Inskip Point Camping Ground is a favourite spot for many campers on the Cooloola Coast. Below are six information tips for camping on Inskip Peninsula near Rainbow Beach.

Inskip Point Camping Ground

Come and enjoy the beauty of Inskip Point on the Cooloola Coast!

Inskip Point Camping Ground is located opposite the southern tip of World Heritage Fraser Island.

The Pacific Ocean is on the eastern side and the Great Sandy Strait is on the western side.

Inskip Point Camping Ground is a nature-based recreational area.

1. Camping Sites at Inskip Point

When camping at Inskip point, you have several camping site options.

The Oaks campground – 4WD access
SS Dorrigo campground – 2WD access but 4WD access recommended
MV Natone campground – 4WD access only
MV Beagle campground – 4WD access only
MV Sarawak campground – 2WD access

The Oaks’ camping area is located behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. The Oaks’ camping area is the first camping area to the entrance of the recreation area on Inskip Point. You cannot miss the Oaks’ camping area when entering Inskip Point. By the way, you can only enter Oaks’ camping area via Inskip Point Road.

You will need a 4WD to enter this camping area because of the soft sand. It is recommended not to try to access this camping area with AWD (all-wheel-drives) vehicles or low clearance vehicles or vehicles towing trailers, boats and caravans.

You will find that the beach she oaks provide dappled shade in selected areas for camping sites. However, it is important to realise that vehicles, tents and camping equipment are not permitted on the vegetated dunes because of the protected and fragile nature of these dunes. After all, we all need to play our part in protecting this nature-based recreational area on Inskip Point.

SS Dorrigo camping area is located behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. SS Dorrigo camping area is the second camping area to the entrance of the recreation area on Inskip Point. SS Dorrigo camping area is only accessible from Inskip Point Road.

Under normal conditions there is 2WD access but 4WD access is recommended. When it comes to camping buses, vehicles with camper trailers and caravans, there are only a few sites available. MV Sarawak camping area may be a better option for larger camping vehicles and equipment.

This is open area camping on ‘first in, best placed’ basis. You cannot reserve or rope off areas. There are three hybrid toilet blocks in this camping area with one block having a wheelchair access ramp.

MV Natone camping area is located behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. MV Natone camping area is the third camping area to the entrance of the recreation area on Inskip Point. MV Natone camping area is accessible from Inskip Point Road or the beach.

There is only 4WD access from both Inskip Point Road and the beach. You will not be able to access this camping area with camping trailers, caravans or buses.

You will find that the coastal trees provide dappled shade in several areas. Further inland you will find shade in some areas and protection from prevailing ocean winds. There are hybrid toilet blocks available with wheelchair access also.

MV Beagle camping area is located behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. MV Beagle camping area is the forth camping area to the entrance of the recreation area on Inskip Peninsula. MV Beagle camping area is accessible via Inskip Point Road and the beach.

MV Beagle camping area is only suitable for 4WD vehicles from both Inskip Point Road and the beach. You will find that no sites are suitable for camping trailers, caravans or buses.

Coastal trees will provide dappled shade in selected area while further inland there is shade trees and protected areas from prevailing ocean winds. There are hybrid toilets available with wheelchair access.

MV Sarawak camping area is located behind the foredunes just off Inskip Point Road. MV Sarawak camping area is the furthest camping area to the entrance of the recreation area on Inskip Peninsula. MV Sarawak camping area is accessible via Inskip Point Road.

2WD Access to some camping areas are available. There are limited camping areas for small caravans and camper trailers but not buses. There are selected grass areas at MV Sarawak.

MV Sarawak camping area is a popular place for larger group camping with coastal trees providing dappled shade in most areas. The inland camping sites also provide dappled shade and protection from prevailing ocean winds. Hybrid toilets are available in this area with wheelchair access.

2. Inskip Point Camping Permits

NOTE: All Inskip Point Camping Grounds require valid camping permits. You must obtain these camping permits prior to arrival and you can obtain these camping permits by:

(a) booking Online

(b) booking by phone 13 74 68

(d) booking in person at Manta Ray Barges, 66 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach (6am – 4pm daily)

(e) booking in person at Fraser Island Fuels, Shell Service Station, 36 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach (6am – 6pm daily).

