The best dog-friendly caravan sites near Bramston Beach

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Just an hour south of Cairns, the sleepy seafront town of Bramston Beach is the perfect antidote to the Far North Queensland tourist trail. Swap big city life for 11 kilometres of pristine, crowd-free beach, where you can swim, stroll, fish, and—if you’re lucky—spot Australian humpback dolphins along the coast. Campers are well served by Bramston’s caravan park and beach campground, both of which offer powered and unpowered sites. You can also snag one of the five beachside tent sites in the Russell River National Park, just north of town, or check into a remote Hipcamp accessible only by 4WD.

98% (1.9K) 105 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Bramston Beach

Ben-Ellinjaa

1. Ben-Ellinjaa

99%
(100)
80km from Bramston Beach · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Thank you who camped this year. We have « closed » our area from mid January to April. If you wish to camp during that time message us on Hipcamp, and we will endeavour to see if it is possible. Please note, our rates are per vehicle per night ( if you have an additional vehicle, just book an additional site or additional nights. This assists in avoiding overcrowding) There is NO access to our property from Kuranda end! Visitors need to go through Mareeba A beautiful 160 acre paddock that you can enjoy. Cleared slashed areas beside the river. Enjoy a river swim to cool you down during summer and go for a cold dip during winter. River is also good for fishing during the right season. Access to river is 100 metres on graded walking track. Unless you have a ‘booster ’there is very limited mobile coverage or internet. {enjoy the peace and solitude} Access to the property is fourteen kilometres gravel, coming off the highway. Sites are private separated from each other, some sites suit clothing optional guests Site is 300 metres from road and provides privacy. Tents and small caravans are ideal. Not suitable for highway caravans or very large vans as the access will be too rough. There are walking areas at rear of property. Be aware tropical North Queensland has paralysis ticks and we have snakes at times and visiting pigs. Water can be supplied upon request. Power generators are permitted . There may be minimal mobile service with Telstra. Campfire will only be permitted within fire pit. All campers will need to be self contained and leave no trace behind. Checkout is generally when you feel like it. Dog friendly. Site may be closed in the wet season from December to April, once monsoonal events occur
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$31
 / night
Baroomby Bush Camp

2. Baroomby Bush Camp

100%
(19)
81km from Bramston Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to Baroomby – our peaceful 200-acre property, surrounded by native bush and big skies. Here, you'll find space to breathe, total privacy, and soul-stirring sunsets. Escape the crowds and reconnect with nature. Baroomby offers just one exclusive campsite – Perched upon a small hilltop, offering complete seclusion and privacy to unhook the RV and go sight-seeing for the day. Come back and unwind to sunset views, the perfect backdrop for an evening by the fire. Whether you’re rolling in with a caravan or pitching a tent, there’s plenty of flat open space for 3 setups, making it ideal for couples, friends, or small groups, your furry friends are welcome too! Water available at campsite via a tap connected to a 10,000L tank with water from our spring fed bore. An abundance of firewood available to forage around the campsite! No need to bring any. You're welcome to let your dogs stretch and run around off the leash! Things to do; Travel 8 minutes up the road by car, to unwind with a soothing soak at the nearby ‘Innot Hot Springs’ - nature’s own spa, where warm, mineral-rich waters offer the perfect way to relax and recharge. Visit Millstream Falls - reputedly the widest single drop waterfall in Australia, the park is rich in cultural and World War II history - 12 mins away by car. Ravenshoe – Explore Queensland’s highest town, (3,050ft above sea level) - 17 mins drive by car. Visit local cafes, markets, and the historic steam railway.
Campfires
Water hookup
from 
AU$25
 / night
Candlenut

3. Candlenut

100%
(1)
38km from Bramston Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV
The site is on the river but not in a flood zone. You can see where we live, but the 177 acres are yours to explore. You will need to be self-contained for water and sewage. River access from this site is currently being organized, but you are welcome to use the entrance farther down on the farm. It’s easy to carry canoes, paddleboards, and other gear from there.
Campfires
from 
AU$37
 / night
Run to Paradise

