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Jackie

October 2025

2 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

We took our Crosstracks and had no issues at all. We loved the secluded camp, the vastness of the drive in, and the beauty of the landscape. Highly recommend this spot for those who enjoy off grid, secluded experiences. Thanks Pete and Maree for sharing your gem with nature lovers.

Jillian

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Great site with water and a place if you want to escape the world , no internet , no phone , no tv lol love it . The only wild life we seen was a Goanna and Kangas .

Gary

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

2 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Great spot to relax. Very quiet. Close to mount moffat.

Keith

August 2025

8 m travel trailer

7 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Great camo with lovely views over the Permanent water hole , nice walks along the track in and close to my Moffat Nat park . We probably visited at the wrong time of year with no apparent substantial rail for a while so all the creeks were dry - enjoyed anyway and the adventure drive in from Injune

Daniel

July 2025

Tent

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Absolutely beautiful place to camp and explore Mount Moffatt. Campsites were chosen and having water taps was an added bonus

Daniel

July 2025

11 m travel trailer

Group trip

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Amazing camp site situated very close to mount moffatt

Diane

July 2025

7 m travel trailer

2 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Loved the bush camp site. Peaceful, tranquil and very well placed for accessing Mt Moffat. Instructions easy to follow 😊 Thank you Pete and Maree

samantha

July 2025

9 m travel trailer

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Absolutely loved the solitude of this camp. No people no noise just nature sounds. From our base here we explored Mt Moffat the back end of Carnarvon National Park. The dirt road into here from Mitchell are perfectly fine and the same when we left towards Injune.

Fraser

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Great sites. Got checked up on to ensure we were safe and the location is fabulously out of the way!

Jason

July 2025

8 m travel trailer

3 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Fantastic spot if you would like to away from it all. More firewood than you can poke a stick at.

Dianne

June 2025

16 m travel trailer

4 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Extremely close to Mt Moffatt, very peaceful, we could have a camp fire which we loved and bore water is available on each site grass mowed. We did enjoy the cattle visiting us from a safe distance. We really recommend anyone to visit Mt Moffatt and stay definitely at Kenniff’s gang bush camp.

Pam

June 2025

3 m pop-up camper

5 nights at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

We really enjoyed our stay at Neighbors Mt Moffatt. Very secluded, private campsite in a lovely attractive bush setting. Bore water tap at our site was an added bonus. Close proximity to the national park was also a plus.Maree was very welcoming, we came across her on one of our walks in the National park and enjoyed chatting to her.Directions and information provided were clear and accurate. Would very highly recommend this camp if you enjoy secluded bush camping. ps We went in June and it was absolutely freezing!!!! - 5. Come prepared. We wish there more sites like this.

Shona

May 2025

12 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Great site in a large area for a 22 foot van. Only ones there. Would highly recommend over taking a van into the park (road gets worse beyond and sites smaller. Would recommend

Bianca

May 2025

6 m Class B

1 night at Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

A secluded and peaceful campsite with an appealing landscape. The campsites are well maintained. A quiet, remote location with perfect proximity to Mt Moffatt. Instructions provided on booking were clear and finding the campsites easy. Communication with Pete and Maree was easy and they were very accommodating and helpful hosts with our very last minute booking. A great stay.

Mark

April 2025

8 m travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

We have a dog, so being able to stay in and around Mt Moffatt at this camp was ideal. The trip is a little longer than Google/Apple maps will say because of the dirt road on the last section of Mt Moffatt road after Woomblebank. If towing, you will average 40-60 kmh depending on the conditions.

Sue

April 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

Our family have spent Easter at Kenniffs Gang Bush camp. Our camp was beside the Maranoa River which had not long had a run in it. Plenty of exploring for the kids. Our camp site was freshly mown with a fireplace. A great spot to stay when visiting Mt Moffatt National Park or to just relax ☺️ The highlight was Easter Bunny who came paddling up the river in a kayak with plenty of chocolate eggs on board. 🐰

Doug

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

If you want a slice of heaven to stay at this is your choice. So much to explore in the national park that there wasn't enough time over 4 days to do it all. Highly recommended

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Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp

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34km from Carnarvon Gorge · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Mount Moffatt, QLD

