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Carlton Farm, Hervey Bay

92%
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· Nikenbah, Queensland
150 acres
12 sites
12 RV/Tent
Enjoy a convenient and relaxing base to discover the best of Hervey Bay at our 150-acre cattle grazing farm located just 3km outside of town, with plenty of space for campers. To access the farm, turn right off the Maryborough Highway into Chapel Rd, then turn right at the picnic table beside the bikeway, and do not drive over the cattle grid. The entrance is right beside the grid with reflectors on each post. If you're having trouble finding the entrance, please call Ray at 0459247041 or Judy at 0459247042. We offer numerous camping sites on cleared land lined by trees, near to our gully and seasonal creek. Each site is private and offers plenty of space. Campers must be self-contained with their own camp toilet, but there is a 24/7 dump station just 2km away. A stone's throw from the campsites is access to the mobility corridor/bike path, which takes you straight into Hervey Bay and continues all the way past the shops to Urangan pier, offering 15km of ocean frontage to explore. Our farm is located about 2.5km from both hospitals (private and government) for any care that you may need. All specialists and consulting facilities are very convenient. Next door to the campsites is our fantastic local cafe, The Depot Espresso Bar, open at 6 in the morning. They're happy to take orders for our campers from 5:30 if you knock! It's perfect for hopping on your bike from camp, grabbing your morning caffeine fix, and continuing on the day's biking adventure. Campfires are permitted, but please BYO firepit, and there is plenty of fallen timber you are welcome to collect and split yourself. Pets are welcome too! Kids under 5 stay free and don't need to be included in the booking group count. Check-in is welcome after 9 am and you can depart anytime.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Wildlife watching
Natural features
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Nikenbah, Queensland, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Judy C.Joined in October 2020
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90 ratings · 75 reviews
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Brianna A.recommends
May 20, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Quite and comfortable farm stay
We had the camp to ourselves surrounded by visiting cows in the neighbouring paddock. Not far away from the shops and walking distance to a coffee shop! The owners were lovely too.
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Mark S.recommends
May 8, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Nice and private but still close to coffee shop and right next to bike path into Hervey Bay.
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Julie B.
May 3, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
The host Ray was very friendly and helpful. However this was not the spot for me. Too close to a main road with lots of traffic.
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Yoshi B.recommends
April 17, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Camping with dogs in Nikenbah.
We enjoyed our stay at Carlton Farm Hervey Bay. The dogs were free to run around, we lit a beautiful liitle campfire in our firepot, and the coffee shop next door served great coffee and the best carrot cake I have ever tasted. There's also a great rail trail walk over the road. We even went back the next day to check out the Nikenbah market.
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Peter H.doesn't recommend
April 11, 2023
Powered Sites, Carlton Farm Camping
I really appreciate the owner opening up his property for people to use. BUT the site area was a paddock with 12" grass and cow patties everywhere. I would not recommend it.
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Trudy G.recommends
April 10, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
We loved camping at carltons farm camp as it was so peaceful and serene...it was very close to the rail trail which made a lovely bike ride into hervey bay and back..the hosts judy and ray were very friendly and helpful
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Lynn Mesney M.recommends
April 9, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Loved camping here, so close to the heritage rail trail for bike riding. Our dog loved running around off leash and the owners kindly cut the grass for us. We would stay here again
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Melanie M.recommends
April 8, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Hidden gem.
Close to town. Great little spot. If the grass is long the owner comes straight down to mow it. Only thing, could be tricky for 2WD if there is too much rain and a sign would help to locate the entry. Will definitely go there again.
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Cranky D.recommends
March 25, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
We had a good stay. Convenient location close to town. Nice quiet spot we only stayed 1 night but will be back.
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Shaun M.recommends
January 21, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
I came back for another go
Nice next to the trees and great flat place I have been a few times now and will be back again close to Hervey bay and easy to find
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Christine T.recommends
January 7, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
This was our second stay. We love the open space and hope to stay here often. Perfect spot about 5 to 10 minutes from Hervey Bay esplanade. Close to everything without the suburban feel.
