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Mt. Nukka Bush Camp

Hosted by Peter · Black Snake, Queensland
10 guests max
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13 reviews
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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During the mid 1800's The Blacksnake District was named with the intension to scare off potential new miners. Mined for gold, copper and silver at the turn of the 19th century, During the late 1800's, Blacksnake township was a fair sized community. In it's heyday it sported a hotel, blacksmith, sawmill, school and even a racetrack. The "Old Victoria" mine shaft still exists on the Mt Nukka property. (Cannot go down due to safety reasons). The owners of the property (Cyndi and Peter) bought in 1986 and have built their home from the local stone and timber. Cyndi and Peter are both current Blue Card Holders.Mountain range hilltop plateau. A quiet natural bush camp with multiple near flat areas to choose from. Once you book, the whole hilltop is yours for as long as you want. None of the other sites will be available unless you wish to have a larger group, give Pete a call. Glimpses through the gum trees of long views down through the Widgee valley. The district has some crystal clear swimming holes (seasonal), mountain lookouts and fun 4WD treks. Very close to Wratterns National Park. Also close to "The Chimneys", "Kinbombi Falls", Goomeri bakery and many miles of quiet bush tracks and rural countryside. Bring your horses (and temp fencing) for direct access to the "National Horse Trial" which runs through the property. Many quiet trails to ride. Ask for a mud map from Host. Coming from Gympie way? Come up the back way (4WD only) through Widgee and reduce 35km off the highway (via Kilkivan) trip . Unknown current state of this track. Eg. May be lantana reaching onto track and/or have washout sections. You will need to be quite a competent off roader to take the steep (sometimes rough) hill. Here are the directions , * Head out to Widgee * Turn onto "Upper Widgee Road" going past the showgrounds. *A few K's out you will take "Thornside Road" on the right. * Approx 6-8ks you will a Y-intersection. Take the left fork onto "Upper Thornside Road". * Continue on the main track , up the steep pinches and through a gate'. * Continue to a T-intersection turn left through the 2nd gate and continue up up and up until the last gate. *Continue main track (don't take the track on left) and it starts to get even tighter and overgrownish. Don't worry you are as good as there. You will see an old diesel fuel bowser on your right , just follow the Hip camp website directions from there. If you decide on this "up the back way adventure" please let us know. Peter will keep his phone close by in case you need some assistance.
Vehicle suitability
Allowed rigs: cars
No campervans, rooftop tents, motorhomes, camper trailers, caravans, and fifth wheels
Ask about caravan/motorhome access types
Ask about max vehicle length
Ask about slideouts
Ask about surface type
Ask about surface levelness
No electrical connection
No water connection
No sewage connection
No TV connection
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
10 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. Sites 1,2 and 4 have fire pits which have firewood ready to go. I hope. If not there is an abundance available up on the the hilltop. NO FIRES if a 'Total Fire Ban'' is in place.
Pets allowed
On leash
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
SITE ONE ONLY. There is a long drop toilet (thunder palace) available for use on Site One. Toilet paper available for overnighters but bring more if you're staying longer. Please use sawdust available for hygiene.
Picnic table present
Picnic tables on SITE 1 and SITE 4 only
No potable water
Bring your own water, purify from lake or pond. There is a dam you can get water from. You must boil the water for purification.
No showers
Talk to Peter if you wish to bath/swim in dam
Pack it out
Zero rubbish left behind please, inc. smaller plastics and cigarette butts. Thanks in advance.
Cooking equipment absent
SITE 4 has a wood fired BBQ available.
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 8:00 AM
Check out: Before 10:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 3 months out
Park at listing
Wheelchair accessible
Max 2 vehicles
During your trip
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Hilltop Bush Camp

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10
Mountain range hilltop plateau. A quiet natural bush camp with multiple near flat areas to choose from. Once you book, the whole hilltop is yours for as long as you want. None of the other sites will be available unless you wish to have a larger group, give Pete a call. Glimpses through the gum trees of long views down through the Widgee valley. The district has some crystal clear swimming holes (seasonal), mountain lookouts and fun 4WD treks. Very close to Wratterns National Park. Also close to "The Chimneys", "Kinbombi Falls", Goomeri bakery and many miles of quiet bush tracks and rural countryside. Bring your horses (and temp fencing) for direct access to the "National Horse Trial" which runs through the property. Many quiet trails to ride. Ask for a mud map from Host. Coming from Gympie way? Come up the back way (4WD only) through Widgee and reduce 35km off the highway (via Kilkivan) trip . Unknown current state of this track. Eg. May be lantana reaching onto track and/or have washout sections. You will need to be quite a competent off roader to take the steep (sometimes rough) hill. Here are the directions , * Head out to Widgee * Turn onto "Upper Widgee Road" going past the showgrounds. *A few K's out you will take "Thornside Road" on the right. * Approx 6-8ks you will a Y-intersection. Take the left fork onto "Upper Thornside Road". * Continue on the main track , up the steep pinches and through a gate'. * Continue to a T-intersection turn left through the 2nd gate and continue up up and up until the last gate. *Continue main track (don't take the track on left) and it starts to get even tighter and overgrownish. Don't worry you are as good as there. You will see an old diesel fuel bowser on your right , just follow the Hip camp website directions from there. If you decide on this "up the back way adventure" please let us know. Peter will keep his phone close by in case you need some assistance.
Campfires allowed
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend16 Ratings · 13 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Great getaway. Literally just a clearing in the bush what more could you want
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Mongrel Moose88 O.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Proper 'bush' camp!
Tent · With kids ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Great quiet bush camp with a fun 4wD track to get up there. We were hoping for a nice view being at the top of the hill , but only one site has views, and it was the smallest one with not enough space for our kids to run around. In saying that though the other sites were all large and super private. We loved our 2 night stay!
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Nicole D.
6 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Easy to find , out of the way , peaceful and plenty of wildlife. I will be back 👍
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I Am Khan!!! !.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Great setting, very private. Directions are very clear and I will be back
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Hamish H.
3 reviews
Recommends
· January 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Great spot, bush camping at its best! Nice views, plenty of wild life, witch my kids loved, including a resident porcupine. Looking forward to coming back some time. Regards Ryan.H
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Ryan H.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Really great bush camp, quiet, heaps of timber, really serene.
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Greg F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Great out of the way place. Watch out for the widow maker above the toilet, hopefully Peter will cut it down soon.
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Richard K.
5 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Large and natural camp site. Lots of fire wood and no fuss. Perfect for 4WD groups.
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Matthew R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2022
Camping with a good fire
Tent ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
We loved our stay at peters camp! Getting there was an adventure through the back ways but Peter was very informative. Will defend be back
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Tim G.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2022
Tent · With pets ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
We loved the peace and quiet up in the beautiful mountains. Just the two of us and our dog. Lots of 4wd tracks close by and beautiful little towns to check out if you feel like it
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Tanya K.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2022
Tent · With pets ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
Amazing country, peace and quiet is what you'll find. Great directions from host we will be back !
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Mal V.
8 reviews
Recommends
· December 2021
Hilltop Bush Camp
Thanks Peter, was a great spot to stop. Loved being able to have a fire and watch camp TV into the evening.
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Katrina P.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2021
Group trip ·
Hilltop Bush Camp
We had a great stay at hilltop bush camp! Very quiet and isolated. Peter was a very helpful host. We will be back!
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Chris E.
2 reviews

Location

Black Snake, Queensland, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Peter J.

Joined in June 2021

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