The best camping near Porcupine Gorge National Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Porcupine Gorge National Park adventure.

Sandstone canyons and forested plains provide views for hikers in the Queensland Outback.  

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Clothes Peg Country Cottage

2 sites · Lodging64000 acres · Porcupine, QLD
Clothes Peg is a family-owned beef cattle station on top of the Great Divide, north of Hughenden in North Queensland. We offer the Country Cottage, a lovely cottage beside the main house. It is very basic, but has its own bathroom and toilet/laundry facilities. We are close to the Blackbraes National Park, so if you would like to visit the Park, and still have a few creature comforts, this is the place to stay. Country Cottage is located 7km off the Hann Highway, which runs north from Hughenden through to The Oasis, Lynd Junction. The turn-off is about 160km north of Hughenden or 120km south of the Lynd Junction. There is an awesome outdoor area with a lovely big yard to play bocce, yard cricket, or just enjoy the tranquility. We have hammocks available. Great walks nearby, with bird life, dams and waterfalls to experience. We are located 25 mins away from Blackbraes National Park with its undulating ranges surrounding basalt rock outcrops, craters and seasonal swamps. Why not make a day trip to Porcupine Gorge and see the canyon that has been carved into the landscape by the eroding action of Porcupine Creek. Go for a bushwalk or have a swim. In the wider section of the gorge, the creek has also created the Pyramid, an isolated monolith of multi-coloured sandstone. Pets on leashes are welcome. Campfires are permitted.
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The best camping near Porcupine Gorge National Park guide

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Towering sandstone cliffs and sun-scorched savanna plains line the banks of Porcupine Creek in the Porcupine Gorge National Park. Admire the multi-colored rocks as you hike the Pyramid Track through the gorge, explore the bubbling creek and waterholes, and climb up to the Pyramid Lookout for a spectacular view over the canyon. Look out for red kangaroos and wallaroos hopping through the woodlands or go bird-watching in the vine forests before stopping for a picnic by the waterfront. Camping at the park’s only camping ground, Pyramid Camping Area, is an adventure, too—pitch your tent in the heart of the bush and sleep out beneath the outback stars. There’s space for tents, caravans, and camper trailers.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. Camping permits are required, and your campsite must be reserved in advance. A tag with your booking number must be displayed on your pitch at all times.
  2. There are just 22 plots, so book at least three months in advance, especially if visiting during Queensland school holidays. 
  3. Be sure to book the correct size pitch for your tent or caravan—space is tight, and some spots are reverse-in only.

When to go

Temperatures regularly climb above 35°C in the summer months (October through March), and hikers are advised to set out early and avoid the hottest parts of the day. This is also the wet season, and a 4WD may be required to access the park’s unsealed roads. Winter (June through August) provides the most pleasant weather for hiking, but campers should wrap up warm at night as temperatures drop quickly after sundown.  

Know before you go

  • Camping facilities include composting toilets and picnic areas. Bring everything else you need with you, including drinking water. Generators are prohibited. There is a shop and gas station in Hughenden, where you can stock up on supplies.
  • Fire bans are common in Queensland in dry periods—be sure to follow local regulations and always use the fire rings provided. 
  • There is no cell phone service in the park.
  • The Pyramid Campground is accessible for wheelchairs, and the gorge lookout is also accessible with assistance.

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