River, stream, or creek caravan camping near Bowen

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  • Crystal Brook Camping
  • Crystal Brook Camping
  • Crystal Brook Camping
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Crystal Brook Camping

8 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Crystal Brook, QLD
This campsite is ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. It's a peaceful spot with basic amenities, perfect for a weekend getaway. Located just 1km from Proserpine Dam, the campsite offers easy access to serene water views and activities. For those willing to explore further, Girraween National Park is about an hour's drive from Crystal Brook. This national park is renowned for its spectacular granite landscapes, wildflowers, and walking trails. The Bald Rock Creek camping area within the park is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts. The campsite is pet-friendly and caters to self-sufficient campers only, as there are no toilets or showers available. Enjoy a truly off-the-grid experience in this beautiful natural setting.
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AU$30
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  • Track into entrance
  • Gully Getaway
  • Track into entrance
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Gully Getaway

17 sites ¡ RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Proserpine, QLD
Bush camping along the banks of a seasonal Gully that is lined with huge, majestic paperbark trees. There are 10 separate camp spots and all have a slashed track to the pit toilet. 3 in shady areas away from the gully that are suitable for Caravans. 3 located near the Gully, suitable for Caravans and larger groups and 4 that are located near the Gully but only suitable for camp trailers, roof top tents and smaller groups. Enjoy nature and feel free to explore the gully with it's many natural bridges and hidden animal habitats. As this is a working family farm, cattle from the remaining property will graze this Gully block from time to time so all gates must remain closed. We also ask that children are supervised at all times and advise that the Gully is not suitable for swimming. Kelsey Creek is a cane farming district and a small gauge train line goes past the property which makes for a lovely rural experience. Keep an eye out for the glow in the sky and you might get to witness a cane fire also. Being only 7 minutes west of Proserpine it is well located to take in the beauty of the Whitsundays. Gully Getaway is in an Environmental Protection Zone that restricts trees being felled and the removal of debris in the watercourse, so please do not use for firewood.
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AU$18
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  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
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Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp

35 sites ¡ RVs, Tents22 acres ¡ Bogie, QLD
Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp is a 22 acre property on the Bogie River, located 1.3 km off Peter Delemonthe Road, a short 35 minute drive from Bowen and close to Collinsville in the Whitsunday Region of North Queensland. - Tents, Caravans, Camper Trailers, RV’s all welcome, 2wd accessible - Camp Kitchen - Campfires allowed - Portable water available - Showers - Toilets - Must be self sufficient as we do not have toilet facilities at present - Pet Friendly - dogs to be on a leash or in an enclosure at all times - Children under 16 free - PM your host Paul for more information Camp in nature and enjoy the sights and sounds of the local wildlife.
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AU$12.50
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  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
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Harbour Lights Caravan Park

83 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Bowen, QLD
Harbour Lights Caravan Park is ideally located adjacent to the Harbour and Front beach. This small Top Tourist Park has lots of shady trees, is extremely quiet with great views and the friendly hospitality of a country town by the sea. Adjacent to the park, Bowen’s foreshore area has been transformed into a recreational area that includes a “Water Park”, a first class Skate park, a children’s playground, shared walking and cycle tracks, public barbecues, grassy picnic areas, an amphitheatre and interpretive centre. The park is just a short stroll (300m) to clubs, restaurants, cafes and a large variety of speciality shops including banks, post offices, supermarkets, pharmacies and many more in the town centre.
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AU$50
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3 top river, stream, or creek caravan sites near Bowen

  • Blackiron
  • Blackiron
  • Blackiron
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Blackiron

20 sites ¡ RVs, Tents100 acres ¡ Andromache, QLD
Situated on the bank of the Andromache River, setup camp at one of our cozy camp spots and enjoy the quiet of the bush. We have sites available in our grassy paddock which are accessible by all vehicles. Sand camping is available for 4x4's with tent/swag set ups during the dry seasons. No trailers or vans are permitted on the sand due to bogging. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a campfire and visual displays of local wildlife, try your hand at fishing in the river or just enjoy a cool swim just a few meters from our grassy sites. Guests are required to be fully self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Only a short distance from Airlie Beach and the islands for those interested in the local tourist attractions. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash and cleaned up after.
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AU$25
 / night
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  • Whitsundays Rainforest Getaway
  • Whitsundays Rainforest Getaway
  • Whitsundays Rainforest Getaway
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Whitsundays Rainforest Getaway

2 sites ¡ RVs10 acres ¡ Woodwark, QLD
Escape to a tranquil rainforest setting with native orchids, seasonal creek, rockpools, native wildlife including possums and sugar gliders, the endangered Proserpine rock-wallaby, friendly bush turkeys and native birds. Powered campsite for self-contained motorhomes and caravans. The site is equipped with camp-kitchen/BBQ. The concrete site is approximately 10mX10m. Private and peaceful campground, perfect for a holiday or escape from everyday life. For the adventurous campers the property's hilltop lookout is accessible by 4X4 track or walking - approximately 1.5km - to experience an amazing view over the Whitsundays Island and Airlie Beach; where you can also enjoy picnic. The creek frontage campsite is located at the lower part of the property, access by sealed road. The property is located 10 minutes from the Heart of the Whitsundays and marinas where you can access the Great Barrier Reef's tours such as fishing, snorkeling, island tours, jet-skiing, sky-diving, reef flights, Proserpine river croc-tour. Airlie Beach is the tourist hub with shopping centers, tropical swimming lagoon, restaurants, pubs and service centers for repairs. Pets are welcome. Address available on request. Please note, mobile reception and internet is patchy at some parts of the property.
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AU$25
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  • Great Estuary fishing for the family
  • Ben Lomond Station
  • Great Estuary fishing for the family
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Ben Lomond Station

7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents1800 acres ¡ Hideaway Bay, QLD
Ben Lomond Station is an 1800 acre working cattle station 25 minutes south of Bowen and 35 minutes north of Airlie Beach on the Whitsundays. We border onto Eden Lassie Creek which has tidal ocean access for saltwater fishing and there is an abundance of estuary fishing and crab spots available. We are a nature based camping area. Cleared shady camping spots are available for fully self contained campers as there are currently no facilities available so you must have own camping toilet and leave no trace. Access to the camping area is for 4WD only with caravans off road and high clearance. Firewood is available for a small fee or you can collect any fallen timber yourself. There is a ban on cutting down any standing timber even it is dead. There is plenty of room to run for the kids and dogs though we do ask that your pet not annoy our cattle or other campers. Ben Lomond station has an abundance of flora and fauna such as burdekin plum trees, mango trees, wallabies, kangaroos and bird and fish species.
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AU$18
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