Camping near Hervey Bay, Queensland
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- Hervey Bay
Camping near Hervey Bay
Passing Humpback whales and easy access to the world’s largest sand island from Hervey Bay.
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Fraser Coast RV Park
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents75 acres · River Heads, QLDHervey Bay is known as the whale watching capital of the world and is just 10 minutes from Fraser Coast RV Park. Hervey Bay has a sheltered location, and as such is the best place on Australia’s east coast to meet the majestic humpback whales with plenty of good tour operators.
We have suitable offerings for all types of RV’s, campers, roof top tents, camper trailers, caravans, tents, swags and motorhomes.
Come and visit us and enjoy everything the Fraser Coast has to offer. You will feel like you really are on holidays. A great getaway from it all, yet just a stones throw from Fraser Island and Hervey Bay and Lady Elliot Island.
We are dog friendly and also wheelchair accessible in the Bush Kitchen and Wallaby Wash House. Bertha the Retro van and Gertrude the Gypsy Wagon are not wheelchair accessible.
24 hour security access to your own private campsite.
We have a designated area for dog lovers called Dogs Corner.
There is a lovely paddock for the dogs to take in the country atmosphere and located right next to the 40 acre nature reserve with 4kms of walking trails, what better way to Escape, Relax and Unwind.
We also provide dog minding services! Photo updates supplied. Cost is $50 per day (add to your booking). All you need to do is supply your dog bed and food. Recently our guests enjoyed a trip to Fraser Island and were very impressed with the service provided. So if you love your fur baby and you still want to have a holiday experience, just come and stay here and we can enhance your stay by giving your fur babies a holiday too.
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AU$45
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River Run Farm Camping
38 sites · RVs, Tents84 acres · Antigua, QLDRiver Run Farm Camping is situated on the banks of the beautiful Mary River within the spectacular Fraser Coast region.
The historic Maryborough town centre and the quaint village of Tiaro is right on our doorstep for anything you may have left behind or if you just feel like a country pub meal and a cold beer.
We offer large grassy mowed sites both powered and unpowered, river front and tree shaded areas with some having their own fire pits.
Fully equipped large camp kitchen with microwave, television, fridge, dart board, BBQ, communal firepit and power points to charge your devices.
We offer the best hot showers with beautifully clean toilets; our amenities even contain a washing machine and a kid’s bathroom with a claw foot bath. Dump point located at the front of our property.
River Run offers: farm animals, swimming, excellent fresh water Fishing (Bass, Barra, yellow belly, prawn and silver perch), boat ramp, bike track and kayaking
River run has an amazing variety of bird life due to the large body of fresh water and pristine habitat creating a great environment for bird watching and spotting native animals including platypus which have been sighted at the boat ramp.
We are pet friendly too as long as your animals remain on a leash and are under full supervision at all times.
River Run is only a short drive away from lots of great experiences, Markets, Mural trail, horse riding, adventure activities, history, museums, Festivals, art and culture that are sure to inspire. River run has an amazing variety of bird life due to the large body of fresh water and pristine habitat creating a great environment for bird watching and spotting native animals including platypus which have been sighted at the boat ramp.
Book a horse riding adventure with Hucknall Horses only 10mins away or drive on up to Hervey Bay and go whale watching or day trip to the incredible Fraser Island or Rainbow Beach.
4wd in one of the many local forestry areas and see the brumby herds.
Just so much to see and do.
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AU$25
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Macallon Farm Stay
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Curra, QLDNestled alongside the waters of Curra Creek, Macallon Farm is a 40 acre property which hosts the farm stay experience with a difference.
We offer private camp-sites, beautiful hilltop views or creek sites.
Take a guided tour to meet and get up close to some of the unique friendly farm animals. We have Alpacas, Llamas, Camels and Donkeys just to name a few.
Or just take a quiet stroll observing the sights and sounds of the natural wildlife.
We offer Glamping in Bell Tents, a comfortable bed may be your style, or bring your own camp setup and enjoy the beautiful location your own way. Our camp sites are nice and flat.
Relaxing by the creek, or take in the great views from the top of the hill, each site has many things to offer.