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Kimberley G.
January 6, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Overall, I wasn’t impressed. The sites were unmanaged (not mowed- and hard to find a flat surface and there was cow poo that wasn’t removed for campers) and overpriced. If camping you would need to be fully self contained as it’s just land to camp on with no extras. I had to leave early but I also don’t think I would come back. If the site was $10/night I would feel more willing to stay.
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Shaun M.recommends
January 1, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Easy and affordable
I loved the trees and the shade lovely place will be back and the owners are most helpful
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Nicole M.recommends
January 1, 2023
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
A beautiful big block of land! We were struggling to find anywhere for NYE and this place worked out well! There was no one else apart from one caravan far away so felt like it was just us! No toilets or showers so self contained is a must if you plan to stay longer than a night. It was peaceful, but definitely need mosquito repellent! Thanks for having us!
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Cristina C.recommends
December 29, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Peaceful, huge and naturalistic cam
Super friendly hosts, the spot is peaceful and huge. We really enjoyed!
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Matt E.recommends
December 17, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great property, very private and quiet. Had a great time sitting around relaxing and watching the cattle can’t wait to return!
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Katie G.recommends
October 27, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
We just needed a nice flat and dry place to stay while we passed through and this was perfect. They were very accommodating at such short notice.
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Roy P.recommends
October 5, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Bush camp ⛺️
Had the most wonderful stay/experience, plenty of room for the children to run around and play, lovely people would stay again 😁
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Eileen W.doesn't recommend
September 25, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Very handy location, friendly host, but badly needed a mow. Would not stay again unless long grass was mowed
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Johanna W.recommends
September 24, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great bush setting with plenty of firewood.
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Cheryl W.
September 18, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Useful camp
Overall it was a good camp however not having the address and waiting for Ray at the Ampol was a bit wierd. The are to camp is big and there is a lot of space. Not the ground is a bit rough and cow pats everywhere. You can have fires and dogs so suited us. And a quick car trip into town
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Michelle M.recommends
September 14, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great place to stay. Lots of room, private and lovely hosts.
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Yvonne F.recommends
September 14, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Thanks for the stay, so close to Harvey Bay, quiet and so easy check in.
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Kristy And Chris C.recommends
September 13, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
We loved this Hipcamp!! So private, felt safe, close to everything and the hosts we’re lovely. We will definitely be back! Thank you
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Daryl C.recommends
September 6, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great spot on the thomson
This was my third stay at Goodberry Hills. It's a wonderful location with good fishing & good redclaw. Beautiful sunsets to photograph. I'll be back
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Belinda M.recommends
September 5, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Loved it!
We loved our stay here. We don’t like being crammed into big parks. Ray and Judy were lovely and there is plenty of space. They were very accommodating and we extended our stay.
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Daryl C.recommends
September 5, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great open area away from the hustle of Hervey Bay but still close. Brilliant location for visiting Hervey Bay. Pricing is way better than the exhorbitant caravan park prices. Very friendly host.
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Christine T.recommends
August 28, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Great spot! If you are SC, this is ideal. Not far from the esplanade or main roads, yet surprisingly quiet. I highly recommend it!
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Debbie S.recommends
August 22, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Camp site amongst the trees & birds
It was lovely to hear the cows and the birds wake you up in the mornings. The market was also on while we were staying. That was a extra bonus to be able to walk there & back. They had lots of lovely things to look at & buy. Also had the rail trail right across the road & we took advantage of this and rode to the Foreshore & along it & back. Lovely paddock to park in wherever you wanted to. It would have been nice to meet the hosts.
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Jennifer P.recommends
August 19, 2022
Carlton Farm Camping, Hervey Bay
Bush serenity
We had three nights at Carlton Farm. Judy and Ray were very hospitable and we thoroughly enjoyed the serenity offered in the bush setting. It is only five minutes from the outskirts of Hervey Bay and was a perfect base. Would definitely recommend if you are self contained and enjoy the quiet of the bush.
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