The best camping near Killarney

Main Range National Park

Most of the must-see waterfalls around Killarney fall within the Main Range National Park, which is part of the UNESCO-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. Follow the Falls Drive circuit to visit multiple waterfalls in one trip. There’s a caravan park at Queen Mary Falls, although if you’re travelling with a caravan, secure a site before driving around the park as some of the roads aren’t suitable for caravans.

Condamine Gorge

Australia’s longest river, the Condamine River, starts just outside Killarney, and the Condamine Gorge (also called the Cambanoora Gorge) runs between the source of the river and Killarney. It’s a significant site for local wildlife, including platypus. The road crosses the river many times (and can flood after rain), and there are plenty of hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding opportunities in the gorge. Camp in Killarney or at Queen Mary Falls.

Koreelah National Park

Not far from Killarney but running along the New South Wales side of the state border, Koreelah National Park attracts visitors with its ancient rainforest, swimming holes, walking tracks, birdwatching, and camping at the Koreelah Creek Campground. It’s a remote campground and sites aren’t powered, but there are toilets, an amenities block, picnic tables, and barbecue facilities.

Killarney is in Southern Queensland and experiences a subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. To make the most of your time in Killarney and the beautiful national parks, visit in the spring or autumn, when the weather will likely be fine and warm without being too hot. September is the driest month, so while it might be comfortable for camping, the waterfalls may not be at their best.