Bribie Island

Naturally beautiful, Bribie Island and its surrounding waters is a true showpiece of the Moreton Bay area.

Bribie is the northern-most of the islands in Moreton Bay and is the only island connected to the mainland by bridge, allowing traffic to flow to and from the island easily.

A haven for those seeking a “sea change”, young families, water sport enthusiasts and nature lovers, Bribie offers a compact range of experiences for all age groups. Extensive national parks, (some with camping facilities) a choice of surf beaches or calm protected beaches, some of the best fishing to be found, and a good range of restaurants and accommodation, make Bribie an ideal destination for a short break or day trip..

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The ecologically important Pumicestone Passage, formed by the channel which runs between Bribie Island and the Caboolture coastline, is a protected marine park and safe haven for dugongs, turtles, dolphins, incredibly diverse birdlife and an extensive network of mangrove swamps.

The picturesque foreshore at Bongaree is an excellent spot for a family outing with lots of picnic facilities, ample shady areas, boat ramps and calm water for kiddies to splash around in. It’s easy and inexpensive to hire small boats on Bribie. This is a great way to explore the Pumicestone Passage and surrounds at leisure.

For the more adventurous, head over to the eastern side of the island to Woorim Beach which is one of the closest patrolled surf beaches to Brisbane. This is a popular spot for swimmers and board riders. You can even learn to surf at the surf school located here. Or just enjoy the view from the Surf Club on the foreshore.

Conditions for jetskiing, waterskiing, and para-sailing are very good on Bribie Island with designated areas set aside in selected waterways for these activities, so as to respect the ecological sensitivity of the area. Bushwalking, bike riding and birdwatching are popular island activities for nature lovers. Bike paths run from one side of the island to the other and the Bicentennial Bushwalk Tracks are found on the island. Some 350 species of migratory birds and wading birds can be found on Bribie Island.

The island is a great place to come for four wheel driving, with vast areas of the island not accessible by conventional road vehicles. Many people combine four wheel driving with camping at one of the camping grounds around the island. Permits are necessary for both camping and four wheel driving on Bribie Island.

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Bribie Island is also rich in social and military history. The early explorers passed through the area, and Fort Bribie was established during WW2 by army and navy authorities to protect the entrance to Brisbane. WW2 gun emplacements are still standing today, dotted throughout the surfside of the island.

It’s no surprise that fresh seafood is a staple and favourite on the menus of Bribie Island’s restaurants. A fabulous seafood meal coupled with the views out across the Pacific Ocean or inland to the beautiful Glass House Mountians make Bribie Island a lovely spot for celebrating special occasions.

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Art lovers can visit the Caboolture Shire Community Arts Centre at Banksia Beach which has regular exhibitions of arts and crafts, and several workshops on premises from which the resident artists and craftsmen create their works.