The best camping near Sundown National Park

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

Dramatic gorges, birds, and hiking trails are some of the offerings for campers at Sundown.  

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Aloomba Lavender Farm

65 sites · RVs, Tents24 acres · NSW
Welcome to Aloomba Lavender Farm. We offer bush camping with powered and unpowered sites. This means you will not be placed very close to other vans unless you are friends and choose to be together. In many cases you will be able to choose where you wish to park. Not all sites are level, but you are able to site your camp/ van as you wish. There are no cement pads. There is access to toilets and hot showers. You may have to walk some distance to the amenities but the solitude, the quiet, safety and stars make all worthwhile. There is a dedicated firepit and firewood is supplied. We can supply no water other than sufficient to cook dinner. You are welcome to use some of the vegetables and herbs but not to strip the vegetable garden! If in doubt - ask. We have great coffee and Devonshire teas but we are not a cafe. However there is a great little lavender shop where you can buy our own lavender essential oil, or a cake of soap or a Baggallini Handbag. We are dog friendly! We welcome well behaved dogs. We are 20 km from Stanthorpe. You may see wildlife or cattle through the fence and an occasional vehicle going down the road. We have a sealed road all the way to our boundary and then drive through the lavender. If you visit in late November through to early December you will enjoy our lavender flowering, but the plants look very pretty all year around in neat rows. We are a commercial farm so there is the need to work to the rhythm of the lavender.
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Binghi Station

26 sites · RVs, Tents4000 acres · NSW
Binghi Station Located approximately 4.5hours from Brisbane, Queensland, or 1.5 hour drive west of Tenterfield, New South Wales. Binghi Station, once a large sheep station, was a thriving tin and gem mine from the late 1800 to mid 1900. Set on 4,000 acres of natural granite rock country and untouched overgrowth of lush tea tree bushlands, the sheer beauty of the land will, without a doubt, leave you breathless of its raw natural beauty. Binghi Station surrendered to the ravaging bush fires of 2019, however, after this devastation came some much needed rainfall which brought hope; the creation of new life in the form of rich, vibrant green country not seen since the 1980’s. You can explore endlessly on this raw outback property. Discover secret hideouts, come and enjoy a swim under our flowing waterfall (for those brave enough to during the winter months!) and simply relax and soak in pure wildlife beneath a million stars in the night sky. We strongly recommend access by 4WD only as the entry 6klm driveway is rugged and very bumpy in most places due to heavy rain fall past 12 months. Please ask for more details if necessary should you have any concerns based on your equipment. Its an ongoing maintenance. The Secret Gorge site is suited to swags, tents and camper trailers. It is not suited for Caravans over 15' due to a tight corner. Other site locations are suited to off-road 4WD caravans and camper trailers. Binghi Station - an extraordinary place to make some truly wonderful family memories. :-)
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Mountview Wines Camping and Cabins

8 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Glen Aplin, QLD
Multiple campsites and cabins available on a beautiful winery located on the bicycle track at Glen Aplin, a short distance from Stanthorpe, Ballandean and the picturesque Girraween National Park. On site you will find an amenity block consisting of two toilets and two showers as well as a disabled shower/toilet combined. Two outdoor BBQ's and a wooodfired pizza oven are available for guests to use. A limited range of pushbikes and E bikes are available to hire, just enquire at the cellar door. Located only moments away from Girraween National Park- plenty of hikes available and with a range of difficulties, each view will take your breath away. With many wineries on the same track, we are in a perfect location for anyone who wishes to join a tour, or even just do the one or two nearby. Come watch the wildlife, whilst sipping on a glass of the ‘bloody good red’ - or whatever you fancy. Water station is on Mackenzie Street in Stanthorpe for those needing to fill their tanks with potable water. No water available for filling tanks on site. P.S. We are pet friendly!
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Bald Rock Station

34 sites · RVs, Tents369 acres · Tenterfield, NSW
Welcome to 369 acres of incredible bush with 5 semi cleared acres. We are 100% off grid, our neighbours are few but the wildlife is plentiful. Choose to pitch a tent camp, bring your caravan or motorhome. We have good access for all types of vehicles, so your visit can be stress free. There is tank drinking water available if you wish or BYO water. You're also welcome to use the basic camp kitchen. There is a toilet available (pit toilet). We realise dogs are part of the family and they are welcome to camp with you, in harmony with the native wildlife. Campfires are permitted outside of fireban season. Don't forget your camera as there is much to explore including big boulders covered in moss, creeks, ferns and amazing places this ancient land has to offer.,
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Ruby Rest

