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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping

Places for Free Camping from Brisbane to Darwin are readily available as we travelled out through Mitchell to Longreach, up and over to the Queensland Border and along the Barkly Highway over to Darwin.

On our recent trip, our goal was to travel from Brisbane to Darwin free camping all of the way.

However we couldn’t resist stopping in at just a couple of our favourite campgrounds.

These are 3 that you simply can’t miss!

The distance from Brisbane City to Darwin City is 3,425.6 kms. If you were to drive straight through it would take approx 38 hours!

We drove from Brisbane to Mataranka in the NT in just 2 weeks but we recommend taking a little more time to relax and enjoy these awesome spots.

Since we have arrived in Darwin, we have been able to relax and enjoy free camping right opposite the beach.

Free Camping from Brisbane to the Queensland/Northern Territory Border

Read more: Our Best Free Camps in Australia

16 Great Free Camping Areas and Must Stop Campgrounds from Brisbane to Darwin

Here is our list of 13 great Free Camping Areas from Brisbane to Darwin along with 3 awesome unmissable campgrounds.

Yes, our list of Free Camping does include 3 paid Campgrounds, because they are amazing and worth visiting along this trip.

Naturally this is only a guide and there are other places but these are the best free camping areas we have discovered as we travel from Brisbane to Darwin.

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping - Gatton

Free Camping Brisbane to the Qld/NT Border

1. Gatton RV Friendly Park, William Kemp Park, Gatton

The Gatton RV Friendly Park is a great free stop over for Self -Contained RV’s.

The William Kemp Park is in a perfect location, right beside the river and only 150 metres to the main street of town.

Only fully self-contained RV’s are allowed as there are no toilets. Sleeping in tents, swags and  normal passenger vehicles is not permitted.

Drinking water is available and there are picnic tables, barbecues and bins also. Naturally, there is no power. Generators are allowed.

A limit of 48 hours applies and cost to stay is Free.

The William Kemp Park has a Dump Point and is pet friendly. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

We had good Telstra phone reception and our stay was on 4th May 2021.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Gatton is 91.9kms.

It takes about an hour and a half from Lawnton on Brisbane’s Northside, where we left from, to get to Gatton.

Phone: 07 5466 3425
Address:  23 East Street, Gatton, Queensland
Website:

Gatton RV Friendly Park

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Miles

2. Miles Rest Stop, Moraby Park, Miles

The Miles Rest Stop at Moraby Park is just under 1km out of Miles next to the R.J. Simpson Bridge.

On the other side of the road, there is plenty of space that may also be used as a free stopover.

Please be aware that this free Miles Rest Stop is a combined heavy vehicle and motorist rest area therefore please do not park in the truck area and ensure there is plenty of room for trucks to pull in both day and night.

These rest areas are designed as a 20 hour stop and rest area. They are not to be utilised as long term camping sites.

Cost to stay is Free.

Toilets, picnic tables and bins are provided as well as barbecues.

The Rest Area is accessible to Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Big Rigs. Also tents are allowed.

Water is available at the Miles Information Centre as there is no potable water available at the Miles Rest Area.

We had good Telstra phone reception and stayed here overnight on 8th September, 2017 and for a lunch stop on 5th May 2021.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Miles is 336.6kms and the distance between Gatton and Miles is 244.7kms.

It takes approximately 4 hours to drive from Brisbane to Miles.

Phone: 13 74 68
Address:  Warrego & Leichhardt Highway, Miles
Website: 

Read more: Miles Rest Stop

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping Miles Rest Area

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Brisbane to Darawin Free Camping at Mitchell
Brisbane to Darawin Free Camping at Mitchell

3. Neil Turner Weir, Mitchell

The Neil Turner Weir has an extensive camping area right on the bank of the Maranoa River and alongside the weir wall.

There is plenty of space for all size vehicles.

Just 4kms from the heart of town, the Neil Turner Weir is an fabulous place to camp while you explore Mitchell.

Don’t miss a visit to the Great Artesian Spa while you are in Mitchell. The natural hot artesian pool water is 39 degrees but there is also a cold pool as well!

Cost to stay is free.

If you enjoy staying at the Neil Turner Weir, a donation would be appreciated to help maintain this great camping area. There is no maximum night limit.

Toilets, picnic benches, barbecues and a small playground is provided. There is also a boat ramp available.

Pets are allowed and you are permitted to have campfires.

There is no Dump Point at the Neil Turner Weir Campground however there is one at the Showgrounds just 5 minutes away.

We had good Telstra phone reception and our stay was 4th & 5th May 2021.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Mitchell is 565.6kms and the distance between Miles and Mitchell is 229kms.

Brisbane to Mitchell takes about 6 and a half hours to drive.

Phone: N/A
Address: River Street, Mitchell, Queensland
Website: N/A

Great Artesian Spa at Mitchell

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Tambo
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Tambo

4. Stubby Bend by Barcoo River, Tambo

Stubby Bend right on the banks of the Barcoo River in Tambo offers an awesome free camping spot.

