Dryander National Park Whitsundays

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Grimston Point camping area

Grimston Point camping area is located in a peaceful and secluded area on the northern side of the point approximately seven nautical miles north of Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach.

Accessible by

Boat

Camping area facilities

Anchoring allowed
Picnic tables
Toilets (non-flush)
Tent camping
Short walk to tent
Boating
Fishing

Always check

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Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
Your camping permit is booked.
Any park-specific camping information for Dryander.
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Campground features: Enjoy camping in this peaceful and secluded area.

Location: On the northern side of the point approximately seven nautical miles (13 kilometres) north of Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach.

Access: The camping area is only accessible by boat.

Number of sites: Open area without separately defined sites.

Campsites are suitable for: tent camping only.

Campsite surface: Sand.

Facilities: Pit toilet.

Open fires: Prohibited. Fuel stoves are recommended.

Generators: Not allowed, except for medical reasons (with the department’s permission).

Essentials to bring: All food and drinking water, sturdy rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, first aid kit, reliable torch, marine radio.

Bookings: book online, over-the-counter or by phone.

Mobile phone coverage: Generally available on the beach or on the ridgeline southeast of the camping area; satellite phones and marine radios can also be used.

Upcoming camping area availability