Camping in Girringun National Park

Discover Girringun National Park's majestic waterfalls and diverse ecosystems.  

Top camping near Girringun National Park

No matching sites in the park — explore these options nearby.
Crystal Creek Nywaigi Camp Grounds

1. Crystal Creek Nywaigi Camp Grounds

88%
(1030)
26 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Mutarnee, QLD
Crystal Creek Campsite is a large camp area with private access to the creek. Large area with plenty of shade. Dog friendly (on a lead). Fires allowed We have a new caretaker that lives close please ring if you have any issues 0498 692 998 Stephen. Campers MUST provide car registration details at time of booking and display booking number on their windscreens. Close walk to natural swimming pools which are absolutely picturesque. We offer large shady spots with a few BBQ's, fire pits and amenities. Plenty of fishing and swimming to enjoy. Amenities include hot showers (10 MINS ONLY PLEASE). Access to campsite passes our school so please drive very slowly if your accessing campsite during school hours. Children under 6 stay for free. Do not include them at time of booking. Please read all information, rule and directions (provided once you have a confirmed booking)
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$20
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Tully Mountain Views

2. Tully Mountain Views

99%
(98)
6 sites ¡ RVs ¡ Djarawong, QLD
Our property is located 10 minutes north of Tully and 15 minutes to the beautiful Mission Beach, we are close to the highway so travellers can rest and enjoy our views. Camp sites are located around the dam and waterfall with views of the Tully mountains and Tully town with the mill stacks in the far distance. Come and enjoy our peaceful spot. It is a 5 minute drive to Alligators Nest which is the local swimming hole with crystal clear water but with no alligators, or try our local Feluga Pub for a coldie or a great pub meal a few minutes up the road. Or why not check out the great little town of Tully and that giant gumboot. So come breathe in the fresh air and wake up the sounds of our beautiful bush birds. Fire wood available for a small fee. Please take all rubbish with you on departure.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$30
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
GLOWS Garden Centre Camp

3. GLOWS Garden Centre Camp

96%
(78)
7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Mission Beach, QLD
GLOWS Garden Centre Camp is set in a large field backing onto world heritage rainforest to the East/South and adjoining Garden Centre and Raw Materials Yard to the north. We have only opened 4 lovely grassy sites. Our Hipcamp opened September 2024 and only 200m away is a cafe at our Garden Centre for a great coffee 6 days a week! You will need to be self-sufficient however we do have a cold water shower and toilets available between 7am and 5pm in the adjoining Garden Centre. We are located on Tully Mission Beach Road with the bike path between Wongaling Beach and Mission Beach running right past the front gates, so a quick ride into town and plenty of space to bring your boat! We your hosts, (Nancy and Shane) operate the adjoining Garden Centre and Raw Materials yard so there is always something happening and with vast local knowledge of what to do and where to go, we are only happy to help. Opened in September 2024 we have planted a tropical fruit forest plantation as well as citrus orchard and with our 50 beautiful free-range chooks (pets) you will have them wandering around freely, clucking away happily.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$30
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
CLICK TO VIEW GALLERY

6. Clearview

99%
(86)
6 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Dingo Pocket, QLD
We are a working cattle property with extensive permaculture inspired production gardens. Our goals are towards regenerating the land and being as self sufficient and organic in production as possible. We encourage you leave lasting marks on the farm by being apart of our regeneration, self sufficient projects, we provide the first hand experiences to our farming lifestyle and volunteer our knowledge to encourage everyone to do their part to a more sustainable future. Situated 15 minutes from the North Queensland town of Tully, on record as being the wettest places in Queensland. We also encourage you to explore our 350 acres of bushland, rainforest and open grasslands or used us as a base to explore the surrounding environment including the stunning Tully Gorge National Park or the beautiful Mission Beach and Dunk Island or just chill out and relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding farmland. Our campsites have near 300-degree views of the surrounding Tully Valley, down private gullies or open grasslands. Other options in the area include sky diving, white water rafting, bush or coastal walking, swimming in pristine fresh or saltwater or star gazing this region has it all. Pets are welcome but must be under control at all times. We have a passion for the environment, agriculture and reducing the amount of waste created by humans, we try to reuse and repurposing as much of our own and others waste as possible. You can follow our progress to transform our farm on the Facebook page Clearview - Tully. We are fully off-grid, so you will need to be fully self-contained, a dump point and laundry mat is available in Tully if required. Campfires permitted.
Pets
Campfires
from 
AU$18
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Crystal Ridge

7. Crystal Ridge

98%
(518)
2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Mutarnee, QLD
Welcome to Crystal Ridge, a peaceful location where you can enjoy peace and privacy. Campers can fish, swim, bird watch or just relax by the water and watch the cows grazing around the property. Nearby you'll find Mount Spec, Paluma Range National Park straddles the summit and escarpment of the Paluma Range, rising 1,000m above the Big Crystal Creek floodplain. This is the most southerly national park in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Located approximately 45 minutes north of Townsville on the Bruce Highway, Mutarnee is a small peaceful hamlet nestled on the banks of beautiful Crystal Creek. At the local caravan park there's a small shop and service station and just a minute down the road you'll find the Crystal Creek boat ramp. There is great bushwalks in the area and place to mountain bike. Any camping set up is welcome to pull up on the flat, grassy site. You are welcome to bring your pet, but please ensure they are kept on a leash and under control. You will need to get gate code day before you arrive. Either text or on the hipcamp site.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
AU$32
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Mungalla Station