30 sites · RVs, Tents320 acres · Ruby Creek, NSW
Ruby Rest is a working horse stud and farm supply store. We are technically in NSW with our boundary fence being the QLD border. The property is located just 5 mins from the town of Stanthorpe known for its chilly temperatures, apple orchards and wineries. We are a family owned and run operation and are happy to share our little piece of granite belt beauty with happy campers. There is just the one toilet and two showers so patience and consideration is required, especially on busy weekends.
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Stonepine Ridge 'where eagles fly'

40 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · Willsons Downfall, NSW
Space, scenic views, a series of mountain bike tracks to test your skills, abundant wildlife, peace and quiet. Mountain biking only? Book a campsite for the day. These best describe this 754 hectare (1864 acres) property. Stonepine Ridge is 'remote' - your camp sites are away from any dwellings - but you are still close enough to country towns across borders. Map to get here ( https://stonepineridge.com.au/map/ ) There is plenty of space for social distancing. Most camp sites are 50 or more metres apart. The terrain is mostly treed with some cleared, pastured country. On the border with the Queensland town of Stanthorpe, Stonepine Ridge is close to the historic areas of Willsons Downfall and Amosfield in New South Wales. Home to many rivers that traverse the property from top to bottom, the Boonoo Boonoo and Bookookookarara rivers and Undercliffe and Boonoo Boono Falls are close by and are popular sites to spend a few hours walking/hiking and immersing yourself in the ambient countryside. The Boonoo Boonoo and Bald rock National Parks are also within this area. The beautiful New England town of Tenterfield is about 20 minutes drive from the falls and offers visitors many shopping and restaurant options. Be sure to stop en route to visit the World War 2 tank traps - (Australia's Maginot Line) and Thunderbolt's hideout. A short drive across the border into Queensland will give you access to the Girraween National Park and a host of wineries, coffee shops, restaurants and pubs. At Stonepine Ridge, some areas of the top country are accessible by 2WD when not wet but high suspension and 4wheel drive vehicles are recommended. This camping property is large and you will find no better place that allows for gentle as well as more advanced walking, hiking and mountain biking. The altitude on the property varies from 900m at the top down to 50m to the bottom. The temperature is variable with mostly cool nights, which makes for restful sleep and a nice fire to add to the ambience.
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Kookaburra Camping & Caravan Park

60 sites · RVs, Tents600 acres · Deepwater, NSW
600 acres of Australian bush with walking tracks revealing massive rocky outcrops, various animal and birdlife and incredible views. This is a bushwalker's paradise, a birdwatcher's heaven. Commanding views & wildlife galore. Campers stay within the campgrounds and from there explore the rest of the property.The campground has fire pits with wood supplied. A camp kitchen with wood BBQ. The amenities are 6 star (including disabled access).Large shared BBQ area, fire pit, free firewood, pet friendly, motorhomes and big rigs welcome - most sites are drive through. Everyone loves it at Kookaburra park!Pets are welcome. Please just make a booking and come along, everyone is welcome!
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Mt Stirling Farm Off-Grid

6 sites · RVs170 acres · QLD
Experience the beauty of Kambuwal Country on the Granite Belt at our stunning 170 acre vegetable farm. Formerly known as "Mt Stirling Olives," our property now offers luxury farm stay accommodation and off-grid camping for up to 5 fully self-contained vans (power, water, sewerage, rubbish). Our camp sites are situated on the shores of our picturesque dam, providing a serene and tranquil setting for those seeking a peaceful escape. Located in close proximity to Stanthorpe, Ballandean and Tenterfield, our property is nestled amongst local wineries and produce, as well as the stunning walks of Girraween National Park and Sundown. Guests are welcome to explore our uncultivated lower paddocks, granite outcrops and natural bushland. In addition, you can now access the peak of Mount Stirling, which has only recently been opened to the public after more than half a century, allowing you to hike and relish the stunning sunsets. If you prefer a more relaxing experience, take in the scenic views from our dam-side firepits with a glass of the Granite Belt's finest. Upon booking, we'll provide you with an access code to our gate off Thorndale Road (Gate 1). There is plenty of room to park off the road at the entrance, and we're almost always available onsite at the main homestead on Collins Road to assist with any queries or provide special recommendations only a local would know.
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Loft Haven Meadows @ Girraween

