Spectacularly beautiful sand island full of hidden delights and wonders. There is no doubt that Fraser Island ranks as one of the true wonders of Australia. It is the largest sand island in the world and has such a range of attractions and activities that it is a 'must' for anyone travelling along the Queensland coast. It is on Fraser Island that the visitor can see extraordinary freshwater sand dune lakes, beautiful quiet streams, white beaches, rainforest, eucalypt forest, cliffs with remarkable coloured sand horizons and rugged headlands. Located just off the coast from Hervey Bay (which is 300 km north of Brisbane and 37 km east of Maryborough) Fraser Island is 123 km long and varies from 7 km to 22 km wide. It covers an area of 184 000 sq. km and has sand dunes which rise to a height of 240 m. It is estimated that the sands which make up Fraser Island reach over 600 m below the sea. Fraser Island is World Heritage listed and almost the entire island is protected National Park, ideal for camping, 4WD and bushwalking. The island is attended by around 200,000 visitors each year, yet does preserve a sense of remoteness. It preseves ancient Aboriginal sites and a a range of wildlife including over 200 bird species, brumbies, dingoes, wallabies and echidnas. Accommodation ranges from flats, motels and holiday houses to campsites. Happy Valley and Eurong Resorts cater for fishing guests and can arrange 4WD hire.