4. Run to Paradise

100%
(9)
41km from Bramston Beach · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
A peaceful acre and a half block straight off the road, flat grassed area with fencing between camp area and Neighbours. Plenty of space to set up where you feel comfortable within the fence and surrounded by horses. 15km or 20 minutes from Cairns City Centre and 10 minutes from Coles or Woolies in either direction. (Please note Gordonvale Woolies is closed on Sundays, Mount Sheridan shopping centre has Kmart, Coles and Woolies). A cane train line runs across the front of the property so during cane season the trains come past a few times during the day and night. They can be noisy but are fairly quick. Fresh and crystal clear swimming hole/ creek at the end of the road if you continue west down Maitland Road. Please stay in the front block and before the horse stables. Guests must be self-contained with their own toilet facilities.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$31
 / night
Cairns South Camp Spots

5. Cairns South Camp Spots

100%
(5)
41km from Bramston Beach · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
MUST BE SELF - CONTAINED CAMPERS (meaning you will need your own facilities and utilities like water, shower, toilet, solar). We can cater to CARS, TENTS, CAMPER TRAILERS, ROOF-TOP TENTS, VANS, MOTORHOMES. Level grassy spots, cool breezes, rural views, quiet, on private acreage that offer safe and secure overnight camping within 5 mins of shops, supermarket, laundrette, post office, medical facilities. LOCATION 20 klms south of Cairns and just 1 klm WEST of the new Bruce Hwy, mid-way between Edmonton and Gordonvale. 4 klms south of the campspot is the Gillies Hwy at Gordonvale to take you to the glorious 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.
Electrical hookup
from 
AU$46
 / night

Just an hour south of Cairns, the sleepy seafront town of Bramston Beach is the perfect antidote to the Far North Queensland tourist trail. Swap big city life for 11 kilometres of pristine, crowd-free beach, where you can swim, stroll, fish, and—if you’re lucky—spot Australian humpback dolphins along the coast. Campers are well served by Bramston’s caravan park and beach campground, both of which offer powered and unpowered sites. You can also snag one of the five beachside tent sites in the Russell River National Park, just north of town, or check into a remote Hipcamp accessible only by 4WD.

98% (1.9K) 105 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Bramston Beach

Ben-Ellinjaa

1. Ben-Ellinjaa

99%
(100)
80km from Bramston Beach · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Thank you who camped this year. We have « closed » our area from mid January to April. If you wish to camp during that time message us on Hipcamp, and we will endeavour to see if it is possible. Please note, our rates are per vehicle per night ( if you have an additional vehicle, just book an additional site or additional nights. This assists in avoiding overcrowding) There is NO access to our property from Kuranda end! Visitors need to go through Mareeba A beautiful 160 acre paddock that you can enjoy. Cleared slashed areas beside the river. Enjoy a river swim to cool you down during summer and go for a cold dip during winter. River is also good for fishing during the right season. Access to river is 100 metres on graded walking track. Unless you have a ‘booster ’there is very limited mobile coverage or internet. {enjoy the peace and solitude} Access to the property is fourteen kilometres gravel, coming off the highway. Sites are private separated from each other, some sites suit clothing optional guests Site is 300 metres from road and provides privacy. Tents and small caravans are ideal. Not suitable for highway caravans or very large vans as the access will be too rough. There are walking areas at rear of property. Be aware tropical North Queensland has paralysis ticks and we have snakes at times and visiting pigs. Water can be supplied upon request. Power generators are permitted . There may be minimal mobile service with Telstra. Campfire will only be permitted within fire pit. All campers will need to be self contained and leave no trace behind. Checkout is generally when you feel like it. Dog friendly. Site may be closed in the wet season from December to April, once monsoonal events occur
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
AU$31
 / night
Baroomby Bush Camp

