of Blue Lagoon. Take your kayak or Due to creek N6 paddle board to explore further afield. crossings, low 9 Telegraph 2. Feel the adrenaline rush as you slide down steep sand dunes at The Desert. tide access only. Cravens Walking Track 3. Paddle at your own pace in the calm waters from Tangalooma south to Toulkerrie. If one 4 Creek Cherubs Cave day isn’t enough, camp at one of the many remote camp sites along this stretch of beach. 4. Be invigorated in this natural spa as water cascades over the North Point rocks on the incoming tide. 5. Soak up some history as you wander through the sand dunes and discover the relics of the Rous Battery—a WWII defence battery built to protect Brisbane from enemy attack. 6. Catch your own dinner. Whether you’re fishing for tailor, flathead, dart, bream, whiting or something else, try your luck at Cowan Cowan N4 Henderson plenty of spots from surf beaches to rocky headlands. 8km Rock 7. Enjoy a stunning sunset from Cape Moreton. As the sun’s rays disappear over the bay see this majestic sandstone lighthouse illuminate in brilliant orange hues. Once the sky darkens you’ll be able to see the rotating light of this active lighthouse.
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Mt Tempest N2 Moreton Bay Marine Park 8 Ben-Ewa Eagers Beach
U-turn areas
Tangalooma wrecks One way Tangalooma Bypass The Wrecks One way S1 Middle Road
Photos: 1 and 4 © Tourism and Events Queensland; 2 and 6 © Moreton Island Adventures; 3 © Kristy Currie; 5 and 7 © Queensland Government Tangalooma Resort Distance markers for emergencies are located on the ocean beach at 2km intervals 6 S3 north (N followed by an even number) and south (S and an odd number) of Middle Road. 6 The Desert
Rous Battery 7 Tangalooma Point Walking Track Walks at a glance S5 Scale 0 1 2 3 4 5 6km Track Walk Track name Distance Access Point class time Ocean Beach (north of 1 Blue Lagoon track 2 500m return 20mins Bulwer-Blue Lagoon Road) 9.8km S7 Northern end of North Point 2 Honeymoon Bay track 2 700m return 20mins camping area Car park off Bulwer-Blue 3 Honeyeater Lake track 2 60m return 5mins Lagoon Road Cape Moreton track (includes White Rock 4 3 1.5km circuit 1hr Cape Moreton car park Shark Spit information centre) Legend S9 Five Hills (off Bulwer-North Recreation area 5 Five Hills lookout track 3 1km return 30mins Caution: At times, Point Road) exposed rocks make Conservation park Western beach (1 km south beaches impassable, 6 The Desert track 3 1.1km circuit 1hr Caution: The beach especially after rough Settlements of Tangalooma) between Kooringal and sea conditions. Sand Tangalooma is not always 7 Rous Battery track 3 9.8km one-way 3.5hrs The Desert Road trafficable even at low tide. S11 Reef
Mount Tempest car park off Private lease 8 Mount Tempest lookout track 4 2.2km return 2hrs Rous Middle Road Battery No vehicle access Mount Tempest car park off 20km/hr zone 9 Telegraph Road track 4 16km return 6hrs Middle Road 30km/hr zone Special protection zone and low tide access only Big S13 4WD vehicle track Sandhills Walkers—keep in mind! Walking track Creeks • Walking over sand blows or up steep sections of tracks can be very tiring—plan to do this in the Rocks, intermittently cooler months and the cooler parts of the day. Carry plenty of water and keep to the walking tracks. exposed Amphitheatre • For the longer walks, let someone know where you’re going, when you plan to return and what to do Moreton Bay Camping area if you’re late or lost. Marine Park S15 Camper 4WD access Little Ranger station Sandhills Toilets Drives at a glance Showers (cold) Water Drive name Distance Drive time Access Point (treat before use) Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or S17 Walking track Southern Island Discovery Drive 63km circuit 6 hours any point south of Middle Road along Lookout the eastern or western beaches Toulkerrie Bins Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or any Information Northern Island Discovery Drive 55km circuit 6 hours point north of Middle Road along the eastern or western beaches Telephone S19 Accommodation
Mirapool General store Lagoon Walking track classification Vehicle ferry Wreck Short Point Grade Suits Track description Airstrip Moreton Kooringal Track has a hardened or compacted surface and may have a Emergency 2 Families with young children Island Services helipad gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Lighthouse People with some Track may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and Campbell Point Portable toilet 3 waste disposal bushwalking experience many steps. Scuba diving Track may be long, rough and very steep. Day’s Gutter Spearfishing 4 Experienced bushwalkers Reeders Point prohibited Directional signs may be limited. N2 Distance markers S7 Moreton Bay Marine Park Make your holiday memorable! North Point Champagne Honeymoon Bay Pools
Cape Moreton 4 Yellow Patch 2 Heath Island
Cape Cliff 5 N14 Tailor Bight Bulwer–North Point Rd Lake Jabiru
Five Hills N12 Dog Creek Spitfire Comboyuro Creek Point
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Blue Lagoon Road Blue N8 Lagoon Curtin Artificial Reef 1 Blue Lagoon
3 3 Honeyeater Lake
1. Refresh yourself with a dip in the cool, fresh waters of Blue Lagoon. Take your kayak or Due to creek N6 paddle board to explore further afield. crossings, low 9 Telegraph 2. Feel the adrenaline rush as you slide down steep sand dunes at The Desert. tide access only. Cravens Walking Track 3. Paddle at your own pace in the calm waters from Tangalooma south to Toulkerrie. If one 4 Creek Cherubs Cave day isn’t enough, camp at one of the many remote camp sites along this stretch of beach. 4. Be invigorated in this natural spa as water cascades over the North Point rocks on the incoming tide. 5. Soak up some history as you wander through the sand dunes and discover the relics of the Rous Battery—a WWII defence battery built to protect Brisbane from enemy attack. 6. Catch your own dinner. Whether you’re fishing for tailor, flathead, dart, bream, whiting or something else, try your luck at Cowan Cowan N4 Henderson plenty of spots from surf beaches to rocky headlands. 8km Rock 7. Enjoy a stunning sunset from Cape Moreton. As the sun’s rays disappear over the bay see this majestic sandstone lighthouse illuminate in brilliant orange hues. Once the sky darkens you’ll be able to see the rotating light of this active lighthouse.
