River, stream, or creek camping in Great Keppel Island
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Ferns Hideaway Resort
25 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Byfield, QLD
Ferns Hideaway is a secluded unique family owned bush resort and camping/caravan park nestled beside the stunning Waterpark Creek on 42 acres of riparian rainforest in tropical Central Queensland. Ferns is located in Byfield which is an easy 30 minute drive (39 kilometres) north of Yeppoon and adjacent to the beautiful Byfield National Park and central to all the area has to offer.We have a variety of sites and accomodation options to suit all styles and budgets with more than 25 camp/van sites, 5 traditional rustic log cabins, and several onsite vans, set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens and stunning natural surrounds.If it's peace and relaxation you're after, or more fun and adventure Ferns has something for everyone and boasts an array of other activities that are complementary for our guests. Spend the days lazing away by the pool, have a hit of tennis or explore the magical wilderness of Waterpark Creek in one of our canoes. The choice is yours! Our activities / amenities include: Fleet of Canadian canoes, in-ground swimming pool and spa, tennis court, beach volleyball court, ball games, kids activities, bush walking tracks, open grassed picnic areas, central camp ground, secluded camp sites, camp kitchen, camp lounge, toilets, hot showers, drinking water, licensed restaurant serving the best fresh local ingredients.Featuring an abundance of fauna and flora throughout the property, including a profusion of rare Byfield Ferns, giant paperbarks, wallabies, bandicoots, monitor lizards, water dragons and amazing birdlife, Ferns offers the perfect opportunity to relax and reconnect with nature, family and friends. With our licensed A La Carte restaurant open on Friday and Saturday nights as well as Sunday lunch you can have your slice of paradise and eat your cake too!
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Take-A-Break Bush Camp
13 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Nankin, QLD
Located between Rockhampton and Emu Park beach. 711 Thompson Point Road Nankin
Our campsites are located in a rural setting with plenty of shady trees, friendly cows and mountain views close to the Fitzroy River. Relax around a campfire on a peaceful dam and listen to the kookaburras. Dip your toes into the cool water whilst sipping watching the sunset.
It is 10km to the upgraded Fitzroy River/Thompson Point boat ramp and pontoon. Enjoy some excellent fishing and crabbing on the river, bird watching and bush walking up the many hills. Only 1/2 hr. drive to the beaches (Emu Park and Yeppoon), National Parks (Mt Etna Caves, Mt Archer Baga, Limestone Creek), and Rockhampton (Kershaw Gardens and Rockhampton Free Zoo).
Campfires in the firepits provided on each site. (Welcomed to BYO own firepit). Pre-cut fire wood for sale on site. Pets are welcome, however the must be kept within your allocated campsite area and supervised at all time. (Dogs are not allowed to chase livestock or native animals). Quiet genset are also allowed.
Definitely no boats to be backed into the dam for washing purposes. Fish cleaning and boat washing facilities at the solar bore near front entrance. Telstra mobile reception (3G & 4G). TV reception with antenna. We a setup for fully self contained camping, however there is a basic bush shower/toilet available for our campers.
The dam is a pristine eco area and no soap/detergents/chemicals to used in/around it. The dam is stocked with yabbies, silver perch and bass – catch and release.
Camp site caters for 2 Adults and up to 4 kids per site.
Come and Take-A-Break.
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"Akubra Downs" HipCamp
26 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents600 acres · Mulara, QLD
A rare find. Conveniently located 12 mins to Yeppoon beaches, 15 mins to the Beef Capital City, Rockhampton. This property runs cattle, horses & it has its own airfield. Sky diving on weekends. Hedlow Creek runs through the 600 acre property. Great Keppel Island just off Yeppoon, daily trips. National Parks nearby.