Only fully self-contained vehicles are permitted as there are no amenities.

There is plenty to see and do in Tambo which is just a minutes and within walking distance to town.

Don’t miss a visit to the Tambo Teddies and check out the hilarious Ben’s Chicken Races at the Carrangarra Hotel Tambo where proceeds go to the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

Ben's Chicken Races in Tambo

Facilities are limited but there are picnic tables, seats and bins.

Take care of this natural environment and keep it clean, please do not throw any rubbish into the river.

Take the Coolibah Walk along the river bank from the Stubby Bend Camping Area and check out the historic Qantas Crash Site.

Cost to stay is Free but there is a 72 hour limit.

Generators are allowed at the Stubby Bend Camping Area and it is pet friendly. Care should be taken in wet weather as the river is subject to flooding.

Parking on the gravel area is strongly recommended during these times.

We had Telstra phone coverage during our stay on 7th May 2021.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Tambo is 864.2kms and the distance between Mitchell and Tambo is 298.6kms.

Driving from Brisbane to Tambo will take around 9 and a half hours.

Phone: 07 4621 6600
Address:  Dawson Development Road, Tambo, Queensland
Website:

Tambo Teddies
Tambo Teddies

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Lara Wetlands - Favourite Campground between Brisbane and Darwin
Lara Wetlands – One of our favourite Campgrounds between Brisbane and Darwin

5. Lara Wetlands, Patrick

Since experiencing the magnificent Lara Wetlands for the first time in 2017, we cannot miss staying at this awesome campground whenever we pass through this region.

It’s not Free but it is amazing and is worth staying.

Lara Wetlands is just 30kms south of Balcaldine and is part of the 15,000 acre working Lara Cattle Station.

There is plenty of space to camp right alongside the edge of the lake which provides an awesome setting at sunrise and sunset with the colours reflecting on the water.

The birdlife is amazing and a photographers dream!

Enjoy a swim in the natural hot thermal pool or the cold spring pool.

Kayaks and bicycles are complimentary during your stay so you can paddle around the shallow lake or cycle around it for a bit of fun!

All sites are unpowered and cost to stay is $25 per night for 2 people. Single Adults are $15 per night and Families (2A & up to 4 C) are $45.

Day Visitors are $10 per person and $40 per family.

No bookings are required and Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper trailers, Big Rigs and Tents are all welcome.

Lara Wetlands at sunrise

There are flushing toilets and hot showers, a Camp Kitchen, barbecues and playground. Also drinking water is available but not for hook-up.

A Dump Site or Funny Dunny as they call it is available. Pets are allowed but your dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.

Generators are permitted between 8 – 10am in the morning and 3 – 5pm in the afternoons.

Fire pits are readily available and firewood may be purchased from the office.

Mobile Phone reception is very limited, basically there is none.

Our stays to date include 3rd & 4th September 2017 and 8th & 9th May 2021.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance from Brisbane to Lara Wetlands in Patrick is 1042.0kms and the distance between Tambo and Lara Wetlands is 177.8kms.

Lara Wetlands is 11 1/2 hours drive from Brisbane and approximately 20-25 mins from Barcaldine.

Phone:  0457 661 243
Address: 39052 Landsborough Highway, Barcaldine, Queensland
Website:

Read more: Lara Wetlands

Lara Wetlands Hot Pool

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Barcaldine
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Barcaldine

6. Barcaldine East Rest Area, Barcaldine

Barcaldine has two free Rest Areas and on both occasions we have chosen to stay at the Barcadine East Rest Area.

It is located alongside the Capricorn Highway and only just over 3kms east of the heart of Barcaldine.

The other is the Barcaldine South Rest Area on the Landsborogh Highway as you head up to Barcaldine from Lara Wetlands but further out of town.

Barcaldine is famous for the Tree of Knowledge, the birth place of the Australian Labor Party and the Great Shearers Strike.

Tree of Knowledge under lights at night

Barcaldine East Rest Area is suitable for Motohomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers and Big Rigs. Tents are allowed also.

Please note this is also a Truck Rest Stop Area so make sure not to park in the truck bays.

There are toilets, sheltered picnic tables and bins provided. It is pet friendly and there is drinking water available.

A Dump Point is available at the Showgrounds just a few kilometres away.

Cost to stay is free but limited to a 24hr stay only.

We had good Telstra phone coverage during our stays – 2nd September 2017 and 10th May 2021.

Barcaldine is usually called Barcy by the locals.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Barcaldine is 1071.9kms and the distance between Lara Wetlands and Barcaldine is just 29.9kms.

It will take the most part of 12 hours to drive to Barcaldine from Brisbane.

Phone: N/A
Address: Capricorn Highway, Barcaldine, Queensland
Website: N/A

Read more: Barcaldine Travellers Rest Stop

Aramac
Kev butting heads on the Aramac/Lake Dunn Sculpture Trail hehe

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Apex Riverside Bush Camp Longreach

7. Apex Riverside Park on the Thomson River, Longreach

Longreach offers a very low cost camping area right on the Thomson River for just $5 per night.

