Curtis Island National Park and Conservation Park Gladstone

Photo credit: Sherri Tanner-McAllister © Queensland Government

Turtle Street camping area

Turtle Street camping area is located under coastal she-oaks with easy access to the beach.

Accessible by

Boat

Camping area facilities

Anchoring allowed
Tent camping
Campervan camping
Short walk to tent
Walking
Snorkelling and diving
Canoeing and kayaking
Boating
Swimming
Fishing

Always check

Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
Your camping permit is booked.
Any park-specific camping information for Curtis Island.
Visiting Curtis Island safely for important safety information.

Camp behind the dunes at Turtle Street.

Photo credit: A. Congram © Queensland Government

Camping area features: 8 camp sites under coastal she-oaks with easy access to the beach on hardened timber pallets.

Map: Turtle Street camp area (PDF, 278.2KB)

Location: follow the unsealed roads 15km north from Southend.

Access: 4WD and boat only. Consult local tide times prior to accessing campsites by 4WD.

Number of sites: 8 numbered sites. 2 walk in only. 2 drive through. 4 drive into.

Site no.	Site type	Site dimensions	Capacity (people)	Facilities
1	Campervan / camper trailer Double	Large – reverse into	8	None
2	Campervan/Camper trailer Tent Double	Large – drive through	8	None
3	Campervan/Camper trailer Tent Single	Large – drive through	4	None
4	Campervan/ Camper trailer Single	Medium – reverse into	4	None
5	Vehicle single	Medium – reverse into	4	None
6	Vehicle single	Medium – reverse into	4	None
7	Tent	Small – walk into	4	Bench seat
8	Tent	Small – walk into	4	Bench seat

Camp sites are suitable for: tent,, 4WD camper trailer, 4WD camper van.

Camp site surface: sand.

Facilities: benches.

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

Open fires on tidal land (beaches): prohibited (lighting, keeping or using a fire)

Generators: not permitted.

Essentials to bring: all food and drinking water, sturdy rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, first aid and reliable torch. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Camping permits are required, and fees apply. A camping tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site.

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

Upcoming camping area availability