Barnard Island Group National Park Sea Country of the Mandubarra Tropical North Queensland

Stephens Island camping area

A sandy bush camp on the western side of Stephens Island.

Accessible by

Boat
Canoe or kayak

Camping area facilities

Picnic tables
Anchoring allowed
Tent camping
Short walk to tent
Walking

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.
Any park-specific camping information for Barnard Islands.
Visiting Barnard Islands safely for important safety information.

Camping area features: sandy bush camp.

Location: on the western side of Stephens Island.

Access: private boat or sea kayak from Mourilyan Harbour or Kurrimine Beach. Several commercial operators also provide access to the Barnard Islands. See tourism information links.

To protect nesting seabirds, access to Stephens Island (PDF, 124.7KB) is restricted to the sand spit and camping area on the western side of the island from 1 September to 31 March.

Number of sites: two sites (separate but not numbered).

Camp sites are suitable for: small tents. Each campsite holds six people. A maximum of 12 campers are allowed on the island at any one time.

Camp site surface: sand.

Facilities: picnic tables and seats. At each site poles are provided for erecting tarpaulins.

Open fires: not allowed. Fuel stoves only.

Generators: prohibited.

Essentials to bring: tarpaulin, drinking water, rubbish bags, fuel stove, comprehensive first-aid kit, insect repellent and sun protection equipment. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Bookings are essential and are required well in advance for holiday periods.

Mobile phone coverage: not available.

Upcoming camping area availability