At such a reasonable low cost per night we have included it in our Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping list as the cost is negligible.

Camping Fees can be paid at the Longreach Visitor Information Centre in Eagle Street. Alternatively, you can place the cash in the honesty box on site under the sign.

The Apex Riverside Park does not have any powered sites and has limited facilities providing just bins and toilets but no showers.

Potable water and a Dump Point are just a short drive into town at the Caravan Day Parking Area in Kite Street.

Thomson River at sunset

Although the camping area is a dirt surface and a little dusty, it is more than adequate to camp up for a number of nights while you explore the fabulous town of Longreach.

It is suitable for Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Tents and Big Rigs and when busy there is an overflow area across the road.

Cost to stay is $5 per night or $27 for the week and our stays to date are 29th August to 1st September 2017 and 11th May 2021.

It is pet friendly and you will find chickens, roosters and brolgas roaming freely throughout the campground.

We had good Telstra and Optus Phone coverage.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance from Brisbane to is 1178.8kms and the distance between Barcaldine and Longreach is 106.9kms.

Longreach is almost 13 hours drive from Brisbane.

Phone: 07 4658 4150
Address:  Landsborough Highway, Longreach, Queensland

Read more: Apex Riverside Park, Longreach

Qantas Founders Museum

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Winton
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at The Long Waterhole Winton

8. Long Waterhole, Winton

The Long Waterhole is a great free camping area just 2 kms out of town and a great base to explore all of the awesome attractions in Winton.

It is a man-made waterhole and was once home to the World Crayfish Derby.

Winton locals use the waterhole for swimming in the hot Summer months and we camped right alongside the water’s edge.

Even though it is a large area, it can get busy therefore if you are looking for a spot by the river, you are best to arrive early in the day.

There are no facilities at this camping area.

As there are no bins, you need to take all of your rubbish out with you. Rubbish should not to be burned, buried or dumped.

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Winton

Care should be taken in wet weather as the Long Waterhole Camping Area can be affected by rain and flood water.

You will need to evacuate the area in these types of conditions.

It is suitable for all types of RV vehicles and tent camping.

The Long Waterhole Campground is pet friendly with cows roaming freely and although we missed seeing them, emus roam the area as well.

Cost to stay is free and our stay was 12th May 2021. No maximum night stay applies.

Fires are permitted as long as there are no fire restrictions in place at the time. Please extinguish all fires water after use.

We had good Telstra phone coverage during our stay.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Winton is 1357.4kms and the distance between Longreach and Winton is 178.6kms.

It takes around 14 hours and 40 minutes to drive from Brisbane to Longreach in Queensland.

Phone: 07 4657 2668
Address:  Winton- Jundah Road, Winton, Queensland
Website:

Waltzing Matilda Centre Winton
Waltzing Matilda Centre at Winton

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Corella Dam
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Corella Dam

9. Corella Dam and Clem Walton Park

Corella Dam is located half way between Cloncurry and Mount Isa and is one of the most awesome free camping areas in Australia.

The lake was created with the construction of the Clem Walton Dam in 1959 to provide a water supply for nearly town and uranium mine at Mary Kathleen.

Camp right beside the lake at Corella Dam or behind the dam wall down by the Corella River.

On both occasions, we have camped beside the water’s edge with views of the lake and Corella Dam.

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Corella Dam
Corella River

There are no facilities when bush camping at Corella Dam therefore campers must be self-sufficient and take all rubbish with you when you leave.

At the adjacent Clem Walton Park Campground by the Corella River, there are toilets, picnic tables and bins for rubbish to be disposed of properly.

Both Corella Dam and Clem Walton Park are pet friendly. Pets must be controlled at all times and you must also pick up after them.

Cattle do roam freely in the Corella Dam and Clem Walton Park camping areas.

Cost to stay is free and our stays include 22nd – 25th July 2017 and 13th -14th May 2021.

We had no Telstra phone coverage and no Vodafone service. Basically there is one spot at Corella Dam you might get some basic coverage.

Generators are allowed at Corella Dam.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Corella Dam is 1761kms and the distance between Winton and Corella Dam is 403.6kms.

It takes approximately 19 hours to drive from Brisbane to Corella Dam.

It is about 35 minutes to Corella Dam from Cloncurry and 50 minutes from Mount Isa.

Phone: N/A
Address: Clem Walton Park Road, off the Barkly Highway west of Cloncurry, Queensland
Website: N/A

Read more: Corella Dam

Mary Kathleen

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Camooweal

10. Camooweal Billabong, Camooweal

Bush Camping is available right beside Lake Francis, a spectacular billabong on the Georgina River just south of the town of Camooweal.

The Camooweal Billabong has no facilities at the camping area so campers must be self-sufficient.

As there are no toilets or bins you must taken all of your rubbish with you.

To access this great camping area, head south down a gravel road a short distance from the Barkly Highway after crossing the Georgina River west of town if travelling from Camooweal.

