Whitsunday Peak

🏝️ Whitsunday Islands National Park (QLD)

🗺️ Camping Summary

• Cairn Beach (Whitsunday Island) – Quiet beachside site, limited space, steep walking track access

• Chance Bay (Whitsunday Island) – Scenic white-sand beach, upgraded facilities, peaceful anchorage

• Dugong Beach (Whitsunday Island) – Sheltered location with rainforest backdrop, short walk to trailheads

• Crayfish Beach (Hook Island) – Secluded bay, known for snorkelling and rock platforms

• Curlew Beach (Hook Island) – Popular with paddlers and snorkellers, coral and seagrass beds nearby

• Whitehaven Beach (Whitsunday Island) – Iconic silica sands, large designated camping zone

• Whitsunday Peak – ❌ No camping (day-hike destination only)

⛺ Cairn Beach (Whitsunday Island)

📍 Description & Location

Located on the northeast side of Whitsunday Island, Cairn Beach offers quiet beachfront camping with a steep trail leading inland. Limited to small group stays, it’s a good choice for those seeking seclusion away from larger anchorages.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• Composting toilet

• Picnic tables

• No water, no fires or generators

• Tent-only camping

🚗 Access

• Boat access only

• Poor anchorage, best suited for experienced marine access users

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

⛺ Chance Bay (Whitsunday Island)

📍 Description & Location

A south-facing bay with white sands and improved picnic infrastructure. Popular for being quieter than Whitehaven but just as picturesque. Linked by walking track to Whitehaven Beach.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• Composting toilet

• Picnic tables

• Tent sites in shade

• No water, no fires or generators

🚗 Access

• Boat only, mid to high tide recommended

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

⛺ Dugong Beach (Whitsunday Island)

📍 Description & Location

Sheltered on the western side near Cid Harbour, this site is shaded by lowland rainforest. It also serves as a trailhead for walks to Sawmill Beach and Whitsunday Peak.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• Non-flush toilet

• Picnic tables

• Tent sites with shade

• No water, no fires or generators

🚗 Access

• Boat landing required

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

⛺ Crayfish Beach (Hook Island)

📍 Description & Location

Tucked into a remote bay on Hook Island, Crayfish Beach is prized for snorkelling and its peaceful atmosphere. Suitable for independent campers wanting privacy and reef access.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• No facilities

• Tent-only site

• No water, fires or generators

🚗 Access

• Accessible by private boat or kayak

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

⛺ Curlew Beach (Hook Island)

📍 Description & Location

An open beach site bordered by coral flats and seagrass beds. Popular with paddle-in campers and offers great snorkelling just offshore.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• Basic toilet

• No water or additional amenities

• No fires or generators

🚗 Access

• Boat or kayak access only

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

⛺ Whitehaven Beach (Whitsunday Island)

📍 Description & Location

One of Australia’s most famous beaches, Whitehaven has a large designated camping area away from the day-visitor zone. Soft white silica sand and clear waters define this site.

🚿 Facilities and Amenities

• Composting toilets

• Picnic tables

• No fires or generators

• Tent-only camping

🚗 Access

• Boat only—most visitors land via charter vessels

📝 Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Fees apply – bookings essential

• Tent-only site

• No pets allowed

• Must be fully self-contained

🧗 Whitsunday Peak (Whitsunday Island)

• Camping: ❌ No camping permitted

• Access: Day-hike via steep trail from Sawmill Beach

• Notes: Panoramic views; challenging track with dense forest and rocky outcrops

📝 Final Note

Whitsunday Islands National Park offers some of Australia’s most stunning marine-access campsites—ranging from world-famous Whitehaven to hidden snorkelling gems like Curlew and Crayfish Beaches. All sites are tent-only, boat-in only, and require bookings through QPWS. Fires and generators are prohibited, and full self-containment is essential.