Name: Hervey Bay Visitor Information Centre (Accredited)
Location: 227 Maryborough‑Hervey Bay Road, Hervey Bay QLD 4655
Phone: (07) 4196 6444
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre
Region: Hervey Bay / Fraser Coast / K’gari (Fraser Island) / Great Sandy Strait
What Area It Caters For
1. Hervey Bay Township (Primary Area)
- Hervey Bay Esplanade and beaches
- Urangan Marina and whale‑watching precinct
- Reef World Aquarium and local museums
- Coastal accommodation, dining and family attractions
2. K’gari (Fraser Island)
- Kingfisher Bay Resort and Eurong Beach Resort
- Basin Lake Walk, Lake McKenzie, Central Station rainforest
- 75 Mile Beach, Eli Creek, Maheno Wreck
- QPWS camping areas, walking tracks and 4WD touring routes
- Barge access via River Heads
3. Great Sandy Strait & River Heads
- Barge terminals to K’gari
- Fishing, boating and wildlife viewing
- Coastal wetlands and marine park areas
4. Maryborough Heritage City
- Maryborough CBD heritage precinct
- Military and colonial museums
- Cultural events and historic walking trails
5. Burrum Coast & Surrounding Districts
- Toogoom, Burrum Heads and Howard
- Coastal fishing villages and quiet beaches
- Burrum Coast National Park
Services Provided
- Regional maps, brochures and touring advice
- K’gari access information, barge schedules and QPWS updates
- Accommodation and tour booking assistance
- Whale‑watching, marine tours and 4WD hire guidance
- National park information, camping permits and safety briefings
- Local event information and heritage touring support
- Public amenities and rest area facilities
Summary
The Hervey Bay Visitor Information Centre is the primary accredited hub for the Fraser Coast, supporting visitors travelling to Hervey Bay, K’gari, River Heads, Maryborough and the Burrum Coast. It provides comprehensive regional guidance, national park information, touring support and booking services, making it the central point for exploring both the coastal and heritage attractions of the Fraser Coast.