It is accessible for Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers and Big Rigs and tent camping is allowed.

Cost to stay is Free. Pets are permitted and there is Telstra Phone reception available.

Camooweal is your last stop before the Northern Territory border just 10 minutes away.

Distance from Brisbane

Distance by road from Brisbane to Camooweal is 2015.3kms and the distance betwen Corella Dam and Camooweal is 254.3kms.

Phone:  N/A
Address: Gravel Road to the South between bridges off Barkly H’way west of Camooweal, Qld
Website: N/A

5 Essentials – Camping Accessories

A good Tent or Swag is the first decision for going camping. We like the Coleman Tent from Tentworld or the Wanderer 7 Man Tent from BCF. For a Swag, we were so close to buying the Kings Double Swag from 4WD Supacentre .

We like our BCF Wanderers Camping Chair which gets a lot of use as we travel Australia.

No more lugging around a huge BBQ and gas bottle now that we have a brilliant Gasmate Dual Burner Butane Cooktop from Tentworld

A good Portable Fridge Freezer we have found to keep the beers cold and steaks frozen are the Kings 70 L Fridge Freezer in the budget range, the Waeco 75L Dual Zone Fridge Freezer or the ever popular and long lasting Engel 75L Fridge Freezer.

A good quality Hand Held UHF is ideal and I like this Uniden UH750 5 watt UHF for long range and quality. The 5 watt range will give you maximum distance, especially if you need help!

NT Qld Border
Free Camping from Qld/NT Border to Darwin

Free Camping – Qld/NT Border to Darwin

There are quite a number of free camping spots after you cross the Queensland/Northern Territory Border along the Barkly Highway and up the Stuart Highway to Darwin.

11. Soudan Bore on the Barkly Highway, Ranken

Soudan Bore is a great free Highway Rest Area on the Barkly Highway at Ranken.

We liked it because we could set up camp back a little from the highway and had little problems with noise from the road.

The area was flat and easy to get level and there was heaps of space.

It makes a great stopover when you are looking to break up your journey when doing a lot of highway driving in the Northern Territory.

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Soudan Bore
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Soudan Bore

There are no toilets so you must have a fully self-contained vehicle. It is accessible to Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers and Big Rigs.

Bins are provided and there are BBQ plates that can be used over an open fire.

Cost to stay is Free and limited to 24hrs.

There is no phone coverage available but it is pet friendly.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Soudan Bore is 2146.3kms and the distance between Camooweal and Soudan Bore is 131kms.

Soudan Bore is 1,276 kms and approximately 13 hours drive to Darwin.

Phone: N/A
Address: Barkly Highway, Ranken, Northern Territory
Website: N/A

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Soudan Bore
Soudan Bore Sunet

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Newcastle Waters Rest Area
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Newcastle Waters Rest Area

12. Newcastle Waters on Stuart Highway, Pamayu

Newcastle Waters Rest Area right on the Stuart Highway is another great free Rest Stop that you can stay overnight to break up your highway journey in the Northern Territory.

There are toilets, picnic tables and bins provided. It is also pet friendly.

There are limited spaces so best to arrive as early in the day as possible although we did arrive mid afternoon and snared a spot.

The Newcastle Waters Rest Area is accessible to Motorhomes, Caravans and Camper Trailers.

Big Rigs are allowed but navigating and finding a spot might be challenging. Tents are also allowed but would be difficult to find a suitable space to setup.

Cost to stay is Free and limited to a 24 hour stay.

Our stays include 24 May 2017 and 16 May 2021.

We had Telstra Phone Coverage but no Vodafone or Optus service.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Newcastle Waters is 2616.3kms and the distance between Soudan Bore and Newcastle Waters is 470kms.

To Darwin, Newcastle Waters Rest Area is 737 kms and approx 7 hours and 45 minutes to drive.

Phone: N/A
Address: Stuart Highway, Pamayu, Northern Territory
Website: N/A

Read more: Newcastle Waters Free Camp

Daly Waters Pub
The iconic Daly Waters Pub

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Feeding the buffalo at Little Roper Stockcamp
Feeding the buffalo at Little Roper Stockcamp

13. Little Roper Stockcamp, Mataranka

One of our favourite campgrounds in Australia is the Little Roper Stockcamp at Mataranka.

The Little Roper Stockcamp is not only a great place to stay but also offers a enjoyable and entertaining experience as well.

There are farm animals including buffalo, pigs and chooks and it is great fun for kids of all ages to hand feed hay to the buffalo.

They also have pet snakes and lizards for you to hold.

There’s even a pet salt water crocodile! Petting the salty is not recommended nor is it allowed!!

Little Johnny Cakes are available for $1.50 and cooked up each morning at around 8am. They are delicious.

It is usually after Breakfast that Des will bring out the pet snakes and lizards.

The Community campfire is lit every evening. You can cook dinner in your own camp oven or one of the ones provided.

They also do special Camp Oven Dinner Nights.

