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Hopevale Adventure Camping

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· Widgee, Queensland

113 acres hosted by Jason C.

4 Vehicle/Tent sites

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Great for groups

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Amazing views

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The Cooke Family welcomes you to “Hopevale”. A beautiful 113 acre property bordered by Wrattens National Park at the edge of the world in the peaceful Widgee district of greater Gympie. Jason, a landscaper by trade, and Jacinta a teacher by profession, met many years ago at a national Christian youth conference. Four beautiful children later and many years down the track, they bought Hopevale as a blank cattle fattening property in 2018. After much hard work, they have made it what it is today, with plans to continually improve. We have different camp options available, one of which is set up for those guests also wanting to stay with horses or just have a larger group booking. Guests will have access to a toilet and shower throughout their stay which is within walking distance from each of the campsites. Campfires and pets are welcome. The property has only had 4 farming owners in its 110 odd years since it was first surveyed and selected in 1915. The Hillcoats, Bishops, Cotters, and now the Cooke’s. The families over the years have used the property for timber getting, dairy, beef and small cropping. The property is geologically rich with volcanic soils, sandstone escarpments full of caves and overhangs. The mighty Wrattens Falls sits to the back of the property in the National Park and is a sight to behold in full flow. It feeds the head waters of the western branch of Widgee Creek which meanders through the property. The subtropical dry rainforest clad mountains are dominated by the majestic Bunya and Hoop pines and are a testament to what once was covering the entire property before being cleared for farming. Remnant riparian creek lines are botanically rich and diverse holding Red and White Cedar, Teak, Silky oak and many other coveted timber trees harvested back in the day. There are many species of animals and birds that call Hopevale home. From water dragons, frogs and fish in the creeks, monitors, wallabies, deer, koalas, possums and phascogales in the eucalypts. Red-back wrens, pardalotes, rainbow bee-eaters, finches and quail call the open grasses home while whip birds give their iconic call in the forest. Above, birds of prey ride the thermals of the valley looking for their next meal. “We have been blessed beyond measure with a small slice of God’s wonderful creation that we would love to share with you.”

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478 Ratings · 384 reviews

Francene S.recommends

May 17, 2024

Equine Camp

My 3rd stay

A great camp as always and thank you again for sharing your wonderful property with us.

Valentina P.recommends

May 13, 2024

Little Fig Flat

Little slice of heaven

What an amazing place!! We spent 2 nights at Hopevale with a group of friends and we had the best time! Little fig flat is just a little slice of heaven, very spacious, flat, super well kept and with the most beautiful swimming hole. The spot is peaceful and private and we really enjoyed the walks you can do from inside the property. Jas and family were amazing hosts, super responsive and helpful! We will definitely go back!

Kirsty E.recommends

May 10, 2024

Windmill Hollow

What a great week we had camping in this beautiful place, Jason was very friendly. This was our second time camping at Hopevale Adaventure camping, and it won't be the last time. Thank you for sharing your place Jason and Jacinta

Kayleen R.recommends

May 8, 2024

Little Fig Flat

Great spot, perfect for family camping. Jason is a very helpful and responsive host.

Jill G.recommends

May 7, 2024

Big Fig Camp

The camp sites at Hopevale are spread out so you don’t feel crowded by other visitors. The amenities are good and kept clean. There are lovely walking trails and beautiful views around the property.

Shane M.recommends

May 6, 2024

Big Fig Camp

Perfect camp spot - beautiful, private site that our kids loved to explore with plenty of shade. We walked along the creek near our campsite and enjoyed looking through the waterholes. We thoroughly enjoyed the walks elsewhere on the property and the freedom that our kids had exploring the space. The facilities were spot on. Thanks very much for having us. We hope to be back!

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Widgee, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dyungungoo (Gubbi Gubbi) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jason C.Joined in June 2018

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