This Pet Friendly campground is situated on the Cattle Station adjacent to the Mount Moffatt Carnarvon National Park. Pitch your tent or park your "Off Road" Camper or Caravan in our drive through sites. Campsites are surrounded by exquisite sand stone hills with an abundance of natural grasses and gum, pine and box trees. This Bush camp is 20 m to 50 m off the Maranoa River permanent water hole with abundance of fish for you to catch. This cattle station is 48,000 acres in size, so no one will feel squished. Plenty of room between vans. We are located just 10km from the boundary grid of The Fabulous Mount Moffatt National Park where you'll discover Aboriginal art and history. Also the Consuela Table land is 1000m above sea level and is known as the Roof of QLD. This National Park is a must to see for all. The camp is situated on the side of a massive permanent waterhole in the Maranoa River. Picture attached. Please note; Kenniff's Gang Bush Camp is a "3.5 hours drive to Carnarvon Gorge", we're on the opposite side of the range of Carnarvon National Park. Most tourist say the Mount Moffatt side is the best side and it's truly one of Queensland's biggest kept secrets. You will need to be a self-contained camper who brings their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water. Or Treat/Filter the water provided. Untreated bore water provided. Hosts are VERY BUSY PEOPLE, can go 15 days without phon/inte If you hate camping look at Maree's Farmstay, a 5 bedroom homestead all to yourself, you can bed 12 people and 2 babies. Bring Pa Ma Kids and grandkids and have a fabulous holiday. This Homestead is also Adjacent to Mount Moffatt Carnarvon National Park. Facebook page to join https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=maree%E2%80%99s%20farmstay%20mtmoffatt%20qld Bookings through AIRBNB App. https://www.airbnb.com/h/mareesfarmstay Enjoy the evenings warming your feet around the campfire. Hiking the Carnarvon Gorge and Mount Moffatt with Maree as guide is available... are you ready for the Carnarvon Great Walk Track 87km circuit? Check out "HIKE WITH MAREE" on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/816544215970292 OR the website https://www.carnarvongreatwalktourguide.com/ Carnarvon Great Walk 87kms circuit 6 days / 5 nights or just parts of it!

BIG4 Carnarvon Gorge Holiday Park

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3.7km from Carnarvon Gorge · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Canarvon Gorge, QLD

Nestled on 100 acres within Carnarvon National Park, BIG4 Carnarvon Gorge Holiday Park, provides perfect accommodation for your nature getaway. Whether you prefer camping, cabins or caravanning, our holiday park offers a range of options to suit your needs. Shaped by Mother Nature for over 200 million years, Carnarvon Gorge is a spectacular destination filled with striking landscapes, towering sandstone cliffs, endless tablelands, an abundance of native wildlife and indigenous art sites that have been recognised as some of the finest rock imagery in Australia. It’s the perfect destination to disconnect from the hustle of life and reconnect with nature. Just a five-minute drive from where the Carnarvon Gorge walks begin, BIG4 Carnarvon Gorge is the perfect base.

The best camping near Carnarvon Gorge, QLD guide

Overview

About

Multi-hued cliffs and forested banks provide a wild landscape for hikers at the Carnarvon Gorge, one of the highlights of the Carnarvon National Park. Hike beneath soaring sandstone cliffs along the Carnarvon Great Walk, take in the views along the Boolimba Bluff walk, or look out for wallabies and platypus along the Moss Garden walk. Ancient aboriginal artworks await discovery along Carnarvon Creek, or you can cool off with a swim in the Rock Pool. Camping is equally adventurous. Pitch your tent by natural pools, park your caravan in the heart of the gorge, or go glamping in a safari tent.

Carnarvon Gorge is located in the Carnarvon National Park in central Queensland, about a 3-hour drive north of Roma or south from Emerald. Roads throughout the park are unsealed, but those to the main camping areas are suitable for caravans, motorhomes, and camper trailers.
The Carnarvon Gorge Visitor Area has picnic tables and BBQ areas, restrooms, wifi, and wheelchair access.
The last fuel stations on route to the gorge area are in Injune (for visitors arriving from Roma) or Rolleston (for visitors coming from Emerald). Stock up on supplies prior to arrival, as this is a remote area with limited facilities.
Bring sturdy hiking boots and take care when hiking—creek crossings can be slippery, and cliff edges are sometimes unstable. Stick to the trails and avoid hiking in extreme weather when flash floods and rock falls can occur.
Self-sufficient campers must purchase a camping permit, and advance booking is required for the park campsites. Other options include the Takarakka Bush Resort, Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge, and Sandstone Park.

When to go

April through June is the best time for hiking, when the weather is cooler, and the gorge is lush from winter rainfall. From October through March, daytime temperatures can climb over 35°C and flooding is common—prepare for intense heat and rainfall if you choose to visit at this time. The Carnarvon Gorge Camping Area is open to campers during the Easter, June-July, and September-October Queensland school holidays only; the Big Bend camping area is open year-round.

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