Things to know about Moreton Island

Close to Brisbane, Moreton Island is a wedged shaped sand mass that is a virtually untouched sub-tropical paradise of freshwater lagoons and clean white beaches and clear sparkling water. Forming the north-eastern gateway to Moreton Bay, the 171 square kilometre island, 98% National Park, is a haven to all forms of flora and fauna.
Marine life includes the bottle nosed Dolphin (the Dolphins come into Tangalooma for a bite to eat every night, it’s a wonderful site!) migrating whales, marine turtles and masses of fish life. Dive, snorkel or fish the mysterious wrecks (Whale Chasers Kos I and Kos II are now part of the curtain reef) and coral reefs, you’ll see what I mean when I say masses of fish life and the clarity of the water only adds to the thrill!
Moreton Island is also renowned for its beautiful bird life and wildlife (dingo free) especially around the freshwater lake, the Blue Lagoon. Pack a gourmet picnic lunch for a midday break from your bush walking pursuits. You can also explore the ancient shell middens (some dating back more than 1490 years) at Spitfire Creek reminding you of the indigenous people who inhabited the island before settlement.

The Sand Hills on Moreton Island are awe inspiring mountains of pure white sand and a visit to the world’s tallest stabilised sand dune Mt Tempest is a challenging climb but well worth it for the fantastic view of Moreton Island and the Bay, just breathtaking. You can even sand toboggan ‘the desert’ for a truly exhilarating, slightly sandy experience.
Visit Cape Moreton Lighthouse is Queensland’s oldest and 1st operational lighthouse. It is situated on the north eastern tip of the island and has changed little since it was first erected.
The remains of the old military emplacements and fortifications can still be seen at Cowan Cowan and Rous Battery, Moreton Island, reminders of the defence during World War II. During the war in 1938, 900 soldiers were housed at Cowan Cowan at a military camp.

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