Things to do

This is a low-key park for self-sufficient visitors. Check with the Great Barrier Marine Park Authority for advice on activities permitted in the adjacent marine park waters.

Camping and accommodation

Bush camping is permitted at Coconut Beach, accessible by boat only in good weather conditions. No facilities are provided, and campers must be totally self-sufficient. Camping permits are required and fees apply.

• Find out more about camping in Cape Upstart National Park.
• Book your campsite online.
• If you cannot book online, see camping bookings for other options.
• See more general information about camping in national parks.

Other accommodation

Accommodation is available in Bowen. See tourism information links for more information.

Walking

Snake trail walk

Grade 3

Distance: 400m return
Time: Allow 20mins walking time
Details: Explore the coastal environment that runs alongside a salt pan in the Worungu Bay section of the park on this short walk. Be mindful, the area holds great significance to the Juru people. Access is by road via the township of Guthalungra.

Fishing

The adjacent waters of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park offer boating and fishing opportunities. Marine park zoning regulations protect the inter-tidal zone and waters surrounding Cape Upstart National Park. Zoning regulations specify how you can use particular sites and the permits you might require. For detailed information on activities such as fishing and crabbing, consult the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority zoning map. Maps are available from Queensland Fisheries offices, bait and tackle shops, Queensland Parks and Wildlife (QPWS) offices and online at GBRMPA.

Minimum size and maximum bag limits apply to popular fish species. Queensland fisheries legislation applies in zones where fishing is permitted. See Queensland Fisheries for more information.