2. Baroomby Bush Camp

100%
(19)
81km from Bramston Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to Baroomby – our peaceful 200-acre property, surrounded by native bush and big skies. Here, you'll find space to breathe, total privacy, and soul-stirring sunsets. Escape the crowds and reconnect with nature. Baroomby offers just one exclusive campsite – Perched upon a small hilltop, offering complete seclusion and privacy to unhook the RV and go sight-seeing for the day. Come back and unwind to sunset views, the perfect backdrop for an evening by the fire. Whether you’re rolling in with a caravan or pitching a tent, there’s plenty of flat open space for 3 setups, making it ideal for couples, friends, or small groups, your furry friends are welcome too! Water available at campsite via a tap connected to a 10,000L tank with water from our spring fed bore. An abundance of firewood available to forage around the campsite! No need to bring any. You're welcome to let your dogs stretch and run around off the leash! Things to do; Travel 8 minutes up the road by car, to unwind with a soothing soak at the nearby ‘Innot Hot Springs’ - nature’s own spa, where warm, mineral-rich waters offer the perfect way to relax and recharge. Visit Millstream Falls - reputedly the widest single drop waterfall in Australia, the park is rich in cultural and World War II history - 12 mins away by car. Ravenshoe – Explore Queensland’s highest town, (3,050ft above sea level) - 17 mins drive by car. Visit local cafes, markets, and the historic steam railway.
Campfires
Water hookup
from 
AU$25
 / night
Candlenut

3. Candlenut

100%
(1)
38km from Bramston Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV
The site is on the river but not in a flood zone. You can see where we live, but the 177 acres are yours to explore. You will need to be self-contained for water and sewage. River access from this site is currently being organized, but you are welcome to use the entrance farther down on the farm. It’s easy to carry canoes, paddleboards, and other gear from there.
Campfires
from 
AU$37
 / night
Run to Paradise

4. Run to Paradise

100%
(9)
41km from Bramston Beach · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
A peaceful acre and a half block straight off the road, flat grassed area with fencing between camp area and Neighbours. Plenty of space to set up where you feel comfortable within the fence and surrounded by horses. 15km or 20 minutes from Cairns City Centre and 10 minutes from Coles or Woolies in either direction. (Please note Gordonvale Woolies is closed on Sundays, Mount Sheridan shopping centre has Kmart, Coles and Woolies). A cane train line runs across the front of the property so during cane season the trains come past a few times during the day and night. They can be noisy but are fairly quick. Fresh and crystal clear swimming hole/ creek at the end of the road if you continue west down Maitland Road. Please stay in the front block and before the horse stables. Guests must be self-contained with their own toilet facilities.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$31
 / night
Cairns South Camp Spots

5. Cairns South Camp Spots

100%
(5)
41km from Bramston Beach · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
MUST BE SELF - CONTAINED CAMPERS (meaning you will need your own facilities and utilities like water, shower, toilet, solar). We can cater to CARS, TENTS, CAMPER TRAILERS, ROOF-TOP TENTS, VANS, MOTORHOMES. Level grassy spots, cool breezes, rural views, quiet, on private acreage that offer safe and secure overnight camping within 5 mins of shops, supermarket, laundrette, post office, medical facilities. LOCATION 20 klms south of Cairns and just 1 klm WEST of the new Bruce Hwy, mid-way between Edmonton and Gordonvale. 4 klms south of the campspot is the Gillies Hwy at Gordonvale to take you to the glorious 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.
Electrical hookup
from 
AU$46
 / night

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The best dog-friendly caravan sites near Bramston Beach guide

Where to go

Wooroonooran National Park 

A 20-minute drive inland brings you to the wild rivers and waterfalls of Wooroonooran National Park, where you can hike through dense rainforest, go canoeing through scenic gorges, or tackle the mountain biking trails of the Misty Mountains. Highlights include the Mamu Tropical Skywalk and Queensland’s highest mountain, Bartle Frere, while campers can choose from three campgrounds with space for tents and camper trailers.

Tully Gorge National Park

Just south of Wooroonooran, the Misty Mountains tumble down into Tully Gorge National Park, where outdoor adventurers can hike, kayak, and go white-water rafting in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. There are also natural swimming holes where you can cool off and two campgrounds with unpowered sites for campervans and motorhomes.

Great Barrier Reef

With easy access to Cairns, Bramston Beach is well situated for discovering the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef. The underwater world of dazzling corals and diverse marine life is best discovered on a snorkelling or scuba diving tour, but you can also cruise the reef on a glass-bottomed boat, camp out on a barrier island, or take a scenic flight.

When to go

The (comparatively) cooler, dryer months of April through November provide the most favourable weather for forays into Queensland’s Far North. This is prime time for snorkelling, diving, and outdoor activities, and coincides with whale-watching season (July-Sept). If you’re hiking and camping in summer (Dec-Feb), come prepared for soaring temperatures, high humidity, and regular downpours.