A combination of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred damage, storm surges, swell, and shoreline retrogression has eroded the eastern-facing beaches of Inskip Peninsula, and caused loss of sand, destabilisation of the dunes and loss of existing campground border fencing.

A team of geotechnical erosion experts was engaged to investigate the impacts of cyclone events at the Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area and to provide technical advice regarding site safety. Based on the findings and recommendations from the geotechnical assessment, the camping area boundaries will be realigned to establish a 20-metre retrogression buffer zone landward of the current treeline.

This boundary realignment is necessary due to ongoing coastal erosion, nearshore landslide risk, and damage sustained to existing infrastructure. The revised layout will enhance visitor safety by reducing exposure to unstable shoreline areas and future erosion hazards. The following changes apply:

M.V. SARAWAK:

• Beachfront campsites and the former access track are no longer accessible, including the area known as “Millionaire’s Row”. This location, previously favoured by campers for its open access to solar, firmer surface, and beach proximity, is now closed.
• Caravans are not suitable in the M.V. Sarawak camping area due to narrow access tracks and stands of cypress and oak trees.
• When entering M.V. Sarawak, follow all signage and take the first left access track.
• Do not proceed straight ahead—this route is now a dead end.

M.V. BEAGLE:

• Beachfront campsites and the former beachfront access track are no longer accessible.
• Caravans are not suitable in the M.V. Beagle camping area due to narrow access tracks and soft sand.
• When entering M.V. Beagle, follow the signage and take the first left access track.
• Do not proceed straight ahead—this route is now a dead end.

M.V. NATONE:

• The Natone entrance track and eastern low lying camping areas are no longger accessible. Entry and exit to Natone is now through the former exit.
• Caravans are not suitable in the M.V. Natone camping area due to narrow access tracks, soft sand and inability to turn around.
• Camping in Natone is suitable to smaller tents and high clearance 4WD only. 

SS Dorrigo and Sarawak West remain the only Inskip camping areas suitable for caravans, requiring a high-clearance caravan towed by a high-clearance 4WD.

Observe all signage, barriers and directions from rangers, and do not enter closed areas.

Apply for a camping permit refund online at www.qld.gov.au/camping. Log into your account and cancel your booking to receive an automatic refund or request to change your booking to another camping area at Inskip. 

QPWS thanks you for your support and cooperation.