We are strongly advising campers to consider leaving K'gari, Inskip and Cooloola camping areas, while it is still safe to do so, with Tropical Cyclone Alfred influences starting to be felt in South East coastal areas today, and forecast to intensify.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is currently not accepting new camping bookings in these recreation areas, with refunds available for those who have already booked.
While there is increasing confidence by the Bureau of Meteorology that Tropical Cyclone Alfred will stay off shore, K'gari, Inskip and the Cooloola Coast are experiencing higher than normal tides, and coastal erosion due to worsening weather conditions.
Increased rainfall and strong gale force winds are expected to impact the region over the weekend.
The safety of campers in our national parks is our top priority and we will visit re-opening camping bookings when it is safe to do so.
We urge those leaving camping areas to drive safely, stay off the dunes and follow the instructions of QPWS rangers and emergency services.
Monitor Park Alerts for up-to-date information on protected area closures.
If you have a camping booking and would like to request a camping credit or refund visit: Queensland National Parks Booking Service | Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation, Queensland - Camping.
Once the cyclonic conditions have passed, QPWS will assess the protected areas and reopen them when it is safe to do so.
For up-to-date weather information see the Bureau of Meteorology
