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NRMA Atherton Tablelands Holiday Park

1. NRMA Atherton Tablelands Holiday Park

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(12)
0.8km from Atherton · 59 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Discover the ultimate hinterland hideaway and the perfect Atherton Tablelands accommodation in Tropical North Queensland. Here, waterfalls tumble through the rainforest, ancient craters form crystal clear lakes, and the scope for adventure is endless. Atherton Tablelands Holiday Park makes your tropical hinterland holiday a breeze. From the moment you arrive at our Atherton accommodation you’ll feel right at home, our welcoming hosts helping you settle into your comfy cabin or shaded pet friendly campsite. And when it comes to planning tomorrow’s adventure, the possibilities are limitless. Our team is passionate about helping you discover our unique natural environment, and our park is Eco Certified to protect it. This is a hinterland holiday you can feel good about, while making memories that’ll last a lifetime.
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Barron River Retreat

2. Barron River Retreat

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(73)
6.3km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
Exclusive use of a private camp site! We love our slice of paradise and want to share it with others. We have been improving the land since moving here with a focus on regeneration and sustainable farming practices, such as excluding cattle from the river, replanting and finding alternate ways to approach pest management. At times we host women's wellness retreats with consistent positive feedback of being nurtured by nature.
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Oaky Creek Camp

3. Oaky Creek Camp

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(65)
11km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
Thank you to those who have supported Oaky Creek Camp - The camp will be closed from mid July onwards. Set in the stunning Oaky Valley and backing onto Oaky Creek, Wild Mango is a great place to stay. Want to wake up listening to running water and the birds singing? Then look no further. How it works... - One site available - Booking and price is for one vehicle/ camper trailer - Two vehicle limit - 6 Person limit - Booking for second vehicle can be made by contacting us directly. We live in a wildlife corridor and are dedicated to the preservation of the environment, please do not enquire about a third vehicle with extra people. The site is a lovely level grassy paddock with easy access and is exceptionally quiet with a fire pit and creek to relax in just feet away. Fresh free range eggs available on request. PLEASE NOTE: All campers must be fully self sufficient and bring a portable toilet and take all rubbish with them on departure. Drones and metal detectors are NOT permitted on the property. 25 mins to Mareeba and 30 mins to Atherton. A great place to switch off and recharge those batteries. Pets welcome - dogs can be off lead if well behaved. Due to the seasonal nature of the creek, the camp site will be available from December - May annually.
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Herberton Wild River Caravan Park

4. Herberton Wild River Caravan Park

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(10)
14km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
A family run, friendly , country style caravan park with powered and unpowered large sites. Toilets, hot showers and laundry in amenities blocks. Arrival before 5pm please. Bush camping sites for larger groups and cabins and motel room accommodation. See the Mining Museum, Steam Train and the Historical Village. Close to heaps of walking and bike trials. Arrival before 5pm please. And we're a bit quirky!! To book, please call us 0475 632980
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Barrine Farmstay And Camping

5. Barrine Farmstay And Camping

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(66)
19km from Atherton · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
20 acres secluded in the rolling hills of the Atherton Tablelands on the top of the Gillies. A farm stay awaits with access to shower and toilet facilities this newly opened powered camping property is the perfect place to base yourself while you enjoy the local tourist attractions. We require 24 hours notice for camping- but send a message I’m sure we can fit you in Tours of the farm are available on request including hand feeding cows and collecting coloured eggs from our chickens. While pets are welcome we ask they are restrained at all times. We allow pets at the site for $10 per pet/per night. If you would like to bring a pet, please add the Pet Fee which is listed as an Extra during the booking process. Note on entrance road a few campers with vans have asked- I am not a caravanner so I’m not sure what’s important to you - It is public road to our gate - the last 400m or so is gravel. - eastern connection road is single lane bitumen. - The large school bus terminates at the intersection of Adams and eastern connection. - we have had several large vans stay with us and they have not had any issues with access
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Malanda Stream Private Camping.