Little Roper Stockcamp

Cost to stay is $35 for a powered site for 2 people and $30 for unpowered. Our stays include 25th – 27th May 2017 and 17th May 2021.

Little Roper Stockcamp is pet friendly and there is Telstra coverage but no Vodafone or Optus.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Mataranka is 3001.6kms and the distance between Newcastle Waters and Little Roper Stockcamp is 385.3kms.

From Little Roper Stockcamp it is 454 kms and a 5 hour drive to Darwin.

Phone: 0427 880 819
Address: 547 Homestead Road Mataranka NT
Website:

Read more about: Little Roper Stockcamp

Bitter Springs

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Gravel Stockpile site
Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at the Gravel Stockpile Site, Coomalie

14. Gravel Stockpile Site, Coomalie Creek

At Coolamlie Creek on the Stuart Highway is the Gravel Stockpile Site, a free campground which is close to the turn off to Litchfield National Park.

We wanted to pull up to a free camping area as close to Litchfield National Park so we could arrive early and secure a site at the busy Florence Falls Campground the next day.

This is a very basic gravelled camping area and has absolutely no facilities.

The Camping area is pet friendly and therefore dogs are permitted to stay here.

It is set back from the highway and is easily accessible by Motorhomes, Caravans, Camper Trailers and Big Rigs. Also it is suitable for tent camping.

Cost to stay is free. There is limited Telstra phone reception.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Coomalie is 3356,7kms and the distance between Little Roper Stockcamp and Gravel Stockpile Site is 355.1kms.

Coomalie Creek Rest Area is 116kms and a hour and a half drive to Darwin.

Phone: N/A
Address:  Stuart Highway, Coomalie Creek, Northern Territory
Website:  N/A

Florence Falls Campground LNP

15. Florence Falls Campground, Litchfield National Park

The Florence Falls Campground, located in the magnificent Litchfield National Park, is one of the best campgrounds in Australia and we think the best spot to stay in Litchfield.

It’s within walking distance to the spectacular Florence Falls which includes 135 steps to reach the plunge pool but if you are able, it is definitely worth it.

Camping is available all year round and camping fees are payable upon arrival.

Place the correct amount of cash in the payment box at the pay station and clearly display the carbonised copy on your vehicle and you’re done.

Update March 2022: An on-line booking system is now available through the NT Government website

Florence Falls Campground Pay Station

There are toilets and showers. Both a Dump Point and potable water is available nearby in Batchelor.

A fire pit with barbecue plate is available at each site.

Some sites at the 2WD Campground are very spacious and suitable for all sizes vehicles and tents.

Cost to stay per night is $6.60 Adults, $3.30 Children and $15 for Families.

Our stays include 25th-27th June 2017 and 19th – 20th May 2021.

Update March 2022:
$10 per Adult per night, $5.00 for Children 5 – 17 years and $25 for Families (2A & 4 C)

There is no Telstra coverage at the Campground. Sometimes network comes on but it’s so little you can’t use it and it doesn’t stay for very long.

Florence Falls Campground is in Litchfield National Park so pets are not permitted.

Generators are not allowed.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Florence Falls Campground is 3391.7kms and the distance between the Gravel Stockpile Site and Florence Falls is 35kms.

Florence Falls Campground is 169kms to Darwin and takes around 2 1/4 hours.

Phone: 08 3999 3973
Address:
Florence Falls Trail off Litchfield Park Rd, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory
Website:

Read more: Florence Falls Campground Litchfield National Park

Wangi Falls
Wangi Falls in Litchfield National Park

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Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Gunn Point

16. Gunn Point, near Darwin

There is a fabulous free camp about an hour out of Darwin where you can camp right on the open beachfront.

Fabulous views of the ocean with stunning over water sunsets are just a couple of reasons that make this a spectacular place to camp.

Fishing can be enjoyed off the beach or at the mouth of the creek although it is much better if you have a boat.

Catching crabs out from Gunn Point

There are no toilets so camping is only suitable for self-contained vehicles.

Access to the Gunn Point camping area is via a rough dirt track with a lot of mounds and ditches.

We were only able to navigate our way in with our Motorhome as we had the help from our friends.

In wet weather, access would be impossible for us.

Potable water is only available from in town at Palmerston or Coolalinga, approx. 35 minutes from Gunn Point and the only public Dump Point in Darwin is at the Greyhound Club at Winellie, about 50 mins away.

Pets are permitted as well as campfires.

Having a campfire with the Top End sun setting over the water, a smokey haze from back burning in the background, is outrageously stunning.

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Gunn Point
Firey Sunsets

Crocodiles, Sharks and Stingers including Box Jellyfish are in these waters so swimming is not advisable.

Cost to stay is free and we have enjoyed camping with our friends for a number of weeks.

We have had better Vodafone reception with 2-3 bars of 4G compared to only 1 bar of 4G with Telstra.

Telstra drops in and out whereas Vodafone has been consistently pretty good.

