· Access: The camping area can be reached by boat (only) at all tides. rough in Northerlies and partially protected by SE winds.
Whitehaven Beach camping area map. (PDF, 168K)
Camping area features: The dazzling white, pure silica sands of Whitehaven Beach are one of the best known Whitsunday drawcards. Camp sites are nestled among lowland vine forest and eucalyptus woodland behind the beach.
Location: South-east Whitsunday Island; approximately 30km east of Shute Harbour.
Number of sites: 7 defined sites including a large group camping area. Maximum of 36 people.
Camp sites are suitable for: walk-in camping.
Camp site surface: Sand and dirt.
Facilities: Hybrid toilets, picnic tables.
Open fires: Prohibited. Open fires and ash-producing stoves are not permitted on national park islands or intertidal lands adjacent to national park islands. Use gas or fuel stoves for cooking.
Generators: Not permitted.
Mobile phone coverage: Not available.
Our precious Great Barrier Reef World Heritage islands are among the most pest-free islands in the world. They need your help to stay this way. Please Be pest-free! (PDF, 574K) before your visit.
Read more about staying safe and looking after the park.
Essentials to bring: Drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent. Read more about things to know before you go.
Bookings: Book online, over-the-counter or by phone. Advance bookings recommended for holiday periods.