10. Mungalla Station

93%
(121)
20 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Forrest Beach, QLD
Mungalla Cattle Station Camp (125kms north of Townsville, near Forest Beach) Campers MUST provide car registration details at time of booking.If you have your own tent, van or RV come and camp! Small dogs welcome. Flat sites, suitable for caravans and 2WD. Guests are welcome to use the worker's toilets and showers, though please keep in mind these are very basic if self-contained greywater can be dispersed on the ground.Mungalla Station is a historic cattle station near Ingham in North Queensland. Come and share a unique experience of the culture and history of Mungalla Station and its Aboriginal owners.Guests can meet the Nywaigi Aboriginal people, the Aboriginal traditional owners of the lands around Ingham in North Queensland. Experience our rich culture and history.Explore the property established by James Cassady, who fled the potato famine of Ireland and created a pastoral dynasty. Visit the birthplace of the world-famous Droughtmaster cattle breed, the original homestead, the graves of James Cassady and his son.Children under 6 stay for free. Do not include them at time of booking.We ask campers to please try to arrive before it gets dark. Please read all information provided carefully and only contact your host if absolutely necessary.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
AU$20
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Tranquil Estate

12. Tranquil Estate

93%
(7)
24 sites ¡ RVs, Tents ¡ Bilyana, QLD
Tranquil Estate is and ECO tourist site that is located 10 mins north of Cardwell and positioned in between Cardwell and Tully in North Queensland. Tranquil Estate is located at the foothills in a beautiful part of the world called Bilyana that overlooks the magnificent Hinchinbrook Island and waterway. Tranquil Estate has approximately 10 acres of flat grassed area for parking your RV, caravan or camping for the night. We are less than 2km off the Bruce highway and the road into Tranquil Estate is a dirt road that is well maintained. There is a common use fire pit area and two wood BBQ's for use in the middle of the paddock. There is also a potable water tank for washing only. There are no toilets and drinking water available, so being self-sufficient is a requirement. There is a massive 50-year-old Mango tree that provides a heap of shade to sit under and enjoy the environment. Behind the Mango tree are walking tracks that take you across a bridge and into the rainforest. This is a pristine environment that we want to share with our visitors. Please be mindful that we have the usual wild animals that are native to the area (Cassowary's, pythons & snakes, wallabies & kangaroos) that should always be treated with the respect that they deserve. This is a beautiful part of the world to stay, and you will enjoy stopping and recharging your batteries!
Pets
from 
AU$25
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
Echo Creek Adventure Centre

15. Echo Creek Adventure Centre

67%
(3)
29 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents ¡ Munro Plains, QLD
We are located in the heart of the Tully Valley in tropical Far North Queensland midway between Cairns and Townsville, situated on a 240 acre cattle property amongst the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. A great location for nature based activities, weddings, group events, conferences and school camps, excursions or simply a weekend getaway or camping trip with the family. When you experience the outdoors in Tropical North Queensland you open a gateway to the thrills, spills and adrenalin of activities but also the tranquil, peaceful and abundant natural aspects of the World Heritage Area of the Wet Tropics. Echo Creek provides the doorway into this wonderful outdoor experience through active participation in the many activities, educational programs, Corporate teambuilding and leadership programs and Special Interest Retreats such as Yoga, Wellness and Raw Indulgence getaways. Our tours and educational programs provide a wealth of information and knowledge about the Tropical Rainforest Environment but also developing and supporting team and leadership qualities for all. We offer a range of quality products from interpretative bush walks/hiking, local bush tucker tours, journey based trekking, rock climbing to student educational tours which journey you through some of the tropical north’s breath-taking World Heritage Rainforest. You can even walk in the footsteps of the Ancestors with our local Jirrbal people and weave a bracelet, paint your face, throw a boomerang and catch a fish. Let Echo Creek take you on an educational experience of a life time or simply relax and unwind at a indulging Retreat.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
AU$30
 / night
* Before taxes and fees

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Girringun National Park adventure.

Popular ways to camp

Community favorites near Girringun National Park

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Camping in Girringun National Park guide

Overview

About

Embark on an adventure through Girringun National Park, a haven of natural beauty and cultural significance. Traverse ancient rainforests, marvel at Australia's highest single-drop waterfall, Wallaman Falls, and explore the rich biodiversity. With a variety of campgrounds, the park offers a perfect escape for nature enthusiasts and campers alike.

Notable campgrounds

  • Blencoe Falls camping area – A serene spot with large group areas and private sites along the creek.
  • Wallaman Falls camping area – Set in open woodland, this area is adjacent to the stunning Stony Creek.
  • Wairuna camping area – Offers partially shaded sites beside the picturesque Burdekin River.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early to secure your preferred camping spot, especially during peak seasons.
  • Check for cancellations regularly as plans change and spots may open up.
  • Consider visiting during off-peak times for a quieter experience and easier booking.
  • Explore nearby camping options for alternative sites if the park is fully booked.

When to go

The best time to visit Girringun National Park is during the dry season, from May to September, when the weather is cooler and the tracks are accessible. Avoid the wet season from December to March, as heavy rains can lead to closures and safety concerns.

Know before you go

  • Check park alerts for temporary closures and safety information before your visit.
  • Be crocodile aware; they inhabit the area's waterways.
  • Ensure you have a valid camping permit if staying overnight.
  • Some areas are only accessible by 4WD, so plan your vehicle accordingly.
  • Respect the park's natural and cultural heritage by following the 'Leave No Trace' principles.
Be the first to review
Share your experience here to help other campers.

Top points of interest near Girringun National Park

  1. —
  2. Girringun National Park