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Milfarrago Farm
4 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Bungundarra, QLD
Camp on our farm in the heart of the Capricorn Coast, close to the beautiful beach of Yeppoon and Farnborough. There is plenty to enjoy in the area, including bushwalks, 4WD tracks, water activities and National Parks.On the farm you can see the many animals, including horses, pigs, chickens and alpacas. Farm produce available depending on time of year. Campfires allowed (conditions pending). Just a short drive to beaches, bush walking and 4WD tracks. There are no facilities here, campers must be self contained and leave no trace.Powered Sites2 powered sites available with 10 amp connection. TV reception not available at this location.Unpowered SitesUnpowered sites available at our family farm, open areas available. Water available at a central location but not at each site. Located 15 minutes from Yeppoon Main Beach and Farnborough Beaches. Approximately 25 minutes to Byfield.
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Rockhampton Waterski Club
8 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Alton Downs, QLD
On the banks of the beautiful Fitzroy River is the Rockhampton Water Ski Club.Only ten minutes drive from the Rockhampton CBD is the opportunity to access the only camping location along the fresh water side (upstream) of the Fitzroy River Barrage.This site offers full amenities, including hot water showers, flushing toilets, built in bbq's, and a camp kitchen.You can enjoy getting back to nature with the picturesque river views and enjoy the beautiful landscape or you can sit around the fire and tell some yarns with the family.Other activities that the site provides is direct access to the Fitzroy River via the clubs boat ramp, and doc, water skiing, fishing and of course you're more than welcome to bring your own canoes or kayaks.There are plenty of places for the kids to play and swim, so come for a day or a whole week.
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Laurel Bank
5 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Alton Downs, QLD
50 acres - 12 km’s from Rockhampton. Quite secluded areas for 4 wheel drive vehicles towing caravans and camper trailers. Walking (bird watching, abundance of wildlife, kangaroo’s etc). Cycling around property for mountain bikes and gravel roads in area perfect for gravel bikes and leisure riding. Fitzroy river 2 kms.
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Fairy Wrenn
11 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Kalapa, QLD
A peaceful and quiet slice of paradise between the hills and the creek. Relax around the campfire at one of the shady campsites available from mountain views to creek side stays. For the extreme camper break out your hiking boots and really get one with nature as you hike to your site at the top of the hill.
All sites are non powered (welcome to bring your own generator), campfire friendly (pending local fire restrictions) and firewood is available. Rubbish facilities are available if required. Filtered rainwater is available. Sites are pet friendly.
Guests will need to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities but there is a dump point available on site.
Enjoy relaxing by the creek, have a swim or try your hand at catching some fish. Local birdlife is abundant and you might even see the occasional wild peacock. Kangaroos and wallabies will likely come and say hello to you too. Pack a picnic and your camera and hike up to the top of the hill to experience the best views.
Mount Archer National Park, Mount Morgan Railway Museum and the Capricorn Caves are just a few of the local attractions close by.
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Jersey Run
2 sites · RVs1 acre · Gracemere, QLD
2 acre property situated on the edge of the GIA and rural residential. Handy to Gracie saleyards (CQLX), and shopping centre. Bordered by a creek flowing from the Gold bearing mount Morgan region.
Self contained RVs, campers, and caravans only due to NO Facilities provided e.g. No toilets. This is for beef week only.
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Woodlands
1 site · RV, Tent2000 acres · South Brisbane, QLD
Enjoy access to a seasonal creek for camping, surrounded by shaded trees and set against the backdrop of ridges and ranges. The land is not flat, providing a unique landscape with ridges and mountainous views.
Just 18km away is a popular fishing spot, and for the nature enthusiast, there's a 18km journey to Mt Larcom for a mountain nature walk, offering a challenging climb to the mountain top.
If you need amenities, the larger town of Gladstone is 35km away, providing everything you could want. For local services, the Mt Larcom pub, offering meals, and a service station are just 12km away. Additionally, there's a guided 4x4 track for those seeking adventure.
Guests must be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure. Pets are allowed on leash.
Campfires are welcome in fire pit.
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