6. Malanda Stream Private Camping.

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(111)
20km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to A lovely, secluded streamside campsite. With a private maintained streamside camping area of aprox 1 acre on a ten acre property, surrounded by rain forrest and farmland. Kids are welcome to join small farm activities, feeding chickens and cows, collecting eggs and harvesting fruit trees when fruit is available. Some very special wildlife for the quite observer including regular sitings of platypus and tree kangaroos. We also regularly see the Ulysses and cairns bird wing butterflies with glow bugs being fairly common in the warmer months. Close to township of Malanda with tourist activities throughout the atherton tablelands. This area is usually 5-10 degrees cooler than Cairns and does not get the summer humidity. Firewood and fireplaces provided, any small change donations for firewood are not required but they are appreciated and helps us provide abundant firewood for your stay. Water available (filtered but recomended to be boiled or treated prior to drinking) Campers need to be self contained, no toilets on site. Please respect this clean, natural setting, remove all rubbish and no interfering with flora or fauna. Bookings are only for one camp group, max six or seven caravans, camper trailers or campsites to maintain space and atmosphere. Access is by well maintained gravel drive then grassed area. Wet wether events can affect the grassed area and may need to be considered for bookings.
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Wally's Roost

7. Wally's Roost

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(393)
21km from Atherton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are wildlife carers and have turned our property into a wildlife reserve for the animals. There is wildlife including wallabies (agile and betongs), brush tail possums and birds. A night viewing of possums and wallabies may be available. Please contact hosts to arrange this viewing.Enjoy the sunsets as you relax around the campfire. The property is surrounded by various nature reserves and attractions in the area within a 30 minute drive.(Granite Gorge Nature park, Davis creek national park and Emerald creek falls)We have three separate sites secluded from each other. One site accommodates large recreational vehicles, and is drive through, with farmland and hill views. The other two sites are situated by the creek. Please contact us before booking to discuss which site is best for your vehicle and camping set up. This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply.Your beloved pooch is most welcome to join you but required to remain within your campsite and must be restrained during the night due to the wildlife.If you would like to stay longer, we are happy to offer you a discount code (minimum 4 nights) - please contact us prior to booking.Children aged 13 years and under camp for free.Senior discounts available.
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Flaggy Creek Caravan/Camping

8. Flaggy Creek Caravan/Camping

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(165)
22km from Atherton · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Flaggy Creek Caravan Camp is set on a 260 acre rural property set aside for wildlife offering a peaceful and relaxing place to escape the daily grind. Please read this description to the end to make sure our campsites are right for you (click show more). Our Hipcamp, (owners on site), is small scale to minimise environmental impact; we have six sites spaced well apart for privacy; each site catering up to two adult guests only (18+) and one vehicle. * Camp 5 permits 1 dog see Rules when booking; All other campsites strictly No Pets * Solo travelers are encouraged to book, many who have commented not feeling overwhelmed by large groups or too isolated. If you are booking for others please let them know they will need to set up at their booked site. Please do not invite additional guests to enter the property. You will need to be fully self-contained: own toilet, drinking water, shower. Our Hipcamp is situated in a cool climate, away from the humidity of the coast. A highlight is beautiful permanent Flaggy Creek which meanders its way through the property for approximately 1 km and is habitat to platypus, turtles and an abundance of bird life (we are close to an ebird hotspot) with towering blue and rose gums. Take a dip on a hot day in one of several water holes including a large lagoon adjacent a mini waterfall surrounded by beautiful she-oaks. There are walks on mowed tracks around the property (look for large eastern grey kangaroos in the top paddock) including along a dam wall where you might spot herons or rainbow bee eaters (seasonally) and we can give you directions to a fire-trail to hike up to the Bluff. Herberton (10 mins) also has many excellent walking trails. All camp sites have their own fire pit (local conditions and/or state fire ban season permitting). We sell large crates of split firewood for $20 or you can collect your own. Please do not bring firewood for biosecurity reasons. During the wet season (December-April) we recommend 4WD to access the property as there is a concrete causeway creek crossing and on rare occasions this can become impassable with an extreme amount of rain but does go down very quickly once rain has eased. Please take care and go slowly on unsealed roads. Please ask for permission to fly drones.
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Mareeba Caravan Park

9. Mareeba Caravan Park

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27km from Atherton · 42 sites · Tents, RVs
Mareeba Bush Stays is a privately-owned, dedicated Caravan Park located near Mareeba, North Queensland. Set on 150 acres of private property in the heart of the Atherton Tablelands, just 8km from the centre of Mareeba, this exceptional RV & Caravan park caters directly for self-contained Motorhomes, Recreational Vehicles (RV) and Caravans in comfort and with ease. What makes us unique? Mareeba Bush Stays has 50 acres of dedicated parking area ideally situated atop a ridge, providing spectacular, sweeping views over the surrounding hills and plains and unfettered access to cool north-easterly breezes; There’s no individual spaces marked or allocated, giving you complete flexibility to choose your preferred location to maximize views, access and privacy; Central to all tourist attractions- unhook the van its an easy drive for a day to Cairns, The Reef, The Rainforest, Atherton Tableland towns and even go as far as Chillagoe. Good Phone/TV Reception, excellent Wifi. Private sites your choice to be close or away from everyone. Relax with friends. Enjoy spectacular sunsets – clear starry skies. Big Rigs welcome no reversing needed. Two Dams fully stocked with fresh water fish species and Redclaw. Mareeba Bushstays offers a Dump facility and this can be freely utilized by paying guests for both black and grey water disposal. Powered sites.
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Hectic Valley Farm

