Fraser Coast Tourist Information

Fraser Coast Facts and Figures

The fantastic Fraser Coast is home of world-famous Fraser Island and is the Whale Watching capital of Australia. The Fraser Coast region is an enjoyable holiday destination with long sandy swimming beaches, relaxing tropical island retreats and abundant marine life. The Fraser Coast region boasts some of the best pristine national parks in Australia.

With its rich diversity and natural beauty, the Fraser Coast area includes the areas of Fraser Island, Hervey Bay, Maryborough and the Great Sandy Strait. The Fraser Coast is only a short journey to world-famous Great Barrier Reef.

Fraser Coast Population

Estimated Fraser Coast Resident Population 30 June 2003 - Total: 80,116.

Fraser Coast Climate and Weather

The Fraser Coast region has a sub tropical climate with temperatures moderated by the proximity to the sea. Average coastal temperatures range from 22 - 28 degrees Celsius in December and 14 - 21 degrees Celsius in July, although it can be more extreme inland away from the Coast and water.

Fraser Coast Transport

• Deep washouts can happen at any time, particularly after heavy rain and rough seas.
• Wave action can expose dangerous rocks overnight.
• Big high tides can cover the entire beach, with waves washing up to the foredunes and leaving no option but to drive through salt water. This is dangerous. Your vehicle may sink, overturn or be quickly inundated by the rising tide.

• The ever-changing weed banks that lie buried under the sand along the western beach (and occasionally on the eastern beach) deceive even experienced drivers. Your vehicle may sink. Tow trucks are many hours away. Drive with another 4WD or enjoy a walk instead.

Sourced from the Queensland Government website.

Fraser Coast Environment

The world's largest sand island, Fraser Island is an area of remarkable natural beauty. It was listed as a World Heritage Area in 1992. The listing recognizes the island's internationally significant natural features:

• evolving dune, lake, soil and forest systems, the extent and age of which are outstanding examples of ongoing geological and biological processes;
• unique landscapes, which are examples of superlative natural occurrences.

Growing on seemingly infertile sands is a great variety of plant communities ranging from coastal heath, mangrove forests and swamps to subtropical rainforest.

Sourced from the Queensland Government website.

Fraser Coast Attractions and Features

The Fraser Coast region has an array of features to enjoy including:

• Whale watching - enjoy some of the best Humpback whale watching in the world
• Fraser Island - World Heritage listed - enjoy the rainforests, pristine lakes and wildlife
• Fishing - including reef fishing
• Coral viewing, diving and family friendly eco tours by boat
• The Great Barrier Reef
• A veritable multitude of sailing trips
• Water sports - if water sports is your thing, you can enjoy parasailing and water skiing
• Horse riding
• The natural beauty the Fraser Coast hinterland
• Fraser Coast Events

The Fraser Coast region have events all throughout the year including:

• Maryborough Heritage Markets
• The Kilkivan Great Horse Ride
• The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic
• The annual Taabinga Spring Music Festival
• The Kingaroy Sportsfishing Club's annual Golden Lure Catch and Release Tournament
• Seniors Expo