Champagne Pools - K'gari (Fraser Island)
The Champagne Pools are one of the most unique natural attractions on K'gari (Fraser Island). These naturally formed rock pools create a collection of shallow, sandy swimming holes right on the edge of the ocean with a stellar view of its surroundings. Hollowed from masses of volcanic rock, these fabulous ocean-level pools are best at mid-tide when breaking waves create a natural, bubbly spa, or at low tide.
If conditions are safe to swim, the Champagne Pools create a barrier from the ocean so you can splash in the salt water safely. During low tide, the pools are very calm and create the perfect place to soak in the salt water and enjoy the sound of the ocean. Keep an eye on the ocean as turtles, dolphins, manta rays and, when the season's right, humpback whales are seen from here.
Avoid swimming at high tide, always be aware of your surroundings and use caution when exploring the rock pools.
How to reach the Champagne Pools on K'gari (Fraser Island):
The Champagne Pools are located along 75 Mile Beach on the eastern side of the island, between Waddy Point and Indian Head Lookout. To get to the pools, visitors must drive about 2.2km north along the beach from Indian Head. From here, walk along the short boardwalk and descend the stairs to get down to the pools. 4WDs can park on the beach below or use the parking lot that is located inland and make their way to the pools from there using the marked pathways.
Driving on K'gari takes much longer than you would expect because the tracks are all composed of soft sand. If you do wish to visit the Champagne Pools while exploring K'gari on your own, make sure you leave ample time to get there and back.
Avoid swimming at high tide, always be aware of your surroundings and use caution when exploring the rock pools.
How to reach the Champagne Pools on K'gari (Fraser Island):
The Champagne Pools are located along 75 Mile Beach on the eastern side of the island, between Waddy Point and Indian Head Lookout. To get to the pools, visitors must drive about 2.2km north along the beach from Indian Head. From here, walk along the short boardwalk and descend the stairs to get down to the pools. 4WDs can park on the beach below or use the parking lot that is located inland and make their way to the pools from there using the marked pathways.
Driving on K'gari takes much longer than you would expect because the tracks are all composed of soft sand. If you do wish to visit the Champagne Pools while exploring K'gari on your own, make sure you leave ample time to get there and back.