2 sites · RVs75 acres · Wyberba, QLD
The Loft Haven Meadows is located as part of approximately 75 acres of which approximately 7 acres are cleared the rest is natural Australian bushland and forested countryside and is very similar to the National Park. Looking for a bit of space away from everyone or just to take a breath? This is an ideal sanctuary of tranquillity and privacy. It's the go-to location to provide you with a getaway to relax and also enjoy all the amenities the area provides. A place to put your feet up and relax and feel comfortable and at the same time providing space for you to stroll in the cool of an evening or sit around gazing at the stars without the concerns of driving to another location. An ideal place to sit during the day or evening, drinking your coffee or sipping a wine while you enjoy a good book, play a game watch the sunset of the evening and subsequently the stars on a clear night or simply see the local wildlife early in the morning as they explore the grassed areas within metres of the house. The Loft Haven is perfect for families (not young children) or two couples. There is plenty of free firewood to use on those cool evenings or even on a pleasant evening when you just want to sit around a fire. (At certain times outdoor fires may be restricted due to local fire safety requirements.) We recommend bringing warm clothes in the Autumn and Winter months as the region is known for falling below zero on some evenings with frosts and some years even having light fall of snow. The Perfect Place for a Getaway, whether just for the weekend or longer, from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Wyberber valley, within minutes you can drive to drive discover Girraween National Park which is home to an array of lifelike granite sculptures and eucalypt forest rich in some of Australia’s most appealing plant and animal life. Go for a swim in the natural water holes and rock pools. Nestled in the granite belt wine country you will find many cellar doors within a few kilometres drive. We are within minutes of the Girraween National Park and also pleasant drives to numerous national parks etc eg Mount Norman, Bald Rock National Park, Boonoo Boonoo National Park, Basket Swamp National Park and the Sundown National Park all within easy reach and great places for a day out of exploration. Within 15 minutes you can obtain various supplies or food from the Ballandean general store, the Ballandean Tavern, Saint Jude’s Cafe and restaurant and also to the south of us the Wallangarra general store. Wallangarra General store also make country pizzas on a Friday night. Provisions can also be obtained from the general shops and supermarkets in Stanthorpe or Tenterfield both of which are approximately 20-minute drive North or South of our location. There are more than 50 Wineries in this region, and every taste is catered for whether you prefer Red or white. There is also a specialist distillery where you can sample and purchase many liqueurs. (The Castle) You can simply relax and enjoy the property which is surrounded by our beautiful wildlife; we have a wide variety of birds, wallabies, Kangaroos, lizards, turtles, ducks and random sightings of deer and bunnies. or Enjoy the many activities available: - Take a tour and enjoy tastings at some of Queensland’s most awarded wineries, and olive groves, visit the lavender farm, the soap factory, the cheese factory, juice farms Bush walks, swimming holes, Restaurants, Wine tasting, Wildflower walks, Fossicking, Antiques, Art, picking strawberries (seasonal) etc. Cold winters mean can enjoy times around the fire, frosts and the occasional snow as well as the Snowflakes in Stanthorpe Festival, Christmas in July and also the Jumpers and Jazz Festival.
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Speakeasy Vineyard

1 site · RV, Tent100 acres · Fletcher, QLD
Nestled in the heart of the Granite Belt - minutes to wineries, short drive to Girrawean National Park, 10mins to Stanthorpe. Only just seconds off the Hwy is this 100 acre property. Home of a small vineyard, a well-established, personal training studio, wildlife, hills and a peaceful surround. There is a dam, seasonal stream and stars to gaze at for hours! Camping area: Located at the front of the property, overlooking the dam, persimmon trees, vineyard and up into the hills is this perfect little hideaway. Great for fully self-contained caravans or those pitching a tent. There, however are no amenities. (No toilet, no shower). With a beautiful firepit area, enjoy a quiet area to soak in the afternoon rays in the hammock, looking up at the stars or take in the morning sunshine. The area is clear, with easy access for those pulling a caravan, easy to unhitch and enjoy the beautiful Granite Belt winery, national parks and surrounds.
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Jennings Country Camp

