What Are the Different Bribie Island Activities You Can Plan?

 Explore the beautiful and wild Bribie Island on your next Australian road trip. With fantastic camper, motor-home and camping facilities, plus amazing free (and paid) things to do on Bribie Island, discover why this Queensland island should be at the top of your following travel itinerary. 

Bribie Island is ideal for a family holiday, romantic mini-break, or day trip with kids from Brisbane. Are you thinking of moving to Bribie Island? It’s become a haven for boat owners, fishing enthusiasts, and families who want a conveniently located sea change. There’s so much to do, see and explore Bribie Island activities. 

Where is Bribie Island, Queensland? 

Located in south-east Queensland, Bribie Island is less than a 2-hour drive from Brisbane. Although it sits off the Sunshine Coast, Bribie Island is one of three sand islands comprising Brisbane’s Moreton Bay Region. Due to its proximity to the mainland and ease of getting there, Bribie Island is one of the most accessible islands in Australia. Are you interested in exploring more of Queensland? See our helpful Queensland guide. 

Why Should Bribie Island be on Your Travel Bucket List? 

While Queensland is famous for its popular tourist road trips like the Pacific Coast Way and Brisbane to the Tropic of Capricorn, Bribie Island is more of a local getaway, and there’s a reason why Australians love it. It is worth visiting Bribie Island because the 148-square-kilometre island is jam-packed with pristine beaches, lush forests, and coastal headlands. Spend your mornings swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing and your afternoons spotting kangaroos, wallabies, dolphins, birds, and other native wildlife on Bribie Island’s scenic trails and reserves. 

Road trip enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that Bribie Island is very campervan friendly, with a number of fantastic camper facilities and dedicated camping sites. So, you can enjoy the freedom of coastal living and easy access to the essential services and facilities. 

The Best Time to Visit Bribie Island:

Thanks to its southern Queensland location, Bribie Island's weather is comfortably warm all year round. January and February are the hottest and the wettest months, but June and July put on some fantastic weather. Spring and autumn shoulder seasons are also great times to visit Bribie Island. 

Where to Stay on Bribie Island? 

While the island isn’t big, several fantastic Bribie Island accommodation options include Bribie Island caravan parks and camping sites. 

• Bribie Island Caravan Park 

A great Bribie accommodation option is the Bribie Island Caravan Park. Located just 200 metres from Woorim Beach, this family-friendly park includes a camp kitchen, barbecues, a laundromat, a swimming pool, a playground, and even mini golf. 

• Bongaree Caravan Park 

The Bongaree Caravan Park hosts camping, caravans, and cabins, and it has a spacious kitchen, barbecues, kiosk, and laundry. Located on the western side of Bribie Island, you’ll also be treated to gorgeous views over the Sunshine Coast’s Glass House Mountains.   

• BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort 

While there are no BIG4 parks on Bribie Island, the BIG4 Sandstone Point is located only a three-minute drive from the island, on the mainland side of the connecting Bribie Bridge. Situated against the famous Pumicestone Passage, this BIG4 park has incredible facilities, including a waterpark, heated pool, kids’ room, tennis court, and playground, plus camp kitchens, gyms, and outdoor meeting areas.