Distance from Brisbane and Darwin

Distance by road from Brisbane to Gunn Point is 3490.7kms and the distance between Florence Falls Campground and Gunn Point is 99kms.

From Palmerston it is about 45 mins to Gunn Point and approx. 1hr 10 mins from Darwin.

Phone: N/A
Address: Dirt Track Off Gunn Point Road, Gunn Point, Northern Territory
Website:

Read about: Darwin Camping at Gunn Point

Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping at Gunn Point

Distances by Road between each stop

Here is a rough guide to the distances by road from Brisbane to each of the campgrounds we stopped at as we travelled from Brisbane to Darwin free camping all of the way plus 3 favourite campgrounds you simply cannot miss!

Name of Place Name of Free Camp/Campground Kms from BrisbaneKms from Prev. Stop
GattonWilliam Kemp Park91.9kms91.9kms
MilesMoraby Park336.6kms244.7kms
MitchellNeil Turner Weir565.6kms229kms
Tambo Stubby Bend by Barcoo864.2kms298.6kms
PatrickLara Wetlands1042kms177.8kms
BarcaldineBarcaldine East Rest Area1071.9kms29.9kms
LongreachApex Riverside Bush Camp1178.8kms106.9kms
WintonThe Long Waterhole1357.4kms178.6kms
Corella DamCorella Dam/Clem Walton Pk 1761kms403.6kms
CamoowealCamooweal Billabong2015.3kms254.3kms
RankinSoudan Bore 2146.3kms131kms
PamayuNewcastle Waters Rest Area2616.3kms470kms
MatarankaLittle Roper Stockcamp3001.6kms385.3kms
Coomalie CreekGravel Stockpile Site3356.7kms355.1kms
Litchfield National Park Florence Falls Campground3391.7kms35kms
DarwinGunn Point3.490.7kms99kms

Other great places to stay along the way

Here are some other free camping areas, campgrounds and caravan parks that are also great to stay at when travelling from Brisbane to Darwin.

Pin – Brisbane to Darwin Free Camping

Saving money on accommodation allows us to spend this money on tours, attractions and other general travel expenses.

Our goal to travel from Brisbane to Darwin free camping all of the way has been successful!

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Safe travels   

Kev & Adele
Indefinite Leave

We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

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Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/2yQwPed  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/2XlOZ0I – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttps://ebay.to/2TWt0vA  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.to/38wMc7V  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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Dalmeny Campground, Dalmeny NSW

Dalmeny

The Dalmeny Campground is perfectly located overlooking spectacular Dalmeny Beach.

This is a very popular camping spot for Caravans, Motorhomes, Campervans and Tents.

With it’s spectacular ocean views, fantastic surfing opportunities and excellent fishing along the beach it’s a perfect place to relax and unwind.

If you’re looking for the ideal Narooma camping location, the Dalmeny Campground is your escape from chaos.

About Dalmeny

Dalmeny is just 5 mins drive from the beautiful nearby town of Narooma on the south NSW coast and is 340 kms south of Sydney.

It is known for it’s many stunning beaches which provide excellent swimming, fishing and surfing opportunities.

With a population of around 2000 people Dalmeny is a peaceful laid back community which thrives during the summer tourism season when travellers and holiday makers visit Dalmeny, Narooma and nearby winery regions such as Tilba Tilba.

Brou Beach, which is commonly called Dalmeny Beach, is located in the Eurobodalla National Park where there are lots of fantastic walks and you can visit Brou Lake which is the perfect spot to swim, kayak and throw in a line.

This is one of our favourite regions within the NSW south coast.

Dalmeny Campground Location

The Dalmeny Camping area is some amazing real estate given the panoramic outlook from the position of each Caravan and Motorhome.

The campground is located on a hilltop of sloping grounds so most sites are not level but they do provide spectacular views.

Remember to bring your levelling chocks and enjoy some of the most exquisite views you’ll ever have whilst camping here at Dalmeny Campground.

Don’t forget your camera and binoculars to witness the amazing Humpback Whale season as they make their way north and back again, playing and breaching along the Eastern coastline.

Dalmeny Campground
Dalmeny Campground

Dalmeny Campground Amenities

There is a large amenities block located here which includes toilets, hot showers and a laundry which are all modern and clean.

A dump point is also available onsite just near the amenities block. Bins are also located at the campground.

A children’s playground is located in the park next to the Campground.

An IGA for all your groceries and a fuel station are located directly across the road.

There’s also a great Fish and Chips shop which is popular with other campers.

An aerial view of Dalmeny
Dalmeny Beach
Dalmeny Beach

Fire pits are available for hire along with firewood, just see the caretakers who will look after you.

The beach is excellent for swimming although not all beaches have lifesavers and can be subject to rips and dangerous surf conditions.

Surfing the beaches surrounding Dalmeny is very popular with plenty of great wave action.

There’s lots of good fishing along the beach in the gutters and we saw a few fish being caught during our stay.

You may even spot the resident Emu’s that often wander along the beach.