Whatever you choose we have a working farm full of animals to enjoy, for the kids to pat and interact with. Jump aboard the 4pm little train to feed the animals.
This will be the holiday the kids will want to come back to.
I purchased the farm in 2015 with my children to build a dream, a lifestyle I'm passionate about, one I could share with my family. I was raised on the land and respect and follow sustainable farming practices here on Macallon Farm.
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AU$24
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'The Three Mile Creek' Camping
7 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Glastonbury, QLDWelcome to the 'Three Mile Creek' a cattle and donkey farm.
Our property is located in the beautiful Glastonbury area, which is between Gympie and Widgee. Only 9kms to local Woolworths, Fuel Station, Chemist, Pub and Bottleo.
The 'Three Mile Creek' winds its way through the property, providing beautiful shady camping areas and nice water holes to cool down on a hot day.
Camping areas are secluded from the main road. Sites are along the creek, out in the open paddocks, or amongst the tall stands of bamboo. All with easy access for 4WD/Campers/Caravans.
We have three large dams for swimming and kayaking (kayaks provided onsite).
All sites have fire pits with no shortage of firewood, fires must be contained and supervised at all times. Some sites have picnic tables. Guests are required to be fully self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and camp rubbish with them on departure.
Perfect place to just relax or use as a base to do day trips to explore our beautiful region and what it has to offer.
Pets are most welcome, but must be supervised and on leash at night, and if livestock are around.
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AU$25
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Hidden Camp Pie Creek
41 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · QLDAway from everything, close to most things.
Our 6.5 acre property has an abundance of beautiful flora & fauna along with lots of wildlife and birds.
It is the perfect destination to forget life's worries and relax in a beautiful natural environment. We are happy for you to enjoy riding push bikes on the property and to enjoy music around your campsite.
Bring your kids, dogs, push bikes, or even a canoe and get back to nature!
Campfires are welcome in the fire pit provided and there is plenty of firewood available. Please ensure there are no restrictions in place before lighting a fire.
There is a basic camp kitchen, toilet's, camp shower and a bar setup down near the dam for your use, complete with lights, weber BBQ, microwave, 2 hot plates, a toaster, sandwich press and fridge/freezer.
You can also hire out the entire property just for your group or special occasion - please see entire property listing.
We also have a mini camp shop on site that's also stocked with the hire items you will notice in the extras section(on the hipcamp app) and there are also many more items you may forget like frozen bread, milk and even ice also including but not limited to (depending on availability) -
* Barista made coffees (by prior booking)
* Ham & Cheese croissants (by prior booking)
* Chopped Fire wood (Delivered to your camp)
* Smoker Rental
* Solar Panel Rental
* Water Drum Rental
* Camp toilet Rental
*Generator Hire
*Table Hire
*Battery Hire
*12v Fridge/freezer hire
If you are requiring any of the above you can pay us in cash or you can check out these most of these options on the hipcamp app or give us a call or text to arrange.
There is power down at the dam and please take your rubbish with you on departure and clean up after yourselves. Although most of all we want you to have a great time!
We are 10 minutes from Gympie, 2 hours from Brisbane and an hour to the Sunshine Coast or Hervey Bay.
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AU$5
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Paperbark Bush Camp (over 15 years)
20 sites · RVs, Tents108 acres · QLDPaperbark Bush Camp (over 15 years old) is a private bush camp set in Natures Paradise in the bush. It's beautiful tranquil place to escape and catch your breath. Only 3km drive to the beach. You can often, hear the waves at night.
Set amongst the trees and green grassy paddocks, you can’t help but relax and unwind. There’s an array of wildlife. Thriving bird life, kangaroos, green tree frogs, goanna's. Take an easy bush walk on the property’s 108 acres, if you’re quiet you may just come across an echidna or large monitor lizard. Watch the birds take a flying dip in the dam on a sunny afternoon and the King parrots come to the feeder every day. Bring your guitar and enjoy sitting around your own open fire place with an endless supply of wood to burn.