10. Hectic Valley Farm

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(223)
27km from Atherton · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Hectic Valley Farm, tucked away in Mutchilba on the Atherton Tablelands. This is a working farm with a bit of everything — free range chickens, friendly animals, open space, and a slower pace that’s hard to find. We’ve recently refreshed the setup to make your stay more comfortable, including a new shower and toilets for campers, plus a farm shop stocked with fresh eggs and local goodies. We offer simple, rustic bathroom facilities designed to suit the natural farm setting. Guests also have access to our separate rustic shower block, featuring two private “under the stars” shower bays with warm water, corrugated iron country charm, and a peaceful open-air feel that fits perfectly with the farm stay experience. It’s simple, comfortable, and one of our favourite parts of the farm. The setup is off-grid and keeps things low-impact, while still giving you the essentials for a comfortable stay. It’s not a resort, and that’s exactly the point. You’ll get real farm life, fresh air, and plenty of space to unwind. Wake up to animals, wander the property, or just sit back and enjoy the quiet. We’re a great base if you want to explore the Tablelands, or just stay put and switch off for a bit. — Good to know: • 2WD accessible in dry conditions • Pet friendly (must be controlled at all times) • Campfires allowed when conditions permit • Firewood available onsite • Family friendly Farm animal areas are part of our paid tour experience and aren’t included with camping. Bookings are required.
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Emerald Escape Camping

11. Emerald Escape Camping

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(49)
28km from Atherton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Offering a small number of private camp sites spread across 5000 acres of diverse landscape. From the 25 acre lake to the refreshing Emerald Creek; from your own billabong & gumtrees to being up in the escarpment with spectacular views, you are sure to find your perfect escape. Guest will have access to a composting toilet during their stay. All guests are required to take all rubbish with them and leave no trace.Ideal for solo adventurers or small to large groups. Some sites are accessible by 2WD and suitable for trailers, small caravans and campervans, others by 4WD only.- Each camp site is for one party only & 100's of meters or even kilometers away from any others. All campers have access to our big lake & creek day areas. Enjoy leisurely walks or challenging hikes, climbing, mountain biking, swimming, canoeing etc.- We are situated right next to the magnificent Emerald Falls, Wet Tropics World Heritage Area and Davies Creek Mountain Bike Park.- Sorry no pets.- Only one hour from Cairns international airport.
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Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

12. Little Mulgrave Holiday Camping

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(21)
29km from Atherton · 2 sites
Little Mulgrave river frontage with a beautiful swimming hole, lots of shady trees, wallabies and horses surround the property. Enjoy nature at its best bringing, peace and quiet on this beautiful private 28 acre property. Based 15 minutes from the nearest town and 30 minutes from Cairns City. Local pub Mountain View Hotel 5 minutes away. Campers are required to take all waste/rubbish and dispose of responsibly. In respect to neighbours and other campers quiet time is strictly between 10:00pm to 8:00 am. Only those campers booked in are allowed at camp site.
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Three Falls Holiday Millaa Millaa

13. Three Falls Holiday Millaa Millaa

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(90)
29km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
Three Falls Holiday – Millaa Millaa, QLD Private Camping on a 2.5‑Acre Property on the famous WATERFALL CIRCUIT Welcome to a peaceful and picturesque 2.5‑acre property in beautiful Millaa Millaa, Queensland — right in the heart of the world‑famous Waterfall Circuit. You’ll be staying just 5 minutes from Millaa Millaa Falls, with Zillie Falls (2 km) and Elinjaa Falls (3 km) close enough to walk. It’s a nature‑lover’s dream: quiet, green, and surrounded by shady established gardens and manicured lawns. 🌳 About the Property Two dwellings on-site with 2–3 friendly full‑time residents Free‑range chooks, ducks, and parrots Beautiful established gardens with large, shady trees Very private, very safe, and extremely peaceful You will be the only traveller staying here Multiple camping vehicles/campers allowed only if friends/family travelling together 🚿 Amenities Flush toilet Hot shower BBQ / firepit available for cooking and relaxing Don’t forget the marshmallows — they’re practically mandatory 🍽️ Meals & Water Please bring and prepare your own meals Food scraps can be fed to the chickens in the chicken pen Recycling and rubbish bins provided The property relies entirely on rainwater, so please: No unnecessary water use No washing cars ABSOLUTELY NO PEEING IN THE GARDENS 🐾 Pets Strictly no pets. Our chickens free‑range across the property and must remain safe. 🔥 Campfires You’re welcome to use the BBQ/firepit for cooking or relaxing with your favourite beverage. Winter nights here are magic. 🚐 RV Dump Points Local dump points can be found via Tablelands Regional Council: https://www.trc.qld.gov.au/explore/motor-home-sewage-dump-points/
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The River Ranch