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Mt Tempest N2 Moreton Bay Marine Park 8 Ben-Ewa Eagers Beach
U-turn areas
Tangalooma wrecks One way Tangalooma Bypass The Wrecks One way S1 Middle Road
Photos: 1 and 4 © Tourism and Events Queensland; 2 and 6 © Moreton Island Adventures; 3 © Kristy Currie; 5 and 7 © Queensland Government Tangalooma Resort Distance markers for emergencies are located on the ocean beach at 2km intervals 6 S3 north (N followed by an even number) and south (S and an odd number) of Middle Road. 6 The Desert
Rous Battery 7 Tangalooma Point Walking Track Walks at a glance S5 Scale 0 1 2 3 4 5 6km Track Walk Track name Distance Access Point class time Ocean Beach (north of 1 Blue Lagoon track 2 500m return 20mins Bulwer-Blue Lagoon Road) 9.8km S7 Northern end of North Point 2 Honeymoon Bay track 2 700m return 20mins camping area Car park off Bulwer-Blue 3 Honeyeater Lake track 2 60m return 5mins Lagoon Road Cape Moreton track (includes White Rock 4 3 1.5km circuit 1hr Cape Moreton car park Shark Spit information centre) Legend S9 Five Hills (off Bulwer-North Recreation area 5 Five Hills lookout track 3 1km return 30mins Caution: At times, Point Road) exposed rocks make Conservation park Western beach (1 km south beaches impassable, 6 The Desert track 3 1.1km circuit 1hr Caution: The beach especially after rough Settlements of Tangalooma) between Kooringal and sea conditions. Sand Tangalooma is not always 7 Rous Battery track 3 9.8km one-way 3.5hrs The Desert Road trafficable even at low tide. S11 Reef
Mount Tempest car park off Private lease 8 Mount Tempest lookout track 4 2.2km return 2hrs Rous Middle Road Battery No vehicle access Mount Tempest car park off 20km/hr zone 9 Telegraph Road track 4 16km return 6hrs Middle Road 30km/hr zone Special protection zone and low tide access only Big S13 4WD vehicle track Sandhills Walkers—keep in mind! Walking track Creeks • Walking over sand blows or up steep sections of tracks can be very tiring—plan to do this in the Rocks, intermittently cooler months and the cooler parts of the day. Carry plenty of water and keep to the walking tracks. exposed Amphitheatre • For the longer walks, let someone know where you’re going, when you plan to return and what to do Moreton Bay Camping area if you’re late or lost. Marine Park S15 Camper 4WD access Little Ranger station Sandhills Toilets Drives at a glance Showers (cold) Water Drive name Distance Drive time Access Point (treat before use) Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or S17 Walking track Southern Island Discovery Drive 63km circuit 6 hours any point south of Middle Road along Lookout the eastern or western beaches Toulkerrie Bins Tangalooma Wrecks beachfront or any Information Northern Island Discovery Drive 55km circuit 6 hours point north of Middle Road along the eastern or western beaches Telephone S19 Accommodation
Mirapool General store Lagoon Walking track classification Vehicle ferry Wreck Short Point Grade Suits Track description Airstrip Moreton Kooringal Track has a hardened or compacted surface and may have a Emergency 2 Families with young children Island Services helipad gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Lighthouse People with some Track may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and Campbell Point Portable toilet 3 waste disposal bushwalking experience many steps. Scuba diving Track may be long, rough and very steep. Day’s Gutter Spearfishing 4 Experienced bushwalkers Reeders Point prohibited Directional signs may be limited. N2 Distance markers S7