Camping Near Atherton, QLD, AU: 12 Best Campgrounds 2025

Australia
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Queensland
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Atherton

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1 night at Aloomba Homestead (Tropical Qld)

Absolutely beautiful spot, Margie was very welcoming and a brilliant host. Would definitely return

1 night at Hartleys Creek Retreat

Perfect stop between Cairns and Port Douglas. Camp-site with everything you need with showers, laundry and communal BBQ but the privacy you desire and ability to sit around a fire at night. Liked it so much we had to stay again on return trip. Thanks Dean and team.

1 night at Aloomba Homestead (Tropical Qld)

We stumbled across this site when we were lost at night, and were lucky enough to meet Margui, who made it possible for us to stay in a superb space, and to discover its environment and resources! Thanks to Margui. And don't forget "hold my beer!!!"

2 nights at Aloomba Homestead (Tropical Qld)

FQN at its finest. You won’t find any fauna or flora better than this on our planet. This spot, at the footings of Wooroonaran NP, nestled on the mighty Mulgrave river, is the best as it gets…be ready for it!

1 night at Hartleys Creek Retreat

I had a great experience staying here! The place is peaceful and surrounded by nature. Dean is absolutely wonderful — very kind, helpful, and made us feel very welcome. I definitely recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxing and safe stop with a friendly host. Thank you, Dean!

1 night at Hartleys Creek Retreat

The proprietor, Dean, was the best! He was welcoming and helpful to us as newer campervan users. Even though we arrived after dark, we were able to get set up and ready to go the next day to our early planned activity. The retreat is neat and clean, with landscaping that helps campers feel separate from each other. It is fairly convenient for activities in Port Douglas or Cairns. We’d gladly come back.

Weekend Trip to Barrine Farmstay And Camping

Loved camping here. Was a family friendly stop safe for children and close to a lot of attractions. Nice grassy area with the freedom to camp anywhere in the area. Power and water available.

4 nights at Hartleys Creek Retreat

Dean was a fantastic host. The property is situated in a great spot with great facilities. Thanks Dean for the last few days

Weekend Trip to Hartleys Creek Retreat

We tent camped at Dean's with our 2 kids and 2 dogs. It was well located, plenty of space and Dean was a great host

3 nights at Barrine Farmstay And Camping

We had an amazing experience at Barrine Farmstay and Camping. Emma is a fantastic host and looked after us. Couldn't ask for much more with fantastic views, clean amenities and close to the tablelands and Cairns. Couldn't speak higher of this camp spot. We will be back!!

Weekend Trip to Three Falls Holiday Millaa Millaa

Lovely experience at Three Falls, Nisha was a wonderful host who welcomed us at the gate and showed us round her beautiful property. The camping area was seculded and picturesque. Power and water was provided and we had a relaxed and private night, which was nice after many evenings in large, busy campsites. Nisha showed us her menagerie of animals, including a duck that thinks it's a chicken. Overall, this was a lovely place to stay after a day exploring all the nearby waterfalls.

2 nights at Hartleys Creek Retreat

What a gem of a place. Such a relaxing place to base yourselves or just chill. Lots of space with water and power hook up. A quick walk to the local beach. A good walk to a lovely swimming hole or waterfall. A pretty creek to look at with turtles and a most adorable crocodile. Dean is very friendly and accommodating, and staff,/others on the property are great. My only complaint is that after two nights we had to move on having bookings elsewhere. One of my favourite places after being on the road for two months. I hope this place doesn't change to much.

4 nights at Aloomba Homestead (Tropical Qld)

Margie was an absolute gem of a host! Beautiful, peaceful place to relax for a few days. The local Guinea fowl were very cute and entertaining 😂

1 night at Hartleys Creek Retreat

It was beautiful and clean, thank you for having us!

4 nights at Ben-Ellinjaa

Peace and quiet at its best. Beautiful spot, clean pit toilet with the best loo roll 😁 Access to river is good. Sensitive weed about, so keep shoes on. Say hello to friendly cattle. Thanks Arthur, we will be back.

1 night at Three Falls Holiday Millaa Millaa

We had such a lovely stay in the great garden of Nisha!! Even got some fresh delicious fruit from the garden. Highly recommended, even with rain we had a great time 😇

Weekend Trip to Aloomba Homestead (Tropical Qld)

Amazing! The triangle was such a beautiful, delightful space. Surrounded by two connecting creeks, the sound of the trickling water was so tranquil and peaceful green and lush just what you want. . Such an enjoyable time ! Highly recommend this little piece of beauty .Margie was amazing so friendly and helpful. We will be back .

3 nights at Ben-Ellinjaa

This would have to be one of the best river camps we have stayed at. The host Arthur was friendly and very welcoming. He shared some of his favourite places going north. Very picturesque and peaceful.

2 nights at Hartleys Creek Retreat

Beautiful spot right on the creek. We booked 1 night and stayed for 3. It was a great spot to relax but also easy location to head into Cairns or Port Douglas Amazing host and long term residents.

2 nights at Ahana Hillside

What a wonderful calm and peaceful old lychee farm. I had the pleasure of solo camping for two nights. I was greeted by Kanwal who showed me around the property and then left me to my own personal time. The view was stunning. I got to see a Cassowary in the wild. Shooting stars and a gorgeous sunset. Fire pit was a lovely gesture with free wood to use. Thxs for having me and I look forward to returning again one day soon.