Planton Island
Planton Island camping area features a 'deserted island' experience, with tent sites nestled within the island’s dry rainforest. While the island cannot be navigated, a small sandy beach beside the camping area is perfect for beachcombing.
Accessible by
- Boat
- Canoe or kayak
Camping area facilities
- Toilets (non-flush)
- Anchoring allowed
- Tent camping
- Short walk to tent
- Snorkelling and diving
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Fishing
Planton Island.
Photo credit: Jae Milowski, Queensland Government
Camping area features: a 'deserted island' experience, with tent sites nestled within the island’s dry rainforest. While the island cannot be navigated, a small sandy beach beside the camping area is perfect for beachcombing.
Location: east of South Molle Island, approximately 7km east-north-east of Shute Harbour.
Access: the camping area can be reached by boat (only) at all tides.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites. Maximum of 6 people.
Camp sites are suitable for: walk-in camping.
Camp site surface: sand and rubble.
Facilities: toilet.
Open fires: prohibited.
Generators: not permitted.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Advance bookings recommended for holiday periods.
Mobile phone coverage: poor.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Molle Islands safely and camp with care.
- Changes to public access of walking tracks on South Molle Island 27 February to 30 June 2023