{"id":5301,"date":"2024-01-14T14:10:14","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T04:10:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/australiaobsessed.com\/?p=5301"},"modified":"2024-03-19T16:13:55","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T06:13:55","slug":"moreton-island-vs-fraser-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/australiaobsessed.com\/moreton-island-vs-fraser-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Moreton Island vs Fraser Island: Which is Better For Families, Friends and Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Moreton Island and Fraser Island make for the best 4WD adventures in Queensland, Australia. But if you can only pick one, which should it be?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I explored both islands extensively and found them very similar, yet so different! Neither has paved roads, and they both require a 4WD vehicle to visit independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But there are several stand-out factors that make them strikingly different, including the attractions, how easy it is to get to, and the beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, which was better?<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you had to ask me, after considering all the factors, which is better, I\u2019d say Moreton Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But it\u2019s not as simple as picking one over the other. There are many things to consider, such as timing, camping, accommodation preferences, and your 4WD experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I cover these and more in this detailed guide to Moreton Island vs Fraser Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PS: If you\u2019re reading this and have visited both islands, please let me know which you prefer (and why) in the comments section below. This will help my readers who are struggling to decide between the two.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nMoreton Island vs Fraser Island: My Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Summary of Fraser or Moreton<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Things to consider<\/th> Moreton Island<\/th> Fraser Island<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Title<\/strong><\/td> 3rd Largest sand island in the world<\/td> Largest sand island in the world<\/td><\/tr> Size<\/strong><\/td> 44 km long x 10 km wide<\/td> 120 km long x 22 km wide<\/td><\/tr> Distance from Brisbane<\/strong><\/td> Located off the coast of Brisbane. 90-minute ferry.<\/td> Located off the coast of Hervey Bay (300 km north of Brisbane). 30-minute ferry.<\/td><\/tr> Things to do<\/strong><\/td> Less to explore<\/td> More to explore<\/td><\/tr> 4WD Tracks<\/strong><\/td> 4WD required to travel without a tour.<\/td> 4WD required to travel without a tour. More challenging tracks to get to the west of the island.<\/td><\/tr> Days needed (recommended)<\/strong><\/td> 3<\/td> 4<\/td><\/tr> Accommodation<\/strong><\/td> Camping & limited hotel options<\/td> More camping & hotel options<\/td><\/tr> Dingos<\/strong><\/td> No<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr> Open fires allowed<\/strong><\/td> Yes<\/td> No (heavily restricted)<\/td><\/tr> Beaches<\/strong><\/td> Amazing beaches with calm water on the west side.<\/td> Difficult to access the beaches on the west side of the island. Swimming is better in lakes.<\/td><\/tr> My highlights<\/strong><\/td> The beaches and campsites with sunset views<\/td> Camping in the forest at Central Station<\/td><\/tr> Crowds (size)<\/strong><\/td> Busy in certain areas (Tangalooma Wrecks)<\/td> More popular, but doesn\u2019t feel crowded as the island is so big.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n