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Dunblane
1. Dunblane
96%
(1381)
9.4km from Barcaldine · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Barcy! Looking for a campsite where you can camp on your own or just with your friends? Want to learn more about wool growing and sheep grazing businesses? Want to see wildlife (emus, brolgas, kangaroos including the red kangaroo, eagles, echidnas) and livestock in their paddocks? Consider the self-drive tour. Walk the pet, light a fire at night and let the kids explore. Several sites have hot water for open air baths or tubs.
Dunblane is a wool sheep grazing property located just off the Landsborough (Matilda) Highway 8km west of Barcaldine. We welcome camping guests and we're happy to share our place with others.
Only one booking allowed at each site so you will have the site to yourself, although you are able to book so friends can also stay with you. Pull in, light a fire, watch for falling stars, walk the dog and let the kids explore. Check the sunsets that never fail.
Amenities depend on the site booked - check the options listed.
Kids under 15 stay free!
Dog and pet friendly.
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Electrical hookup
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Barcaldine Caravan Park
2. Barcaldine Caravan Park
100%
(2)
0.8km from Barcaldine · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Barcaldine Caravan Park is an oasis in the outback, providing large, grassy powered and unpowered caravan sites, tent sites and ensuite cabins. With fully equipped camp kitchen and campfires and cooking during the season, you will free right at home. Clean, ensuited amenities with disabled access and a coin operated laundry. Free Starlink wifi all around the park.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Deanne
2 weeks ago
6 m travel trailer
With kids
We loved staying at Dunblane! Nothing beats being under the stars. Easy access to Barcaldine only 6 min drive and David is so accommodating and makes your stay so much more. The baths are so much fun, adults and kids loved the beautiful warm water either watching the sunset or the night sky. So worth a stop and so interesting listening to David talk about the property and surrounds.
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Wilhelmina (Elma)
2 weeks ago
30 m Class A
Group trip
Very serene and idyllic spot. The tub is an absolute treat. Make sure you read all David's instructions and let him know if the water doesn't work - he is a very responsive host.
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Clare
2 weeks ago
8 m travel trailer
With kids
We had a great stay at Dunblane. The directions were clear and all of us loved the hot tub. The cattle in the surrounding paddock were very calm and the sunrises and sunsets were beautiful.
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Tess
3 weeks ago
5 m rooftop tent
We loved our stay at Dunblane! A beautiful property with spectacular views, baths, amenities, fire pit and friendly owners.
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Tim
3 weeks ago
Tent
A little camp spot surrounded by an electric fence to keep the cattle out! Certainly enjoyed a sunset soak in the hot tub filled from the bore.
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Brendan
3 weeks ago
13 m travel trailer
Just a quick one night stay for us. Might’ve been a while since our site had been used so track in was a little overgrown. Super remote and quiet. Stars were epic
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Nathan
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
David is a great host, he upgraded us to a better site that was available for the dates we booked. Highly recommend any of the camp sites at Dunbalne,
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Don
February 2026
7 m Class A
We’re doing our travel out of session so conditions aren’t always optimal. For our stay we had plenty of rain; but, it didn’t detract from the beautify and the sheep farm feel. Sitting in the outdoor baths late afternoon watching the thunder storm approach was pure magic. Private and easy to access. Great spot.
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Samantha
December 2025
Tent
I really loved staying at the shearing shed. It was great to meet David and have a chat before I set up; the shed had heaps of things to look at talking about what they do there as a working sheep holding. I found it really interesting and loved the fact it’s a working shed so staying there is a bit like being a fly on the wall.. getting a sneak peek into how a sheep station works.
The opportunity to have a hot artesian water bath and watch the sunset was sublime. I really hope to visit here again. I highly recommend this camp spot.
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Issy
December 2025
8 m travel trailer
With pets
We loved this spot, thanks David! The kids had a ball and was a lovely place to stop out of town.
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Emma
December 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
Incredible host, extremely accommodating & kind. Really cool sites & outback bathing - loved it!
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Steve
November 2025
8 m travel trailer
We had stayed at McBride's flowing bore before and booked it. Due to forecast of rain David contacted us and arranged an alternative site for us at the shearing shed. This was an excellent alternative, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks David for making it happen.
