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**Looking for the perfect **weekend camping spots near Brisbane? Whether you're planning a quick getaway or an extended beach adventure, Brisbane's surrounding areas offer incredible camping destinations within easy reach of the city. Last updated : January 2025
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Best beach camping spots within 2 hours of Brisbane
We've researched and compiled the top beach camping locations that are perfect for weekend camping from Brisbane. Each campsite has been selected based on:
Scenic beauty and natural surroundings
Available facilities and amenities
Proximity to Brisbane
Family-friendly features
Nearby attractions and activities
8 best places to go beach camping near Brisbane
Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park, Mooloolaba
Address: 100 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 1hr 15mins
Powered site price: From approx. $65 per night
Pet friendly: No
Situated right next to the surf club, the Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park is a convenient and family-friendly option for those wanting direct-access beach camping within 2 hours of Brisbane.
Walk straight onto Mooloolaba Beach from your campsite and enjoy the white sands, which are patrolled by lifeguards every day of the year. Keep the kids entertained with a visit to Sea Life Aquarium (directly opposite) and grab a family feed at the wharf precinct.
Facilities include:
Powered & unpowered campsites
Bathrooms blocks
Camp kitchen
Laundry
LPG and ice for sale
Free WiFi
Direct beach access
2. Blue Lagoon Camping Area - Moreton Island
Address: Track to Sunrover Site, Moreton Island QLD 4025, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 2hrs
Unpowered site price: From approx. $6.85 per person per night
Pet friendly: No
Moreton Island boasts an array of beach camping sites within two hours of Brisbane (via ferry). One of the most popular sites is the Blue Lagoon campground, which opens directly onto a surf beach overlooking the Coral Sea.
It’s also only a 5-minute walk to the beautiful Blue Lagoon, a natural freshwater lake that is a safe swimming hole for people of all ages. There are 25 sandy camping sites available, however, you can only access this campground with a 4WD (camper trailers are fine).
Facilities include:
Unpowered campsites
Cold showers
Septic toilets
Untreated water
Direct beach access
3. North Point Trailer Site Camping Area - Moreton Island
Address: North Point Road Moreton Island, QLD 4025, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 2hrs
Unpowered site price: From approx. $8.50 per person per night
Pet friendly: No
On the northern side of Moreton Island, the North Point camping area offers four camper trailer campsites that are large, grassy and shady. From the site, it’s only a minute's walk down to the surf beach. If you want to stretch your legs a little more, you can take an 8-minute walk down to the charming Honeymoon Bay, overlooked by the North Point lighthouse.
Facilities include:
Unpowered campsites
Cold showers
Hybrid toilets
Untreated water
Direct beach access
4. Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park - Gold Coast
Address: 1544 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 1hr 10mins
Powered site price: From approx. $75 per night
Pet friendly: No
The Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park offers waterfront campsites on the banks of the sparkling Tallebudgera Creek (voted Australia’s Best Swimming Spot in 2019). From your camp, it’s only a 10-minute walk to Tallebudgera Beach if you follow the creek around.
Alternatively, you can drive to Palm Beach or Burleigh Beach in less than 5-minutes. Should you decide you’ve had enough sea and sand for one day, stroll over to nearby Burleigh Heads National Park and explore the lush rainforest.
Facilities include:
Powered & unpowered campsites
Bathroom blocks
Camp Kitchen
BBQs
Laundry
Playground
Swimming Pools
Tennis Court
Dump point
Food truck
Gas refills and exchange
Kiosk and store
Boat ramp nearby
Waterfront location
5. Ocean Beach Camping Area - Bribie Island
Address: Halls Bay Rd, Coochin Creek QLD 4519, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 1hr 35mins
Unpowered site price: From approx. $8.50 per night
Pet friendly: No
Bribie Island can be reached via road bridge and offers a whole heap of beach camping within 2 hours of Brisbane. The most popular option is the Ocean Beach camping area, where you can set up your campsite along a 3km stretch of sand and grass that is protected behind the dunes on Ocean Beach.
Spend your time boating, fishing or exploring the nearby Fort Bribie WW2 structures. However, note that you need a 4WD to access this beach camping area (camper trailers are fine).
Facilities include:
Unpowered campsites
Cold showers
Micro-flush toilets
Dump point
BBQs
Untreated tap water
Fire rings
Direct beach access
6. Lake Wivenhoe Campgrounds - Wivenhoe Dam
Address: Logan Inlet Rd, Lake Wivenhoe QLD 4312, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 1hr
Powered site price: From approx. $45 per night
Pet friendly: No
You don’t always have to head to the sea to find beach camping near Brisbane. Lake Wivenhoe offers a range of shady waterfront sites overlooking the dam. The calm waters and small beach area are perfect for water activities like kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing and swimming.
Plus, there’s a massive grass field so that you can kick a ball or throw a frisbee around with the kids. And the communal area and store make this a comfortable option for families.
Facilities include:
Powered & unpowered campsites
Electric BBQs
Designated campfires
Brazier hire
Picnic tables
Amenities block (hot showers & flushing toilets)
Rubbish disposal
Recreation/ sports use area
Store
Communal area with charging outlets
7. Main Beach - North Stradbroke Island
Address: 24 Kennedy Dr, Point Lookout QLD 4183, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 2hr
Unpowered site price: From approx. $22 per night
Pet friendly: Yes
Main Beach offers one of the most authentic beach camping experiences near Brisbane. While basic in facilities, it provides unparalleled beach access and natural experiences.Whilst the fifteen sites don’t offer any facilities and are only accessible via 4WD (camper trailers are fine), they are waterfront and perfect for campers who want to spend a few days beach fishing, big swell surfing, whale watching or bush walking amongst pristine nature.
Plus, for an extra $10 per night, you can gain access to the amenities block at the Adder Rock campsite (about a 30-minute drive from Main Beach).
Facilities include:
Unpowered campsites
Beachfront camping
Adder Rock amenities include toilets, showers, laundry, dishwashing and BBQs.
8. Ingenia Holidays Rivershore - Sunshine Coast
Address: 99 David Low Way, Diddillibah QLD 4559, Australia
Drive time from Brisbane: 1hr 20mins
Powered site price: From approx. $72 per night
Pet friendly: Yes
If you’re looking for luxury beach camping within 2 hours of Brisbane, head to Ingenia Holidays Rivershore. It nestles the banks of the Sunshine Coast's Maroochy River and is only a 10-minute drive from Maroochydore Beach. This beautiful holiday park boasts water slides, a playground and a mini-golf course that will keep the kids entertained for days.
But parents might be more interested in making the most of the resort's pontoon, boat ramp, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Nearby is Buderim Forest, a 45-hectare haven that is host to towering trees, walking trails and a stunning waterfall.
Facilities include:
Bathroom blocks
Camp Kitchen
BBQ Facilities
Restaurant and cafe
Laundry Facilities
Water Slide
Swimming Pool
Playground
Jumping Cushion
Mini Golf
Dump Point
WiFi
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