Orpheus Island National Park Townsville

Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Tourism and Events Queensland

Yanks Jetty camping area

Yanks Jetty camping area is remote, island bush camping and can be reached by boat only.

Accessible by

  • Boat

Camping area facilities

  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Picnic tables
  • Mooring points
  • Tent camping
  • Walking
  • Boating
  • Fishing

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Camping area features: remote, island bush camping.

Location: on the south-west side of the island, just north of Harrier Point.

Access: the camping area can be reached by boat only. There is a 'no anchoring‘ area offshore from the camping area but anchoring in the sand adjacent to the beach is permitted.

Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites. Maximum of 30 people.

Campsites are suitable for: tent camping.

Campsite surface: sand and grass.

Facilities: composting toilet, picnic tables and a gas barbecue (free).

Open fires: prohibited. Fuel stoves are recommended (do not depend on gas barbecue).

Generators: not allowed.

Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags and insect repellent. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.

Mobile phone coverage: generally available.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Orpheus Island safely and camp with care.