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The Forts

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· Horseshoe Bay, Queensland · 3 acres
Hosted by Tee D.
3 Caravan sites
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
We are in the perfect location in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island, and your camp spot is located a short walk to the beach, right on the walking tracks, WWII-era forts, and access to exploring more than 36 kilometres of bushwalking trails with plenty of wildlife watching opportunities. ..... The Great Barrier Reef, is at our door step so taking to the water is a must— hire a canoe, kayak or jetski and start exploring the wonderlands of spy dugongs and sea turtles or go on a boat cruise, and dive in to snorkel along colourful coral reefs. .... Then there's the action of a buzzy seaside town with cafes and bars and skatepark, tennis courts all within a 5 minutes gentle walk! .... Welcome to The Forts of Magnetic Island, it's truly magic your views are the National Park. ..... We offer easy access sites for: CARAVAN up to 22ft. ROOF vehicle tent MOTORHOME up to 22ft. VAN campervan Tent- your tent can be pitched on a tucked away haven in the bush surrounded by natural boulders. * Please be SELF CONTAINED ...... Please allow for some slight slope sites, come and enjoy your relaxed bushcamp stay. ... BOOK FERRY CROSSING Please prepare to "prebook your ferry" if travelling with a vehicle. ... OUR OPENING HOURS -come to your campsite during the "daytime" please. ... ARRIVE - between 8am to 4 pm ONLY .... Great bus service on Magnetic Island runs every hour. Abundance of wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, kookaburra, superb sunsets and so much more. Beach✔️ Cafes✔️ Spacious Sites✔️ Walking tracks✔️ The perfect paradise.Welcome to The Forts of Magnetic Island! ✔️Caravans ✔️Campervans ✔️ Motorhomes ✔️Rooftop Tents ✔️Tents .. 🌴 You are all welcomed to our spacious campsite 🌴 .. 👉Tents Can be pitched on a tucked away haven in the bush surrounded by natural boulders.  👉Caravans We offer easy access sites, some are drive though, others easy back in sites plenty of space for your caravan, with mountain and sunset views. 👉Campervans, Motorhomes easy drive in private site, flat parking. .. 💚Abundance of wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, kookaburra, and so much more.  Beach✔️ Cafes✔️  Spacious Sites✔️ We are in the perfect location in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island, and your camp spot is located a short walk to the beach, right on the walking tracks, WWII-era forts, and access to exploring more than 36 kilometres of bushwalking trails with plenty of wildlife watching opportunities.  This campsite welcomes self-contained campers with your own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water. The Great Barrier Reef, is at our door step so taking to the water is a must— hire a canoe, kayak or jetski and start exploring the wonderlands of spy dugongs and sea turtles or go on a boat cruise, and dive in to snorkel along colourful coral reefs. Then there's the action of a buzzy seaside town with cafes and bars and skatepark, tennis courts all within a 5 minutes gentle walk!  The perfect paradise. No pets or campfires please.
Vehicle details
Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, and Class B RVs allowed
Pop us a message prior if you have a larger vehicle
Vehicles under 45 feet allowed
Each site is different, we have Pull iN, Pull Though, and Back in sites.- 1st in gives you the choice on picking your campsite.
Pull-in site
Each site is different, we have Pull iN, Pull Though, and Back in sites.- 1st in gives you the choice on picking your campsite.
Accommodates slideouts
Each site is different, we have Pull iN, Pull Though, and Back in sites.- 1st in gives you the choice on picking your campsite.
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Depending upon site chosen levellers may be required
Surface levelness: Flat
Depending upon site chosen levellers may be required
No Fifth wheels and Cars
Pop us a message prior if you have a larger vehicle
Generators allowed
Generators fine for a couple of hours a day, be considered of other campers.
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
Some sites have hook up available for caravan
No sewage hookup
We do have a facility to empty your cassette
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV site
Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
7 guests max per site
No campfires
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
We have a pump out for caravan toilets on-site
No pets
Potable water available
Tap, hose
No showers
We have a cute bush style shower. Cold to warm water.
Pack it out
Rubbish to be taken with you please. Careful of flying birds when on campsite they like to whip your food + garbage
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
Some tables and chairs around that are available for camper use
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
Gas BBQ ok.
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 12:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
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130 Ratings · 104 reviews
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Elisabeth L.
8 reviews
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· January 2025
19 ft Class B
Excellent place to explore the island from . Walking tracks go straight past the property. Hosts are very friendly and helpful about local activities.
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Heidi O.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· December 2024
16 ft Class B · With kids
Was a nice place with easy access and quiet campers all round. The layout and design of the camp ground was very inviting
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Luca F.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Perfect Stay for our 7m campervan
22 ft Class B
We had an amazing stay at the Forts campsite in our campervan! The hosts were incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make us feel at home, even sharing fresh eggs from their free-roaming chickens. The location was serene and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The bush shower was surprisingly comfortable and added a touch of adventure to the experience. :) We honestly wish we could have stayed longer.
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Kathryn T.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
26 ft Class A · With kids
We had a fantastic night stay at Tee's accommodation on Magnetic Island. Tania and Steve were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to make our stay so wonderful. The accommodation was absolutely beautiful. Tania & Steve couldn't have been more helpful. We were really tight on time and wouldn't have managed to see much of Magnetic Island, but Tania & Steve very kindly drove us around and showed us places we wouldn't have got to see. They even took us koala spotting!! Tania & Steve were the best hosts ever and we really appreciate everything they did for us. Thanks so much. Katie, Charlie, Jess & Thomas
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Emily T.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Family from the Surf Coast VIC
39 ft travel trailer · With kids
We had a wonderful stay on Magnetic Island. Tee and Steve were very friendly and welcoming. Making our stay very enjoyable. No access to power suited us fine. The bush shower on the property was lovely and refreshing. The site was large and the communal sitting area was a great space for our kids to play. We did the Island Time boat tour - kids had an absolute ball - spotted turtles, stingrays, amazing fish and beautiful coral. Also did a spot of fishing. We swam everyday in the nets and at Alma bay. Did not spot a stinger (nov) Forts walk was great and we ate out at some beautiful restaurants - Batefoot, Saltwater - and coffee in the morning at Tiny Palms (they have a pool) was perfect.
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Aleksandra R.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Great camping!
16 ft Class A · With kids
We loved absolutely everything about that camping! Tee and Steve were there to show us around and answer any questions we would have. Also the place is just perfect! You can even stand there while not self contained (with a little bit more of effort). Tee and Steve also gave us some great tips for the island and we wish we could have stayed longer than two nights.
Location
Horseshoe Bay, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Wulgurukaba First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Tee D.

Joined in July 2022

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