Walking tracks summary
Most of Fraser Island's walking tracks are well-defined, sandy tracks, with a generally firm and stable surface. However, you should expect some sections of soft sand, which can make walking slow and tiring. Read track entrance signs and choose walks that suit your group's fitness and time limits. Beware of natural hazards, such as fallen trees, uneven surfaces and long, steep slopes. Dingoes and other dangerous wildlife, including snakes, are also present. Wear sturdy shoes. Carry first-aid supplies and enough drinking water. Never walk alone.
Distances and times are estimates only. Allow time for rest stops and meal breaks. If overnighting on the Fraser Island Great Walk, ensure you arrive at your camp well before dark.
Please read Walking safely before you walk on Fraser Island.
From |
To |
Distance |
Walk time |
|---|---|---|---|
Dilli village |
Wongi Sandblow |
8.4 km (return) |
3–4 hours |
Markwell's Break circuit (return along eastern beach) |
21.6 km (circuit) |
7–9 hours |
|
Lake Boomanjin |
12.6 km (return) |
4–6 hours |
|
Lake Boomanjin |
Lake Benaroon |
7.2 km (one way) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
Lake Benaroon |
Central Station |
7.5 km (one way) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
Central Station |
Wanggoolba Creek |
0.9 km (circuit) |
0.5–1 hour |
Pile Valley circuit |
4.6 km (circuit) |
1.5–2 hours |
|
Basin Lake (be prepared for an initial steep climb) |
5.6 km (return) |
2–2.5 hours |
|
Lake McKenzie via Pile Valley |
11.3 km (one way) |
3.5–4.5 hours |
|
Lake McKenzie circuit (via Pile Valley) |
17.8 km (circuit) |
6–8 hours |
|
Lake Birrabeen |
12.8 km (return) |
4.5–6.5 hours |
|
Eurong |
21.2 km (return) |
7–9 hours |
|
Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) |
Kingfisher Bay |
12.7 km (one way) |
4–6 hours |
Lake Wabby |
11.9 km (one way) |
4–5 hours |
|
Kingfisher Bay |
Dundonga Creek mouth |
3.3 km (return) |
1–1.5 hours |
McKenzie's Jetty circuit |
6.6 km (circuit) |
2–3 hours |
|
McKenzie's Jetty |
McKenzie's Mill circuit |
1.4 km (circuit) |
0.5–1 hour |
Lake Wabby (ridge car park) |
Lake Wabby lookout |
900 m (return) |
30 minutes |
Lake Wabby |
3.1 km (return) |
1–1.5 hours |
|
Lake Wabby and eastern beach circuit |
6.5 km (return) |
3–4 hours |
|
Lake Wabby (eastern beach entry points) |
Lake Wabby circuit |
3.4 km (return) |
2–3 hours |
Lake Wabby lookout circuit (via Hammerstone Sandblow and Lake Wabby) |
6.5 km (return) |
3–4 hours |
|
Valley of the Giants |
Giant tallowwood |
2.6 km (return) |
1.0–1.5 hours |
Giant satinay |
7.3 km (return) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
|
Lake Garawongera |
Bogimbah historical walk |
15.6 km (return) |
5–7 hours |
Rainbow Gorge |
Rainbow Gorge |
1.9 km (return) |
1 hour |
Eli Creek |
Eli Creek boardwalk |
400m (return) |
15 minutes |
Knifeblade Lookout car park |
Knifeblade lookout |
260 m (return) |
6 minutes |
Lake Allom car park |
Lake Allom |
1.4 km (circuit) |
0.5–1 hours |
Northern Forest scenic drive (car park south of meeting point M16) |
Boomerang Lakes (Northern Road car park) |
530 m (return) |
12 minutes |
Northern Forest scenic drive (meeting point M16) |
Lake Coomboo (Northern Road car park) |
2.2 km (one way) |
45 minutes |
Northern Forest scenic drive (meeting point M15) |
Forest walk via Lake Coomboo and Hidden Lake |
12.4 km (one way) |
3–3.5 hours |
Dundubara |
Lake Bowarrady |
11 km (one way) |
3–4 hours |
Wungul Sandblow walk |
2 km (return) |
45 minutes |
|
Wungul Sandblow circuit |
5.5 km (circuit) |
2–3 hours |
|
Middle Rocks (Berebbaree/Callah) |
Champagne Pools boardwalk and viewing platform |
800 m (one way) |
30 minutes |
Waddy Point |
Waddy Point headland |
1.8 km (one way) |
45 minutes |
Binngih Sandblow |
400 m (one way) |
15 minutes |
|
Champagne Pools |
3.5 km (one way) |
1–1.5 hours |
|
Ocean Lake |
Cypress circuit |
900 m (circuit) |
30 minutes |
Sandy Cape |
Sandy Cape gate to lighthouse |
2.4 km (return) |
1–1.5 hours |
Sandy Cape gate to bunkers |
1.2 km (return) |
30 minutes |
|
Bunkers to graves |
1.2 km (return) |
30 minutes |
|
|
(A topographic map is essential) |
Dilli Village to Lake Boomanjin |
6.3 km (one way) |
1.5–2.5 hours |
Lake Boomanjin to Lake Benaroon |
7.2 km (one way) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
|
Lake Benaroon to Central Station |
7.5 km (one way) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
|
Central Station to Lake McKenzie (via Basin Lake) |
6.6 km (one way) |
2.5–3.5 hours |
|
Central Station to Lake McKenzie (via Pile Valley) |
11.3 km (one way) |
3.5–4.5 hours |
|
Lake McKenzie to Lake Wabby |
11.9 km (one way) |
4–5 hours |
|
Lake Wabby to Valley of the Giants |
16.2 km (one way) |
5.5–7.5 hours |
|
Valley of the Giants to Lake Garawongera |
13.1 km (one way) |
4.5–6.5 hours |
|
Lake Garawongera to Happy Valley |
6.6 km (one way) |
2–3 hours |
Last updated 8 November 2011