Camping near Cunnamulla

This small town in Outback Queensland sits on the banks of the Warrego River.

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Francvillers Bush Camping

10 sites · RVs, Tents45000 acres · Cunnamulla, QLD
After years of hosting the odd group of people, friends of friends or distant acquaintances - it got us to thinking; there is a reason why they just keep coming back. We are located 25 minutes south of Cunnamulla, South West QLD. We offer seclusion, only taking three to four self-sufficient groups at a time ensuring complete privacy, no shared space. Just the real Outback. Weather permitting. Your only neighbours out here are the wildlife and our stock. The camping spot is right beside a dam/bore drain, with good access from the main road, wet weather permitting. We have an endless supply of Gidgee around the camp spot, its the third densest wood in the world, which makes it the ultimate firewood for campers! You can walk, bird watch, fish, swim or just sit back and soak up the country atmosphere. For more information and property rules please refer to our website outbackescape.com All campers must be self-sufficient and bring their own camping toilet. Please let us know if you don’t have a porta-loo as we can supply one. Pets are welcome to join you but please keep dogs on a leash as we have sheep and cattle in the paddock you’ll be camping in.
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Camping near Cunnamulla guide

Overview

Midway between Charleville and Bourke, Cunnamulla sits at the junctions of iconic Australian Outback road trips on the Matilda Way and the Adventure Way. Known as the Gateway to the Outback, Cunnamulla offers opportunities to stay in conveniently located caravan parks with river frontage, as well as family farms with serene tent campsites. Communal fire pits at area campgrounds are popular for stargazing in a friendly atmosphere loaded with charm. Looking for BBQs, free wifi, camp kitchens, and shady powered sites with drive-through access.

Where to go

Charlotte Plains

Book a camping spot at Charlotte Plains Station, where artesian bore water is piped into outdoor bathtubs, known as bore baths. Unpowered and powered sites offer bush camping in a natural bushland setting, plus self-contained accommodations are available in the Shearers Quarters. Besides bathing in mineral-rich waters, birdwatching and kayaking are popular activities at this Outback Australian sheep station.

Currawinya National Park

Almost 200 kilometres southwest of Cunnamulla is Currawinya National Park, part of the mulga lands fed by Paroo River. Walking trails wind alongside lakes and wetlands where abundant birdlife is attracted to the natural water source. Bush camping sites accessible by 4WD vehicles and camper trailers can be pre-booked through the Queensland National Parks website.

St George

East of Cunnamulla lies the town of St George, the regional centre of the shire and a great place to reprovision with essential supplies before continuing into the Outback.

When to go

The Cunnamulla climate is generally hot and dry year-round, with the mildest temperatures occurring between April and October. Storms and heavy rain may roll through during summer, with minor flooding having the potential to cut access to towns or stations. Always keep an eye on weather forecasts.

Know before you go

  • Each August, the Cunnamulla Festival is an annual celebration of Outback Australia.
  • Surf the Cunnamulla sand dunes 850 km from the sea.
  • Get a taste of Australian Outback life by participating in sheep shearing or cattle mustering.
  • Drivers in Outback Australia should be aware of hazards such as roaming livestock and long distances between refuelling stops.
  • Fresh drinking water from rain-filled tanks is precious and may be sourced from some holiday parks or stations.
  • Cunnamulla was once immortalised by Aussie icon Slim Dusty, whose song “Cunnamulla Fella” is honoured with a larger-than-life statue in the centre of town.

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