14. The River Ranch

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(103)
29km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
Experience the ultimate riverside camping adventure! Our property offers camp sites located right on the riverbank, with manicured lawns extending to the river's edge. It is a child-friendly swimming area, and you can also enjoy rafting and tubing down the river. Jungle Perch fishing is also available, providing you with a unique experience. You can have campfires, which is a great way to end the day with family and friends. The property is located just 45 km from Cairns, providing a perfect weekend or holiday getaway for families, couples, or friends. The beautiful scenery, fun water activities, and relaxation on the riverside will make your camping trip a memorable experience. Book your stay today and enjoy the adventure of riverside camping. Guests must be fully self-contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure. No pets allowed.
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Kelly Kamp

15. Kelly Kamp

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(23)
29km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
We have 650m of flat grassed vacant land at the rear of our property that can occupy two caravans and two vehicles comfortably. With your own private bathroom and toilet amenities . Also a 6.5kg washing machine to catch up on your laundry if you have been off grid for a few days ( included in your site fee ) there is a clothes dryer to be used during the day if needed ( Honesty box ) Otherwise Mareeba is known for 300 sunny days a year ☀️ so clothes are dry in no time . A small mobile clothes line is on the site for your convenience as well Power and water connection is easy . Pets are allowed at hosts discretion Very close to Mareeba town centre. Kelly Kamp is central to the gorgeous Atherton Tableland’s and only a stroll to the famous ‘Coffee Works’ to enjoy a coffee and chocolate experience. The town of Kuranda is 30 mins away with lots to see and do . From there the skyrail can take you to the city of Cairns or take a further 20 min drive down the Kuranda range where the rainforest meets the ocean
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Barradise

16. Barradise

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(34)
31km from Atherton · 1 site · Tent, RV
We have a peaceful spot right on the edge of our dam which is stocked with Barramundi and brim you can feed the fish every afternoon off the pontoon. ( sorry no fishing ) From here it's only minutes to the centre of Mareeba, 45 minutes to Cairns and only half an hour to Lake Tinaroo which is famous for its fishing with its monster Barra. We are also close to several national parks with sensational swimming holes. You can choose to set up camp facing the back of the block looking out into the bush for complete privacy and watch the kangaroos and wallabies, or you can set up overlooking the dam and looking up the block to the back of the house. We welcome self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower. There is access to drinking water and power. Our property is nestled in a quiet location except for the birdlife, backing onto bushland with a small creek on one side and a dam full of Barra and native fish on the other. There is a big level pad to set up on right on the edge of the dam. The campsite area is 2WD accessible and there's plenty of room for all types of camping vehicles. No pets please.
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Cairns South Camp Spots

17. Cairns South Camp Spots

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38km from Atherton · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
LOCATION: 114 MAITLAND ROAD, GORDONVALE, QLD, 4865. Cairns South Camp Spots is located just 20 klms south of Cairns and 1 klm WEST of the new Bruce Hwy, mid-way between Edmonton and Gordonvale. To enter, 5 kph speed limit. GO halfway up driveway between the two pillars. Turn LEFT then a slight RIGHT into the open grass camp area. Back up and park to one side. MUST BE SELF - CONTAINED (meaning you will need your own facilities and utilities like water, shower, toilet, solar). We can cater to CARS, CARAVANS, TENTS, SWAGS, CAMPER TRAILERS, ROOF-TOP TENTS, MOTORHOMES, VANS. Privacy, relaxation, safety after a long drive or a big day out exploring. Come to our campspot, relax and enjoy the flat grassy spots, cool breezes, rural views, birds, on quiet and private acreage that offers safe and secure overnight camping within 5 mins of shops, supermarket, laundrette, post office, medical facilities. 4 klms south of the campspot is the Gillies Hwy at Gordonvale to take you to the Atherton Tablelands (Malanda, Millaa Millaa). 20 klms north begin the tourist destinations of Kuranda, Green Island, Fitzroy Island and Northern Beaches of Palm Cove, Trinity Beach and Port Douglas, the Daintree World Heritage Rainforests and Great Barrier Reef. We also offer weekly/monthly STORAGE of caravans, cars, vehicles at reasonable rates. Just ask! Please keep your pets and children under control for the benefit of other campers, and take all rubbish when leaving.
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Highleigh Farm Stay