We had good Telstra coverage and I also had 1 bar of Vodafone network during our stay at Dalmeny Campground.

Are pets allowed at Dalmeny Campground?

The Dalmeny Campground is pet friendly and therefore dogs are allowed.

Read more: Travelling Australia with our dog MACKS

Dalmeny Campground
Drone view of Dalmeny
Dalmeny Campground

Cost to stay at Dalmeny Campground

Cost to stay is $33 per night for 2 adults for powered site. Children 5-16yo are $6 each per night.
* Updated 27/12/2022 Prices vary throughout the year depending on season. Off peak is $31, Shoulder season is $37 and Peak season is $56 a night for a powered site.

Unpowered sites are available and are $26 a night for off peak, $34 a night during the Shoulder season and $45 a night in peak times.

Check the Dalmeny Campground website for more details.

Also look for Stay 7 nights and pay for only 6 deal or any other offers they may have throughout the year.

Our stay was 22nd February and 28th February to 6th March 2019.

For video reviews on hundreds of other Caravan Parks, Campgrounds and Free Camps around oz, simply click on the Where to Stay Button above or here to search by category. Alternatively you can click on the Destinations Button above or here to search by State.

Check out these other great places to stay near Dalmeny NSW:

Pretty Beach Campground

Congo Campground

Ulladulla Headland Holiday Park

Nearby Narooma
Narooma NSW

Contact Details for Dalmeny Campground and Caravan Park:

Phone: 0428 635 641
Address: 1 Noble Parade, Dalmeny NSW
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Emus on Dalmeny Beach
Emus on Dalmeny Beach

How to get to Dalmeny Campground:

From the Princes Highway turn in to Mort Avenue at Dalmeny to Dalmeny Beach until you come to the Dalmeny Campground on your left.

The entrance is on the ocean side, it is a one way road in and out of the campground.

5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories

  1. To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
  2. Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
  3. A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
  4. You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
  5. A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it

Things to see and do in and around Dalmeny Campground

1. Dalmeny and Narooma Beaches

Dalmeny and Narooma are a stunning beachside location and there is so much to see and do.

You will also be able to see the resident Dalmeny Emus regularly wandering along the beach!

Josh’s Beach is nearby and is another popular place for swimming and fishing.

Yabbara Beach is a bigger beach and more preferred for beach walks and is similar to Duesburys Beach next to it.

Kianga Beach is popular for surfing and fishing and there are BBQ’s and picnic area overlooking the beach making it a favourite Sunday lunch position for locals and visitors.

2. Kianga Point

Take a drive out to Kianga Point off Dalmeny Road and enjoy a picnic lunch with spectacular views.

The circular drive around Kianga Point provides stunning sweeping views along the beaches and across to the islands offshore.

Kianga Point
Kianga Point

3. Australia Rock

See Australia Rock, a rock formation in the shape of the map of Australia. It is located at Wagonga Head and you can drive there along Bar Rock Rd.

Be sure to check out Australia Rock, it’s one of the most popular attractions close to Dalmeny Campground.

4. See the Seals

While at Australia Rock, take the walk along the Bar rock wall and see the Seals as they laze about and swim in the waters of the entrance to Wagonga Inlet.

Here you can witness the Australian and NZ fur seals in their own habitat, sunbaking and playing in the waters and catching some lunch throughout the day.

Australia Rock is one of the popular attractions close to Dalmeny
Australia Rock Narooma

5. Feeding Stingrays

Watch the stingrays being fed at the Apex Park Boat Ramp.

When the charter boats come in from their day out fishing the Stingrays school around the boat ramp in hope of a free feed.

Sometimes if you are lucky the fishermen help you to feed the Stingrays.

We were fortunate and one of the guys brought over a fish frame and showed Adele how to attract a Big Stingray to take the fish from her hand.

He also helped key the pelicans at bay who were also keen on an easy feed.

Feeding Stingrays at nearby Narooma
Feeding Stingrays Narooma

6. Montague Island Tour

We highly recommend the Tour to Montague Island called Montague Island Tours with Wazza.

The tour leaves from Narooma and takes you for some amazing snorkelling with the Seals before a tour around the lighthouse and keepers cottage.

It was a great day out, swimming with seals and enjoying tour of Montague island.

Seals at Montague Island is one of the other more popular attractions close to Dalmeny Campground
Seals at Montague Island

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Photography and Socials

Our camera equipment we use for all of our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO – This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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Is Bundaberg worth visiting?

There are so many great things to see and do in and around Bundaberg but, is Bundaberg worth visiting?

Bundaberg doesn’t just evolve around Bundaberg Rum and Bundaberg Ginger Beer, it is also the landmark of the southern most part of the Great Barrier Reef and is notable for its sugar industry.

It is also famous for its close locality to Mon Repos.

Mon Repos has the largest concentration of marine nesting turtles on the eastern mainland of Australia,

Plus, it’s fast becoming the ‘Drinks Capital of Australia’ with the introduction of a microbrewery, cider house and gin distillery in recent years.

