Bribie Island is 65km north of
Brisbane (about a 1hr drive) off the Bruce Highway and east along the Caboolture Bribie Road. It is linked to the mainland by toll-free road
bridge.
Before camping in the
Recreation Area, you must obtain and have displayed both a Camping Permit and a Vehicle Access Permit. Fees for Camping Permits are: "$5.60 per person per night or $22.40 per family group per night; $3.10 per person per night for students and accompanying adults on approved excursions." The Vehicle Access fee is: "1 week or less = $41.75; more than 1 week (up to 1 year) = $130.40." All fees are payable in advance, usually on-line. Rangers can issue on-the-spot fines. Don't risk it!
Lime Pocket
bush camping sites, on the usually protected western side of
Bribie Island, is in a designated Queensland
Recreation Area. The six campsites may be closed occasionally due to flooding on very high tides. It is reached only by boat. Sites offer scenic
views over the Pumicestone Passage and the Glass House Mountains – especially at sunset.
The usual National Park rules apply (no generators, pets and firewood apply). The
campsite has no facilities. Open fires are allowed (except when fire bans apply) in fire rings only, but fuel stoves recommended. To avoid chemicals, nails, screws, bolts, etc., firewood should be untreated mill off-cuts.
It is advisable to carry water for drinking, cooking and washing; gas stoves (preferred); rubbish bags; and insect repellent. Visitors camping away from facilities are encouraged to bring portable
toilets to help reduce bush toileting. Mosquitoes and midges can create a problem, so be prepared.