Unlike the usual busy caravan parks, we offer a peaceful bush camping setting with plenty of space for you to choose where you want to park. The surface areas are all relatively flat and suitable for camping, camper trailers, caravans and motor homes.
Amenities
We have both powered and un-powered sites with five that are powered.
Tap into fresh clean natural spring water. Bring your jerry cans to fill up on site if you’re camping in the off-grid zones.
There is a fish cleaning area with filleting bench and hose available for all to use.
There are three amenities buildings with a total of 2 showers and 7 toilets. Also enjoy a cool shower at one of the 4 outside showers in summer to rinse off when you get back from the beach.
We also have a laundry room with washing machine and clothes lines.
For the ultimate bush experience, go off-grid camping at one of five secluded camps out the back of the property completely surrounded by trees. These are quite large areas and can fit the whole family or a group with room to park a few caravans.
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Baffle Creek Retreat
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents112 acres · Baffle Creek, QLDLooking for absolute river frontage on beautiful Baffle Creek? Look no further! Our 700m Airstrip is now open. We offer Fly in Fly outStay in the Cottage or Camp. Fish, Play Golf [ Clubs can be provided]Firewood available.Minimum 2 Nights Stay.- One bedroom self-contained cottage- Sleeps 4 (queen bed & sofa bed)- Camping Area- Camp kitchen B.B.Q. area overlooking the river- Semi-detached private bathroom toilet facility- Dog friendly- Easy access to jetty, boat ramp and AirstripEnjoy fishing in the creek, go for a bushwalk or relax around the campfire. The region offers plenty including good boating and fishing, and exploring nearby National Parks and the Great Barrier Reef.
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Hope Valley
27 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1375 acres · Amamoor Creek, QLD4WD Recommended - dirt/gravel road and two creek crossings (through the creek bed) to get here.
We have a whole beautiful valley with crystal clear spring-fed creeks, patches of rain forest and hillsides covered in grass-trees backing onto Wrattens State Forest. There's 1,375 acres of land - the boundaries of our property are the ridges of the mountains that encircle us, and many rare species abound here.
This is a dog and horse friendly property but no pets allowed in the cabin. There is paralysis tick in this region - so we'd recommend treating any animal before you come and frequent checks while you're here.
No mobile phone coverage at the cabin, but there is a hill you can drive (or walk) up on the property to get phone signal if needed and we have a landline phone in our house which can be used in emergencies.
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Hidden Pocket on the Mary
10 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Moy Pocket, QLD
We are a working family dairy farm set on over 210 acres on the beautiful Mary River, located in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
We offer 4 peaceful sites with direct river frontage for self-contained caravans, campers and tents.
Campfires permitted in fire pits provided.
We offer complimentary kayaks and tyre tubes for guests use, BYO life jackets if required. Bring your fishing rod and fish from your camp or a kayak. You can try panning for gold in the river.
Please note we do NOT have amenities or drinking water and that you need to be self-sufficient and bring everything you need with you and take out ALL waste.
The road to the campsite is an all-weather access road. The campsite is also easily accessible with 2WD vehicles.
AFAIR USE POLICY applies to guests who intend to camp as one party and are not to book separate sites. If you have a big group and want to have the campsite to yourself, then please head to our 'Entire Private Group' site.
*Firewood available by the bag to purchase. (private contractor)
The Mary River water level is determined on rain fall.
**Today it's running and
healthy, there is
plenty of fish and an elusive platypus.
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AU$18
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1770 Eco Camp, Agnes Water
12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Agnes Water, QLDEco Style camping nestled in 42 acres of bush land in the Agnes Water Hinterland.
We offer a variety of different site options. Currently we have Powered sites for you to rock up in your choice of accomodation or our custom styled Eco Tents which offers a very comfortable option for those that don't want to bring their van or tent.
We also offer modern amenities including showers, toilets, camp kitchen, walk trails, swimming holes, and much more.
Pet friendly areas available.
