92% (945) • 21 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bowen
Blackiron
1. Blackiron
98%
(506)
66km from Bowen · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$31
/ night
Ben Lomond Station
2. Ben Lomond Station
99%
(782)
26km from Bowen · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
from
AU$22
/ night
Crystal Brook Camping
3. Crystal Brook Camping
92%
(6)
42km from Bowen · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
4. Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
100%
(8)
47km from Bowen · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
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
- Self sufficient is preferred
- 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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$25
/ night
Harbour Lights Caravan Park
5. Harbour Lights Caravan Park
81%
(8)
0.4km from Bowen · 83 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
AU$62
/ night
92% (945) • 21 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bowen
Blackiron
1. Blackiron
98%
(506)
66km from Bowen · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
AU$31
/ night
Ben Lomond Station
2. Ben Lomond Station
99%
(782)
26km from Bowen · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
from
AU$22
/ night
Crystal Brook Camping
3. Crystal Brook Camping
92%
(6)
42km from Bowen · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
AU$37
/ night
Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
4. Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
100%
(8)
47km from Bowen · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
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
- Self sufficient is preferred
- 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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
AU$25
/ night
Harbour Lights Caravan Park
5. Harbour Lights Caravan Park
81%
(8)
0.4km from Bowen · 83 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
AU$62
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Teresa
2 weeks ago
6 m travel trailer
With pets
Nice and quiet place for NYE. Grass had been nicely mowed and bonus was the creek had water for the dogs to splash around in. Would return.
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Darryn
2 weeks ago
5 nights at Blackiron
Besides the weather which was out of everyone's control. It's a very relaxed laid back site..Ben is very approachability and has a very laid back attitude..definitely will be camping there in the future weather permitting.
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fiona
2 weeks ago
10 m travel trailer
Group trip
Colleen was a great host - camp spot was exactly as described - even had a herd of cattle wakeup alarm
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Briana
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Awesome stay here with my 2 dogs. Ben was super friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back!
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Adam
December 2025
11 m pop-up camper
With pets
Loved the spot. Pool was clean, toilets and showers work and worked well. Host was polite and professional highly recommend.
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Matthew
November 2025
15 m travel trailer
With pets
This spot was amazing! Even if the camp next to you had a party, I doubt you would hear them the camp sites are that far apart. Cracking spot for fishing and crabbing, although I didn’t catch any fish (definitely a me issue, not the spot) and I caught plenty of crab (only 2 keepers unfortunately) and it was nice in the afternoons going for walks and cows coming for a visit of a night time. 10/10 in my opinion.
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Tony
November 2025
13 m travel trailer
Quiet spot for a couple of nights near the river, caught a few fish that made lunch. Friendly host only too happy to make our
stay enjoyable.
Will call in again sometime
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Tim
November 2025
5 m car
With pets
Great spot on the creek, plenty of fresh sand around. Thanks for hosting
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Patrick
November 2025
6 m pop-up camper
Well set out camping area. Plenty of grass due to recent rain. Quiet, good place to get away from the city life. Creek was flowing enough to sit in and cool down.
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Patrick
November 2025
3 m travel trailer
Good spot to camp. Nice and quiet. Area nicely grassed and mowed,fairly level . Unfortunately no campfire. Total fire ban. Didn't miss it. Creek was running enough to go sit in. Had rain second night. Definately will be going into our favourite's list to return.
Saw an echidna, wallabies, galahs, kookaburras.
Plenty of area for kids to run around in.
Just a word advice though: if you don't know how to drive on soft river sand, don't venture there.
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Kathy
October 2025
7 m travel trailer
With pets
Very peaceful. Camps are far enough away to allow privacy. Directions from Colleen were very clear.
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Ben
October 2025
10 m pop-up camper
With pets
Great host and an awesome location.
Very well looked after. Would absolutely recommend that anyone stay a few nights and cruise around the property.
Great swimming locations and lots of local animals. Close to the whitsundays locations as well.
Everyone was so friendly.
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Tanya
October 2025
7 m Class A
Great place - we were warmly welcomed - nice and flat area - lots of wildlife - little creek to dip in
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Shane
October 2025
6 m travel trailer
Friend And I stayed for the weekend, very relaxing and even had a pleasant dip in the beautiful river. Great host, Ben, family and friends made us very welcome.
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Ella
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Colleen was so so accommodating!
Our spot was a short safari trek to get to, but so worth it. Serene, peaceful and private. Right by the river, we fished all afternoon with two good bream on the lines. Heaps of mud crabs too! Afternoon and early morning the cattle walked through our camp and with all the cute calves on ground at the moment, it was lovely. Wallabies and birds all around. Be snake aware, we saw a brown but he moved on quickly.
Absolutely love this beautiful place.
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Liz
October 2025
7 m travel trailer
We had an absolutely relaxing time at Ben Lomond station. We will definitely be back again.
Loved seeing the cattle walking past every afternoon.
Fishing & crabbing was good.
Just wish we had a longer stay.
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Sean
October 2025
Tent
Great spot, quiet good spacing between campsites, creek running though. Recommend for a chilled experience
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Shabz
October 2025
5 m car
With pets
Only regret with this site was not having stayed there longer! Easy check in, was met by a lovely couple helping out on the farm, plenty of space, water available and nice walk by the creek. 100% recommend :)
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Craig
October 2025
11 m travel trailer
Blackiron Hipcamp is a hidden gem just off the Bruce Highway, easy for any 2WD to reach. It offers everything from luxury glamping to simple tent sites, with plenty of space for caravans—no reversing or unhitching needed! Set along a clear, winding creek, it’s great for fishing or just relaxing by the water listening to the birds and the gentle flow.
We usually travel in our caravan but treated ourselves to the Kingfisher luxury glamping tent—what a delight! Private, peaceful and perfect for a romantic getaway. The wood-fired outdoor spa was amazing; we lay under the stars, glass in hand, just soaking in the moment.
Hosts Ben and his father were wonderful—friendly, genuine people who couldn’t do enough to help. Their warmth really made the stay special.
The main Blackiron campsite is large and ideal not just for campers but also for group gatherings, family get-togethers or work events.
All in all, Blackiron Hipcamp and the Kingfisher tent exceeded expectations—peaceful, beautifully kept and full of heart. We can’t recommend it enough!
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Katherine
October 2025
Tent
Lovely camp, the sites are very spread out over the property and no one is in sight, making it feel like your own. Perfect location for day trips out from Bowen to Airlie, definitely recommend.
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