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Gumridge

97%

· Rathdowney, Queensland

50 acres hosted by Peter T.

40 Vehicle/Tent sites

Family-friendly

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

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Primitive camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Best in Queensland: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

We have a 50 acre elevated bush block with space for approximately 80 people with tents, camper trailers or caravans. We have a range of different sites with two main camping areas and many smaller semi isolated spots. Caravans are best set up on the lower campground where the main view is, and we send noisier groups in tents or swags to our upper campground. If you want to be away from the main groups you can choose one of the quieter spots. There is a council maintained 2 km gravel road which provides access & most vehicles can make it here reliably in any weather. Please note that you are unlikely to make it up our road due to the lack of grip on the gravel if you have a front wheel drive vehicle with any significant sized trailer. Our campgrounds can also be very slippery if wet but dry out within a few hours. WE ASK OUR CAMPERS TO BRING A TOILET IF THEY'RE STAYING MORE THAN ONE NIGHT. We now sell bagged firewood for $20/ 20kg and fill LPG bottles, cash only. We're happy for campers to gather firewood from the bush around the campgrounds, bring your preferred method of cutting it. We are dog friendly but ask that campers keep their pets on a lead to stop them wandering onto adjacent properties or chasing our wildlife. The camping area has no amenities, however it shares a spectacular view south across the QLD/NSW border from 300 meters above sea level, with Mt. Maroon 6 km away. Also visible are Mt. Barney and Mt. Lindsay. The nearest toilets and showers are at Maroon Dam or Rathdowney, 15mins away. The local area has a tourism focus with plenty of opportunities to explore the Scenic Rim. Mt. Maroon and Mt. Barney offer walking trails to the top, Lake Moogera and Maroon Dam are not far away for jetskis, kayaking and swimming and we also have several eateries within 25 minutes. Scenic Rim website has more details. Dog friendly. We have an abundance of wildlife from Wedge Tailed Eagles to Bettongs and Koala. We also get some dangerous snakes and 2.5mt Lace Monitors (Goannas). I often have campers bring telescopes and big cameras to take advantage of the long range views and dark night sky. Kids are classed as age 10 and under. If aged 11 and over, please book at adult rate.

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1472 Ratings · 564 reviews

Hannah B.recommends

May 6, 2024

Site 40 - Gumridge

Another gorgeous, peaceful stay here at Gumridge. We said we were coming back and we did. Once again perfect campsite, fire pits amazing. Peter is as always a lovely bloke.

Garrin S.recommends

April 24, 2024

Site 16 - Gumridge

Great spot and a beautiful drive from the Gold Coast.

Noah O.recommends

April 24, 2024

Site 40 - Gumridge

Room with a view.

Fantastic View from the Site. Stayed during the week and was the only one there. Highly Recommend. Peter was an absolute legend and always good for a chat

Daniel L.recommends

April 23, 2024

Site 29 - Gumridge

Great spot with an amazing view. Get in early if you want the site that overlooks Mt Barney. Very friendly host.

Jacoba V.recommends

April 21, 2024

Site 39 - Gumridge

Great camping! Would come again.

Great camping at Peter's land! we primarily booked for the nice view however that was for the lower family campground which we didn't go to! Was very pretty when we drove past however. Peter was lovely, mostly rocks with some patches of grass - it rained a lot overnight so there were some mud pits so gumboots would be a good idea if it is supposed to rain. Nice land and great service the further up the ridge you go. Very cold and windy however the wind may have just been because of the rain/storm - wind was stopped by trees most of the time and didn't put out our fires so it was still great! Overall, would come again!

Jesse M.recommends

April 20, 2024

Site 9 - Gumridge

Highly recommend!

We arrived late on the first night and Peter was so accommodating and friendly and helped us locate a spot in the dark site. The next day we had the opportunity to move down to one of the best views I have ever had the pleasure of waking up to the following morning, a foggy and stunning sunrise looking out at Mt Maroon that we had just hiked that day. Peter was so lovely and was very warm and welcoming, and was very knowledgeable about the surrounding area, the flora and the fauna. I highly recommend this camp site (and recommend trying to get there early for good visibility and the chance at a spectacular view!) Thanks again!

Location

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

Hosted by Peter T.Joined in October 2016

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