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AU$28.50
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Adavale Farm
42 sites · RVs, Tents360 acres · QLDWelcome to Adavale Farm! Peaceful rural beef & dairy operations. Scenic views from the campsites. Enjoy bird watching by the creeks or just relax around the campfire. Some campsites overlook some of the dams. Enjoy a swim as the dams are almost full. It's a wonderful place to go star gazing and we offer plenty of fun activities around the farm. Come and experience Australian farming life at our farm. Meet our friendly animals of many varieties.
TOILETS available at some of our campsites.
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Riverdell
7 sites · Tents166 acres · Bald Knob, QLDRiverdell is 166 acres located on the eastern side of the Blackall Range extending down to the Mooloolah River headwaters. Escape off grid to enjoy the peace and quiet, watch the cattle grazing in the paddocks, spot the native birdlife or cuddle up by the fire in your own secluded paradise. Sunrises are spectacular while sunsets by open campfire are also a highlight of the Riverdell experience. Take a short walk up the creek, west of The Junction campsite, to see some scenic rockpools and waterfalls in the cool of the rainforest canopy.There is plenty to do and see in the area including exploring nearby Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Gardeners Falls, Kondalilla National Park, Australia Zoo, indulge in a tasting at the Barrel at Clouds Vineyard opposite the front gate, stroll through Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World or take a short drive to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches.Access during daylight hours via 4WD ONLY with off-road tyres. Off-road camper trailers are suitable for some campsites (weight and length restrictions apply) however caravans are not suitable due to the steep terrain. A portaloo is within walking distance to some campsites, otherwise your camp MUST be self-contained. Riverdell is dog friendly, off leash if trained, and recommend tick treatment before arrival. For safety, no arrivals after dark unless arranged prior.
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AU$45
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Outdoor stays for every style
Find your new favourite spot.
Hervey Bay (pronounced Harvey) is best known as the gateway to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island (K’gari), less than an hour’s ferry ride away. It’s also one of Australia’s most popular whale-watching destinations, for the passing parade of Humpback whales that visit annually. Campers can find all they need in equipment and supplies in the town, and then choose between big-name commercial camping and caravan parks and smaller, non-commercial camping grounds around the Fraser Coast. Some of the best are in Wongai State Forest, where you can camp near picturesque waterholes. Kayaking and canoeing is popular, and there are easy walking trails.
Fraser Island (K’gari)
The world’s largest sand island, Fraser Island (K’gari) is popular with campers, hikers and fishermen, but can only be accessed by 4WD vehicle or on foot. Sandy tracks criss-cross the island. As well as beach camping, there are protected camping sites behind fences to keep out wild dingos, recommended for families with children under 14. Don’t-miss spots include the crystal-clear Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek and the lush rainforest of Central Station.
Bundaberg
About 90 minutes’ drive north is the sugar milling town of Bundaberg, where nature lovers flock in summer to witness the turtle nesting season at the largest rookery in the Southern Hemisphere, on the beach at Mon Repos. Bush and coastal camping spots abound, a mix of commercial operations and council-run campgrounds. One of these is Norval Park Campground, close to the ocean but with no facilities, open to tents and trailers only (a permit is needed).
Lady Elliot Island
Glamping is the only camping option on Lady Elliot, one of the Great Barrier Reef’s most remote inhabited islands. Access to the island is by air only, booked through Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, from Hervey Bay or Bundaberg. Tents are close to the lagoon and each has a deck where you can watch nesting seabirds and turtles (in season). Less expensive cabin accommodation is available. The highlights are snorkelling off the beach, 20 dive sites, and Manta Ray (best in winter).
When to Go
Book well ahead at any time of year, especially for camping on Fraser Island. During whale-watching season (August to October), the region is busy. The best weather is in Spring (September to November), when there is little rain and the summer humidity hasn’t kicked in yet.
Know Before You Go
- Allow at least three days to explore Fraser Island.
- On Fraser Island, it is illegal to feed or interact with dingos (wild dogs), which have been responsible for fatal attacks on visitors. Heavy fines apply.
- Whale watching season in Hervey Bay runs from August to October.
- Camping permits are required for all Queensland National Parks, forests and reserves and must be booked online and paid for before arrival.
Nearby Attractions
Visit Double Island Point for excellent ocean views from the iconic lighthouse.
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