Camping near Barcaldine with hiking

Go camping in the rural birthplace of Australia’s labour movement.

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Dunblane

8 sites · RVs, Tents40000 acres · Barcaldine, QLD
Welcome to Barcy! Looking for a campsite where you can camp on your own or with just your friends? Want to learn more about wool growing and sheep grazing businesses? Want to see wildlife (eagles, brolgas, red kangaroos, echidnas) and livestock in their paddocks? Consider the self-drive tour. Walk the pet, light a fire at night and let the kids explore. Several sites have hot water for open air baths.Dunblane is a wool sheep grazing property located just off the Landsborough (Matilda) Highway 8km west of Barcaldine. We welcome guests and we're happy to share our place with others. Only one booking allowed at each site so you will have the site to your self, although you are able to book for friends. Pull in, light a fire, watch for falling stars, walk the dog and let the kids explore. Check the sunsets that never fail. Amenities depend on the site booked - check the options listed.Kids under 15 stay free! Dog friendly. 
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Camping near Barcaldine with hiking guide

Overview

In rural Queensland, on the traditional lands of the Iningai people, Barcaldine has a long history of ties to the Australian labour movement and the Australian Labor Party that came out of it. It also makes a fantastic base for outdoor exploration, and many people come here to learn more about the movement. Barcaldine is an equally fantastic place for exploring the bush, and is within easy reach of numerous flora- and fauna-rich national parks and nature reserves. Camping and glamping opportunities in the area are plentiful, and you'll find private Hipcamps with tent and caravan sites both in and around town and in the nearby Emerald area.

Where to go

Iningai Park Nature Reserve

This natural reserve due west of Barcaldine is a great place for walking and birdwatching. Three walking loops weave through the reserve and into the nearby town of Longreach. Around 130 types of birds, 22 reptile species, and a dozen mammals have been spotted in the park.

Idalia National Park

Spread out over 144,000 hectares, Idalia National Park is characterized by mulga forests, rocky gorges, and the headwaters of the Bulloo River. The park also houses the remnants of old stockyards dating from the 1920s to the 1950s. Keep your eyes peeled for yellow-footed rock wallabies.

Cudmore National Park

If you want to see wildlife, your chances are high at Cudmore National Park. Spread out over just under 22,000 hectares, this space provides habitat for 31 mammal species along with all sorts of birds, amphibians, and reptiles. Just note that the park is entirely undeveloped, without proper visitor facilities beyond a road that can only be accessed by 4-wheel-drive vehicles.

When to go

Barcaldine is a great winter destination, with generally cool and dry weather from late May until September. Spring and autumn see significantly higher temperatures, with highs in the low to mid-30s that peak in the slightly rainier summer months. If you're looking for a bit of extra fun, visit over the annual Labour Day long weekend in May, when the Tree of Knowledge Festival brings entertainment, markets, a parade, and even goat racing to the community.

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