18. Highleigh Farm Stay

96%
(48)
41km from Atherton · 5 sites
If you require power, please visit our website for your booking. Check your inbox for your pre-arrival email, which will contain details for your self check-in. Keen for a budget-friendly alternative to traditional van parks? Welcome to Highleigh Farm – a relaxed, family and pet friendly campground tucked at the base of the stunning Walsh’s Pyramid. Once just a cane paddock, this beaut patch has been lovingly brought to life with over 700 native trees planted, it’s now a little bush oasis – full of native birds, bush tucker, and good vibes. Just a cruisy 20-minute drive from the Cairns CBD, Highleigh Farm is the perfect launch pad to explore the region. We’ve got roomy, grassed sites (yep, we keep ’em green year-round thanks to irrigation), friendly chooks and guinea fowl strutting about the gardens, and horses always keen for a scratch and a yarn. There’s a mini pump track for the ankle-biters, a big shady communal area with a BBQ shelter, firepit, and plenty of open space for kids to run wild and your furry mates to stretch their legs. The whole joint’s securely fenced and gated, so you can kick back with peace of mind. Our big-rig-friendly sites come with individual power and water outlets, but if you’re more the off-grid type, you can book an unpowered site too. Either way, there’s plenty of space to spread out and soak in the serenity. Heads up: We don’t have toilets or showers onsite, so you’ll need to be fully self-contained. But don’t stress – the nearest dump point is just around the corner at Greenpatch Campground.
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3 Bares Retreat

19. 3 Bares Retreat

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(15)
42km from Atherton · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
3 Bares Retreat is a clothing optional naturist retreat located in the stunning Atherton Tablelands of Far North Queensland, just an hour’s drive from Cairns CBD. We offer a safe, private friendly ADULTS ONLY place for you to enjoy. The retreat features an on-site caravan for hire, along with flat, powered and unpowered caravan and camping sites. We provide a spacious camp kitchen, shower block, toilets, and laundry facilities. There is also a dump point on site for those who are self-contained. Guests also have access to filtered drinking water & bottled water also provided. Our grounds are rich with the natural beauty and wildlife of FNQ, ready for you to explore. Enjoy sweeping views from the camp kitchen balcony, take a dip in our pool or the picturesque Clohesy River that borders the property, or cosy up by a warm log fire in the evening. We’re pet-friendly too—just please ensure your furry friends are kept on a lead at all times. We warmly welcome nudists, LGBTQI+ guests, and anyone curious to try the lifestyle. We are now clothing-optional, so come and enjoy our little slice of paradise. There are plenty of games to enjoy, including Boule, Finska, darts, archery, volleyball, as well as board and card games—or simply relax and unwind. The natural bushland and gardens attract a wide variety of birdlife, butterflies, and other creatures, offering wonderful opportunities for birdwatching or simply soaking up the sights and sounds of nature.
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Katecallan

20. Katecallan

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(155)
42km from Atherton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
This rainforest property is 6 kms from the highest town in Qld, Ravenshoe. Lawler Creek winds through the property with campsites next to the creek or away. The campsites around the property suit self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply. This rainforest property is 6 kms from the highest town in Qld, Ravenshoe. Lawler Creek winds through the property with campsites next to the creek or away. No pets please. Platypus Bend This campsite would accommodate multiple camper vans and cars, and is located on the bend of the creek with steps down into the water. There are large trees and abundant bird life, and you may spot a platypus if lucky. A large fire pit is set up for all your camp oven cooking. Chirpy Camp This is a very private camp for tent or a roof top camper, maximum 2 people. Camp by the creek and enjoy the birdlife, and peace and quite. There is an open fire available and plenty of wood to collect. Chicken Run Camp This is a peaceful campsite, with plenty of timber for an open fire, and flat grassy areas. It's a short walk to creek. Abundant bird life. Wake up to the rooster crowing, goats baaing and birds chirping. Enjoy the evenings around the campfire.
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