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Courtney
November 2025
6 m travel trailer
With kids
We loved our family stay at the shed shearing farm and will defentinley be back in future for such a unique exsperince!
David (Host) was very caring a accomadating during our stay and kept us informed with the weather.
The hot baths were amazing, nice to relax in while hearing, seing sheep and watching the sun go down was very refreshing after a long day travelling. There is a few goats that like to be around your camp site and are friendly.
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Chris
November 2025
9 m travel trailer
Second time we've stopped here. Lovely place to stop for the night.
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Shiralee
October 2025
13 m travel trailer
We loved our time at Dunblane Station- Nickos camp.
Whilst it was very hot when we stayed there, it was still a great camp. Not far off the road but far enough that the road noise isn’t intrusive. Surrounded by grasslands and sheep, we had a very relaxing 3 days. To top it off the Fire Bath is amazing! We didn’t heat it up as the weather was so hot but it was very refreshing and enjoyable to sit I. The deep bath and watch the world go by.
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Sarah
October 2025
8 m travel trailer
With kids
We had an absolutely incredible time at Dunblane.
From welcoming messages giving clear directions for how to access our campsite and facilities to his arrival shortly after ours, David was a great host and actively involved my two young teenaged boys and I in some genuine farm work, helping him to sort his sheep into their yards.
After some pretty intensive labour we soaked our hard working bones in his deep artesian baths that had to be filled up in the afternoon to allow them time to cool for the evening - that’s how hot the artesian water is!
Not going to lie, the amenities - as is clearly stated from the outset - are not terribly appealing! We used our own toilet and shower. I wouldn’t recommend relying on those that are there, although they are available if need be. Best to go out fully self contained and just enjoy the genuine farm experience, the gorgeous sunset over David’s expansive land, and the relaxing hot baths at the end of the day.
We would do it all over again and will be back if we ever get the chance.
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Andrew
October 2025
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Laura
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Ripper place. We drove from Brisbane to Winton and my 5yo boy says the highlight was staying on that sheep station! The big yellow bath was heaven. Need I say more!
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Jason
October 2025
5 m travel trailer
Great spot so close to town but you feel like you’re miles away. Not used to the sound of sheep so that was very cool. The fire tub is brilliant. What an amazing way to watch the sun go down. Thanks!
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Sandra
October 2025
9 m travel trailer
We loved the fact that no-one else was camped around us and having a soak in the tub has been a highlight of our lap.
The night sky was a bit cloudy at midnight but I still managed to get some great photos, including a colourful sunset.
The only thing needed is some shade for the afternoon sun. Because we did not have neighbours we were comfortable starting up the generator to allow us to run our air conditioning. Not everyone has this as a back up for hot days.
We would come back again, definitely in the cooler months.
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Where to go
Iningai Park Nature Reserve
This natural reserve due west of Barcaldine is a great place for walking and birdwatching. Three walking loops weave through the reserve and into the nearby town of Longreach. Around 130 types of birds, 22 reptile species, and a dozen mammals have been spotted in the park.
Idalia National Park
Spread out over 144,000 hectares, Idalia National Park is characterized by mulga forests, rocky gorges, and the headwaters of the Bulloo River. The park also houses the remnants of old stockyards dating from the 1920s to the 1950s. Keep your eyes peeled for yellow-footed rock wallabies.
Cudmore National Park
If you want to see wildlife, your chances are high at Cudmore National Park. Spread out over just under 22,000 hectares, this space provides habitat for 31 mammal species along with all sorts of birds, amphibians, and reptiles. Just note that the park is entirely undeveloped, without proper visitor facilities beyond a road that can only be accessed by 4-wheel-drive vehicles.
When to go
Barcaldine is a great winter destination, with generally cool and dry weather from late May until September. Spring and autumn see significantly higher temperatures, with highs in the low to mid-30s that peak in the slightly rainier summer months. If you're looking for a bit of extra fun, visit over the annual Labour Day long weekend in May, when the Tree of Knowledge Festival brings entertainment, markets, a parade, and even goat racing to the community.
