Mount Barney National Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Camping must be booked in advance, and you will need to pay the full fee upfront to secure your reservation.
2. Camping permits are required for all the park’s campsites, and a tag with your booking number must be displayed on your tent at all times. 
3. Book at least six weeks in advance if visiting in summer (December to February) or on bank holiday weekends. There are strict limits on campers at each site, so even the most remote bush camps can fill up.

When to Go

The weather is notoriously changeable at Mount Barney, so come prepared whenever you visit. April to September provides the most pleasant weather for hiking, although you’ll need to wrap up warm at night. Summer (December through February) temperatures can reach up to 40°C, especially on exposed ridges. Pack a raincoat if visiting between November and March, as thunderstorms are common at the end of a sunny day. 

Know Before You Go

• Mount Barney National Park is located south of Brisbane, about a 2-hour drive along Mount Lindesay Highway. Parking is available at Cleared Ridge, Lower Portal, Cotswold, and Yellow Pinch. All campsites are accessible on foot only.
• There are minimal facilities within the park, but restrooms and information points are available at Lower Portal and Yellow Pinch car parks. The closest gas stations and shops to the park are in Boonah and Rathdowney, so stock up on supplies before arrival.
• No campsites in the park have facilities, power, or mobile phone coverage. Bring everything you need with you, including plenty of drinking water.
• There is a strict open-fire ban within the park and generators are prohibited at all park camping grounds. 
• There are no wheelchair-accessible trails or facilities at Mount Barney.