Burrum Coast National Park, Fraser Coast Travel Guide

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Explore diverse coastal ecosystems, abundant wildlife, and tranquil beaches in this stunning Queensland national park.

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Burrum Coast National Park

Burrum Coast National Park, located near Woodgate, Queensland, protects diverse coastal ecosystems, including mangrove-lined riverbanks, wallum heathlands, and tea tree wetlands. It offers visitors opportunities for 4WD adventures, beachside camping, birdwatching, and exploring various walking tracks.

A brief summary to Burrum Coast National Park

Woodgate, Queensland, 4660, AU
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Burrum Coast National Park.

A four-wheel-drive vehicle is required to access the camping areas at Burrum Point and Kinkuna.
The Woodgate section is the most accessible, offering a wheelchair-friendly boardwalk and walking tracks.
Camping permits are required and should be booked in advance.
Bring insect repellent, especially during the wetter months, to protect against mosquitoes and other biting insects.

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Getting There

Driving

From Bundaberg, follow Barolin Street, which becomes Goodwood Road, and travel approximately 57km to Woodgate Beach township. From Childers, take Goodwood Road 36km east to Woodgate Beach. Once in Woodgate, follow the signs to the various sections of the national park. Note that access to the Burrum Point and Kinkuna camping areas requires a high-clearance 4WD vehicle. There are no unavoidable tolls.
Public Transport

While there are no direct public transport options to the park itself, you can take a train or bus to Howard from Brisbane. From Howard, you would need to arrange for a taxi or private transfer to Woodgate, which is approximately 30 minutes away. A taxi from Howard to Woodgate would cost approximately $100-$150. Keep in mind that public transport options within Woodgate are limited. The Woodgate Community Bus offers scheduled trips to nearby towns.
Taxi

From Bundaberg Airport (BDB), a taxi to Burrum Coast National Park (Woodgate section) will take approximately 45 minutes and cost between $230-$280. There are no taxi services directly in Woodgate, so pre-booking from Bundaberg is essential. Uber is available in Woodgate, but pre-booking is still recommended.

Discover more about Burrum Coast National Park

Burrum Coast National Park, established in 1999, protects over 26,000 hectares of Queensland's least disturbed coastal plains. The park encompasses four sections: Kinkuna, Woodgate, Burrum River, and Buxton, each offering unique experiences. The park's diverse ecosystems include mangrove-lined riverbanks, wallum heathlands displaying vibrant wildflowers, and tea tree wetlands dotted with cabbage palms. Eucalypt forests, home to the vulnerable Goodwood gum, thrive in areas with deeper soil.The park is a haven for wildlife, offering refuge to several rare and threatened species like the ground parrot, black-breasted button-quail, and eastern curlew. Birdwatchers can spot over 150 species, including migratory birds. The park also holds historical significance for the Kabi Kabi and Butchulla people, the traditional custodians of the land, with middens serving as evidence of their past presence.Visitors can explore the park through a variety of walking tracks, catering to different fitness levels. The Woodgate section features a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk that traverses a melaleuca swamp. Camping is available at Burrum Point and Kinkuna, both accessible by four-wheel-drive vehicles. Popular activities include boating, canoeing, and fishing on the Burrum River.