(f) booking in person at Rainbow Beach Tourist Information Centre, 6 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach (7am – 5pm daily)

NOTE: If you book online, you will need to print off your permit tag and display your permit tag at your campsite. Also, you can pick up an information pack at QPWS Information Centre, Rainbow Beach and this information pack may include a more durable permit tag for displaying your permit at the campsite.

3. Inskip Point a Nature Based Recreational Area

Being a nature-based recreational area, there are certain rules that apply. For example:

No camping on the foredunes
No littering – rubbish bins are available in the area
No emptying of content of portable toilets
Sand pegs must be used at all times – no tying ropes to trees
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times and under control at all times

Dog Management: You need to be aware that dogs are not permitted in vehicles while traversing beaches and beach access tracks in the nearby Cooloola Recreation Areas: such as, Double Island Point, Teewah Beach and Freshwater Road. If you are traveling with dogs to and from Inskip Point, you must detour via the Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach sealed roads.

If you are not sure what is required with dog management while on the Cooloola Coast, it would be worth your time calling QPWS Information Centre on 13 74 68 during working hours to find out the finer details of dog management.

4. Caring For Inskip Point Camping Ground

Caring for Inskip Point Camping Grounds is the duty of all campers so as to minimise the disturbance to this fragile area and its wildlife.

When you set up your campsite, use an established campsite within the tree line – not on the foredunes.
When you set up your campsite, be aware that some areas maybe out of bounds due to revegetation.
If you intend to use a camp fire at your campsite, use only milled off-cuts. Bush timber may contain pests and diseases which could kill native plants.
When you come in contact with the wildlife, please do not feed them or leave scraps for them. It is important for the native animals to find their own food.
When it comes to rubbish, it is important that what you carry in is carried out – bulk rubbish bins are available at the exits of designated camping area.
Everything is protected on Inskip Point. You must leave flowers, ferns and all other plant material undamaged.
Avoid making new tracks which may damage plants and cause erosion. It is best to stay on designated tracks and avoid the vegetation on the foredunes.

5. Essentials For Inskip Point Camping

You will need to bring the following:

Fresh water – water service facility on Clarkson Drive
Fuel stoves – more environmentally friendly than open fires
Milled firewood – if using campfire

When it comes to fresh water, you can access fresh water at the service facility on Clarkson Drive in Rainbow Beach. However, you will need to bring your own containers for the fresh water. Please note that there are no showers and water provided at any of the camping areas.

When it comes to campfires, it is always handy to check to see if there are any fire restrictions. The best place to garner this information is to call Rainbow Beach Tourist Information Centre on (07) 5486 3227 or QPWS Information Centre on 13 74 68.

When it comes to toilets, there are self-composting or hybrid toilets available. Campers must use these toilets as bush toileting (including digging pit toilets) is not permitted on Inskip Peninsula.

6. Enjoy your stay at Inskip Point Camping Ground!

People often ask if caravans and camper trailers are suitable for Inskip Point. It appears that there are a number of spots for caravans and camper trailers on both sides of the road leading up to the Fraser ferry.

There is no power so you will need to take a generator if you enjoy the comforts of home. In areas where generators are acceptable, you may be able to use a small low dB generator up to 2.0 Kva. It is necessary to keep noise to a minimum. You will need to turn generators off after 9:00pm.

It is worth checking because these rules often change – You can check at Rainbow Beach Tourist Information Centre on (07) 5486 3227 or Queensland National Parks on 13 74 68.

You can check out other things to do at Rainbow Beach Adventure – Rainbow Beach Adventure.

While at Inskip Point Camping Ground, why not book a Fraser Island Tour – Fraser Island Tours.

You may want to discover Fraser Island in your own time. Fraser Island 4WD hire is for you – Fraser Island 4WD hire.

For more information, click on Rainbow Beach Camping Grounds.

7. Inskip Point Camping Ground Maps