1 site · RV, Tent41 acres · Jennings, NSW
Camping site is located in 41 acres of natural bush land, the perfect get away for nature lovers, hikers, horse riders and bird watchers. There is a dam and a forested area studded with granite boulders. The property is in an an elevated spot, it has lovely views and great places to camp. There are lovely accessible walking trails through the property with several areas of slightly sloping ground. We are a ten minute drive from Girraween National park, a popular haunt for hikers and bird and nature lovers in general. Ballandean winery is also close and there is a shop and a cafe as well as a restaurant there. The town of Jennings is a small, quirky town close to the border, with a population of about 150. Jennings is in two time zones, both QLD and NSW! There is a characterful café and information about the area in the perfectly preserved old railway station. Another treasure is the Jennings hotel. Lyn is a friendly welcoming proprietor who can tell you all about the area's history and the pub's. There are many popular wineries in the region, three of which have wonderful restaurant meals. 13 minutes by car going south, is the much-loved federation town of Tenterfield - with appealing cafes, clothes shops, country outfitters, the famous Tenterfield Saddlery and a cinema which seats about 50, a railway museum, a stylish yet friendly Commercial Hotel for eating out and a historic café where federation was called into being by Henry Parkes. There are occasional Saturday morning markets too. No motorbikes or hunting please. This land is for wildlife and supports wallabies, kangaroos and a variety of birds. On walks around the property you can spot various delicate purple, white, yellow and rust coloured flowers.
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Yarran

3 sites · RVs, Tents2500 acres · Warroo, QLD
Located 70kms from the Granite Belt. 50kms from the Coolmunda dam and 60kms from Texas. Quiet, hills with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. Gullies with ankle-deep spring-fed creeks. Lots of native wildlife including kangaroos, birds, and reptiles. Stables are available for horses. Lots of lovely scenic paddocks to ride in. There are great areas to hike, explore, and birdwatch. There is no light pollution so you see the amazing display of stars at night. Campfires permitted, please make sure you put them out when not attended. Water container top-up, shower, and toilet shed available. You're welcome to bring your pet, but please ensure they are kept on leash. It's okay to bring horses, too! Camping grounds vary throughout property near dams and creeks and sites with a view. Our latest campsite is Haven Hollow, accessable by 2wd and near a shallow pleasant creek and surrounded by a grassy paddock with idylic views of hills, dams , paddocks and, grazing cattle and sheep. Great for a large family group!
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The best camping near Sundown National Park guide

Overview

About

West of Brisbane, just on the northern side of the QueenslandNew South Wales border, Sundown National Park is a rugged area of steep river gorges and forest. Hiking trails and four-wheel-drive tracks allow visitors to explore the beautiful landscape and to spot woodland birds throughout the park. Unpowered camping is available at several campgrounds throughout the park, a couple of which can be accessible by regular vehicle while the rest can only be reached by four-wheel-drive. Wild bush camping is also permitted in this park, but camping permits are still required.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for caravans and RVs: The accessible Broadwater Camping Area is beside a large permanent waterhole that attracts wildlife.
  • Best for a remote experience: Sundown Remote Camp has walk-in and four-wheel-drive access only.
  • Best for views: Nundubbermere Falls Camping Area is high on a ridge overlooking the falls.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. Booking and pre-paying is required for all camping stays within the park. This can be done online up to 12 months in advance.
  2. Bookings can be made via the Queensland National Parks website, over the phone, or in person at various information centres and booking offices throughout Queensland.

When to go

Most campers will find late-autumn to early-spring (April to September) the most comfortable time of year to visit Sundown. The climate of Southern Queensland is subtropical and can get very hot in summer. Note that night temperatures can be quite cold in the cooler months, even when it’s warm by day, so come prepared with warm sleeping gear and clothes.

Know before you go

  • As parts of this park were previously used for mining, access to certain areas is prohibited, so heed safety warnings and don’t cross barriers.
  • Bring your own drinking water when camping in Sundown, as other supplies can’t be guaranteed.
  • If you want to make a campfire or use barbeque facilities (when fire restrictions allow), bring your own firewood as this is not supplied and you’re not allowed to gather wood from the bush.
  • There are no powered sites within this national park.

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