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Andrew Drynan Park

94%

· Kooralbyn, Queensland

12 acres hosted by Barry M.

80 Vehicle/Tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Andrew Drynan Park is situated on Running Creek, 47 km south of Beaudesert and 19 km from Rathdowney on the Lions Road. The drive from Brisbane will take a couple of hours. It has an impressive backdrop formed by Mt Chinghee. Running Creek is a lovely flowing creek which is very inviting in summer and the park offers a great bush camp. Toilets, BBQs, picnic tables and swimming. BYO drinking water. Pets to be restrained. No showers—a dip in the creek will keep you clean but please don’t use soap or detergent. Directions: At Rathdowney, turn left into Running Creek Rd and travel approximately 17km south east. Campers & Day Trippers Rules: The Park is for everyone to enjoy, so please adhere to a few simple guidelines while enjoying this beautiful park. By using this park you agree to the following rules. All vehicles entering the park must observe 10 Km per hour speed limit. Fires must be extinguished prior to departure. Park users must clean up their area when leaving, by taking all rubbish, including food scraps and disposable nappies with them, so the next users can enjoy the Park as well. Do not burn your rubbish. It must be taken with you! The disposal of nappies in the grass around the waterline, and in fire pits, is a serious risk to human health, the health of the creek, surrounding stock and the ecosystem! Please be respectful of other camper’s space & privacy! Do not set up on top of other campers. Generator use is restricted to 4 hours per day between the hours of 2pm to 6pm. Dogs must be on short leads and confined to your campsite at all times. No music or noise after 10pm, noise level must at all times be at an acceptable level so as not to disturb other users. No antisocial behavior. No camping on creek banks. No playing around toilet block area. No livestock to be kept on the park. No cutting down trees. No person to travel in the load area of vehicles. No motorcycles other than on the formed roads or when moving between your campsite and the road. No stock whips, firearms or weapons of any sort, chainsaws, drones or fireworks allowed in the park. No use of detergents, soaps or shampoos in creek. No washing dishes or clothing in creek. No hitting of Golf balls. No cricket with cricket ball (tennis ball ok). No swings to be tied to trees. Anyone who is non-compliant may be directed by park management to leave the park and if so must leave without delay. Non-compliance will be referred to local Police and you may face legal action for trespassing. Park management reserves the right to refuse anyone entry to and use of the park. Let’s all enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings. Yours respectfully Andrew Drynan Park ManagementAndrew Drynan Park camping area is a lovely large area in a valley with the Running Creek flowing on the opposite side of the road from the campground. This is a lovely area to camp for a night or two. Fire pits are provided and there are also toilets. Dogs are permitted as long as they are kept on a leash.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Field

94%

439 Ratings · 268 reviews

Susan H.recommends

October 3, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

A beautiful camping life.

Beautiful well kept camping area. Beautiful views of the mountains. Clean toilets spotless camp ground. Barry and Dan very friendly come around in tge afternoon for à chat.

Scott K.recommends

September 30, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

Highly recommend

Quiet, fresh air, crystal clear water, great views, friendly owner

Wayne I.recommends

September 29, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

What a gorgeous spot!!

Great area, in a great location… Good toilet block and camp fires (bring your own wood)

Jim P.recommends

September 29, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

Great open space with plenty of room for the kids and the dog. The creek is really nice. Shame the weather cut our visit short but we will be back again for sure.

Sosaia H.recommends

September 25, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

Was a great camping! My kids loved the idea of a running creek and waterfall

Adam S.recommends

September 24, 2024

Andrew Drynan Park

great stay here

fantastic stay and the clean facility would recommend to friends and family

Location

Kooralbyn, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Barry M.

Joined in October 2022

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