National Parks
Over three-quarters of Bribie Island is declared protected which will ensure the future preservation of Bribie's unspoiled natural environment.
The island has two national parks:
- Bribie Island National Park
- Buckley's Hole Conservation Park
At nearly 6000 hectares, Bribie Island National Park is the larger of the two parks and fringes the island overlooking Pumicestone Passage.
As well as being a haven for native animals such as kangaroos and emus, the national parks are home to a colourful array of birdlife. Birdwatchers flock to the bird hide at Buckley's Hole to sight some of the 350 species of bird life. At dusk each afternoon, the island's banksia and paperbark trees come alive with a chorus of lorikeets, honey-eaters and wattlebirds.
Ntional Park Visitors Information Centre
Bribie Island's two national parks and the tidal lands around the island are looked after by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. The parks are accessible for camping, picnicking, bushwalking and birdwatching (in specified places). The Ranger's Office at White Patch can help with information and advice about usage of the national parks.
White Patch Esplanade, White Patch
Tel: 07 3408 8451 (7.30am-4pm)
Wildflowers
Adding to Bribie's natural splendour are the dozens of species of wildflower which grow on the island. The months of spring herald the most spectacular display of wildflowers as the wallum scrub and open heath areas become a riot of colour. The best way to appreciate the wonders of the wallum is to take a Wildflower Walk conducted by the Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association.
For more information about the BIEPA contact the secretary on 07 3408 7345.