Info about Camping on Lady Musgrave Island.

Lady Musgrave is the southern-most island in the Capricorn Cays National Park, and lies just south of the Tropic of Capricorn. The island is only 14ha in size but is surrounded by 1192ha of reef, with about a third of that area reef lagoon. Lady Musgrave Island is ideal for beginner snorkelers. Many yachts anchor in the lagoon on the first leg of a northern passage through the Great Barrier Reef. Campsites on Lady Musgrave Island are sheltered by pisonia and fringing beach vegetation.

Camping information for those wanting to camp on Lady Musgrave Island must read the page on the Queensland Government’s Parks and forests (Dept. of Environment, Science and Innovation website: Lady Musgrave Island campground

It is imperative that you check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions before you travel.

We cannot vouch for the accuracy of the information below (it is based on information from the official page, linked to above and is only periodically updated. It was last updated on 16 Feb 2024), so please check the link above for the most up-to-date official information.

Access: The camping area can be reached by boat only. The camping area is on the north-west side of the island (follow the walking track from the northern beach to the camping area).

Camping area facilities: 

  • Anchoring allowed
  • Composting toilets (non-flush)
  • Tent camping
  • Short walk to tent
  • Walking
  • Snorkelling and diving
  • Cultural and historic sites
  • Canoeing and kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Guided tours and talks
  • Fishing

Camping area features: Sheltered by pisonia trees with scenic views over the reef. Swim, dive and snorkel or enjoy the walking tracks.

Location: Southern-most island of the Capricornia Cays National Park, 96km north-east of Bundaberg.

Number of sites: Open area without separately defined sites. Up to 40 people can camp here at any one time. Camp only in the designated area inland of rope barriers.

Maximum Number of camping nights: 21

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping only.

Camp site surface: Sand.

Facilities: Accessible toilets, emergency radio, fuel storage and compressor bunker.

Fires: Prohibited (open and closed). Gas or liquid fuelled stoves for cooking purposes are permitted.

Generators: Not permitted. There is no medical exemption to operate a low decibel 65dB(A) generator in the Capricornia Cays National Park’.

Essentials to bring: All food and water, first-aid kit, insect repellent, sun protection, reliable torch, sturdy rubbish bags. Portable chemical toilets are also recommended. Read more about things to know before you visit.

Bookings: Book online, or learn about our camping booking options. Advance bookings are essential for school holiday periods.

Mobile phone coverage: Unreliable. Marine VHF radios and satellite phones are recommended.