How busy is Moreton Island in the June school holidays? Permits?

Chris / Lindsay,

I found with Straddie we just had to book a camp area, and then we could camp in any of the specified spots in that area.
Not sure if Moreton is the same, but suggest you wing it or maybe just get a few suggestions from those that have been there / know the camps, and let them help you choose the best spot.

You might have to advise number of adults / children, tents or camper, how many days staying, do you want to stay and relax or do a lot of driving (a central place might be better then).

The QLD system sucks a bit with the pre bookings, but that's the way it runs unfortunately.

I would post that info here for ExplorOz memebrs to assist with, also 4x4 Earth (Camping Areas section) has a lot of SE QLDrs there, maybe 4WD Action forum is worth a shot (if the sites up !), it also has a suitable section for such info.

We gave up trying to predict where and when we would be camping in Qld in terms of trying to book ahead online and ended up camping at unpowered sites in caravan parks when we arrived on our schedule on our terms. Same at Bungle Bungles. Online said no vacancies fully booked. I called the Ranger and they said the park was empty.
From my experience school holidays anywhere is busy despite summer or winter. Sorry cant help further

I cant remember the name of the campground on the western side mid island but it could be cowan cowan, if so just book it, its a big ground and you shouldnt have any trouble getting a spot.

Moretons fairly expensive to get to so i dont think itll get to busy on the school holidays, im sure the ranger will give you a break if theres any dramas, as long as your fees are paid, the eastern side also has endless camping so plenty of options.

Thanks for the advice everyone.
We will enjoy our visit in spite of the permit system.
Christine