Camping areas for schools and large groups
Schools and large groups can camp together in the following group camping areas:
- Central Station
- Dundubara
- Waddy Point top
- Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie) (walk in only, no vehicle based camping)
- Lake Boomanjin
Organised groups should submit an online group notification. Groups can apply to obtain a special account to book the K'gari group sites.
To book a group camp site you need to apply for a special account by:
- logging onto: www.qld.gov.au/camping
- selecting ‘Create account’
- following instructions to create your special account
- using this special account to book your group camp site.
It is recommended that group leaders view the Teachers' and group leaders' package for planning and safety information.
- Planned Maintenance - Lake Allom Facilities 24 August to 18 September 2026
- Moon Point Road partially CLOSED K’gari (Fraser Island Recreation Area) 14 January 2026 to 30 January 2027
- Beach camping zone 9 – Diray and Carree CLOSED 20 June 2025 to 29 January 2027
- Cornwells Road partially closed, K'gari Recreation Area 12 March to 30 September 2026
- Infrastructure upgrades planned for Waddy Point and Central Station - April to November 2026 16 February to 9 November 2026
- Park Alert-Tukkee Wurroo (Indian Head) walking track temporary closure 14 June 2021 to 18 November 2026
- Wongari (Dingo) Rearing and Emergence Season 1 September to 30 November 2026
- Waddy Beach Front Camping Area: Campsite Booking Restrictions - Dingo Management 14 August to 15 December 2026
- Planned Maintenance - Lake Wabby walk 10 August to 9 November 2026
- Happy Valley Beach Access Ramp and Boardwalk Reconstruction 30 July to 14 December 2026
- Partial closure of Wanggoolba Creek Boardwalk 25 May to 26 September 2026
- Deceased Whale on Beach 22 July to 22 October 2026
- SEVERE EROSION – Inskip barge landing beach access tracks 25 March 2026 to 30 January 2027
- Ngkala Rocks to Sandy Cape Beach Conditions 20 June 2025 to 29 January 2027
- K'gari Great Walk 1 March to 31 October 2026
- Drones prohibited Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) 21 December 2025 to 10 December 2026
- Beware crocodiles
- Be dingo-safe
- Beware marine stingers (jellyfish)
Conditions report
K'gari conditions report Updated 8 Sep 2026
Critical information for your safety is included in the conditions report—always check it before you visit.