South Beach camping area
South Beach camping area is remote, island wilderness camping and can be reached by boat only.
Accessible by
- Boat
Camping area facilities
- Anchoring allowed
- Tent camping
- Boating
Always check
- Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
- Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
- Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
- Your camping permit is booked – book online.
- Any park-specific camping information for Orpheus Island.
- Visiting Orpheus Island safely for important safety information.
Camping area features: remote, island wilderness camping.
Location: on the south-east end of the island, next to the north-east tip of Fantome Island.
Access: the camping area can be reached by boat only.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites. Maximum of 12 people.
Campsites are suitable for: tent camping.
Campsite surface: sand and grass.
Facilities: none.
Open fires: prohibited. Fuel stoves are recommended.
Generators: not allowed.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags and insect repellent. Read more about before you visit.
Mobile phone coverage: generally available.
Bookings
Book online or learn about our camping booking options.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Orpheus Island safely and camp with care.