Indian Head

Overview

Indian Head is a prominent landmark on Fraser Island, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. It is a significant cultural and natural site for the local Aboriginal people.

Indian Head is culturally significant to the Butchulla people and offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the island's interior.

Scenic Viewpoint Cultural Site

Location

Address

Great Sandy National Park, Fraser Island, Queensland

Neighborhood: Fraser Island

Coordinates

-25.280700, 153.076300

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• wildflowers
• migration

summer

hot and humid

• whale watching

autumn

mild

• fall colors

winter

cool

• wildlife

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Bring water
Wear sunscreen
Check tide times

What to Bring

essential

water sunscreen hiking shoes

seasonal

jacket hat

not allowed

drones large groups

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven terrain

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

entry $0

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, hiking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 month
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Fraser Island App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center

Charging Stations: Visitor center

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Hervey Bay Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$40 30 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Cultural significance

Historical Significance: Important to Butchulla people

Insider Tips

Best views at sunset
Wildlife spotting early morning

Local Recommendations

• Try local seafood
• Ask for guide local

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Gudday

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Indian Head viewpoint

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Panoramic views

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Photography Rules

allowed areas viewpoint

prohibited areas private sites

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Lake McKenzie

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Lake

Eli Creek

Distance: 2km

Walking: 30 min

Type: Creek

Reviews

4.7

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Great views"
"Respect cultural sites"

Contact Information

+61 7 4194 4398

info@fraserisland.com

www.fraserisland.com

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