The Department of the Environment and Heritage Protection says bookings for most campsites in national parks can now be made 12 months in advance.
The initiative is part of the State’s recovery plan, Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs.
Minister for Environment and the Great Barrier Reef, Leeanne Enoch said it would now be easier for campers and caravan enthusiasts to plan their holidays over the next year.
“It’s obvious that people are eager to get out into nature, with more than 10,600 camping bookings and more than 5,000 vehicle access permits issued since bookings reopened,” Ms Enoch said.
“We’ve had a huge take up from people wanting to book their next outdoor adventure, and this important update will provide extra certainty to commercial operators and the tourism industry so they can continue to employ more people and drive economic recovery, particularly in our regions.”
She said the David Fleay Wildlife Park on the Gold Coast had also reopened.
“Fleay’s is also the only wildlife park in the world where visitors can see Queensland’s beautiful Bridled Nailtail wallaby, once thought to be extinct. Bookings can be made online,” Ms Enoch said.
“Queenslanders are embracing local tourism opportunities and supporting local businesses by booking holidays here in Queensland,” she said.