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About Bundaberg

Bundaberg is a fast growing city in Queensland located just 365 kms north of the capital city of Brisbane.

From Brisbane to Bundaberg it is approximately a 4 hour drive.

The region is diverse in Sugar Cane with cane farms a very popular local industry.

The population of Bundaberg is 98,820 residents which continues to grow each year.

This thriving city is a near coastal town, just a short 15 minute drive to the local beaches.

The weather in Bundaberg is typically hot and humid during summer and temperate in winter.

Bundaberg is worth visiting for its Drink Places

Bundaberg Rum Factory

The Bundaberg Rum Factory is one of the main reasons why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for a lot of people.

If you are a keen Bundaberg Rum Drinker, or even if you are not a non-rum drinker, you will enjoy doing a tour of the Bundaberg Rum Factory.

Tours of Australia’s most famous rum distillery, which was established in 1888, run Monday to Friday from 10am – 3pm and from 10am – 2pm on Weekends and Public Holidays.

The tour goes for approx 1 hour.

Bundaberg Rum Tour

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Bundaberg Rum Distillery Museum

It is recommended you arrive 30-45 minutes prior to the commencement of your tour. This enables you have time to check out the museum beforehand.

Both the museum and the tour are really interesting.

Kev thought he would score Adele’s 2 free tastings at the end of each of our tours and both times he dipped out!

Adele is definitely not a rum drinker but she discovered she likes the Bundy Tropics especially the Mango & Passionfruit which she sampled on our first visit in 2016 and now the Banana & Toffee Royal Liqueur on our most recent visit.

You can always just drop into the Retail Store and purchase a drink from the bar and make any purchases from the extensive range of Bundaberg Rum, Liqueurs and merchandise.

Bundy Rum Factoery is one of the reasons why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Kev feeling very much at home at the #homeofbundy
The Bundaberg Barrel
The Bundaberg Barrell is another reason why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting

Bundaberg Barrel

Take a tour of The Bundaberg Barrel. It is one of Bundaberg’s drink places not to be missed.

It’s perfect for all ages and is interesting and educational. It is a self-guided hands-on tour with lots of interactive displays.

Learn all about the history of the classic Bundaberg Brewed Drinks which date back for generations to 1960.

At the end of the tour, you are offered tastings of their entire range. 19 delicious flavoured soft drinks, including the famous Bundaberg Ginger Beer!

They have a huge selection of the Bundaberg Brewed Drinks and selected merchandise available for purchase and you also have the option to create customised labels.

Bundaberg Brewed Drinks
Taste testing 19 delicious flavours of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks
Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Kev chatting to owners Zoe & Josh of Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery while enjoying a tasting paddle

Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery

We love popping into Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery!

Josh & Zoe, the founders and owners of Ohana Cider House & Winery are very welcoming and we always enjoy a chat over the bar.

Be sure to get a tasting paddle along with one of their cheese and bikkies platters.

We can highly recommend their tropical wine, fortified wines and ciders.

Adele loves the Mango Moscato and Kev liked the fortified wines so much, he bought two of each to take with us after polishing off a tasting paddle all on his own!

The Ohana Cheeky Tiki Ciders are widely available at different outlets throughout Queensland and at every Queensland Dan Murphy’s store.

Plus, they will soon be launching into New South Wales.

Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery
We couldn’t walk away from Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery without buying a bottle of Mango Moscato for Adele and 2 bottles of each of the Fortified for Kev
Kalki Moon Distilling & Brewing

Kalki Moon Distilling & Brewing

Founded in 2017, the Kalki Moon is one of the most recent additions to Bundaberg which is fast becoming the ‘Drinks Capital of Australia’.

This family owned and operated distillery is the first ever gin distillery in Bundaberg.

Not only do they offer gin which comes from the cane fields of Bundaberg, they also produce vodka, liqueurs and soon they will be launching their own rum creation.

Kalki Moon’s Gift Shop and Cellar Door are open 7 days a week.

Check with their experienced staff regarding distillery tours and tastings.

Chatting with the staff at the Kalki Moon
At the bar with the staff of the Kalki Moon Distilling & Brewing Company

Bargara Brewing Company & The Brewhouse

Although the Bargara Brewing Company was founded in Bargara it is actually located at The Brewhouse in central Bundaberg.

The Brewhouse is where all of the brewing of the Bargara Brewing Company’s beer takes place.

Inside this micro-brewery is a busy restaurant, bottle shop and a retail outlet.

There’s 8 different taps of freshly brewed beers. They also have an on-line shop.

Update 2021: The Ballistic Beer Co has purchased Bargara Brewing therefore the Bargara brewery in Bundaberg is now one of the 5 Ballistic Beer Co breweries.

The range of beers is even bigger than before.

Mon Repos Turtle Centre is one of the main reason s why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting

Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for its awesome Attractions

Mon Repos Turtle Centre

The Mon Repos Turtle Centre is definitely worth visiting. 

As well as being one of Bundaberg’s most awesome attractions, it is the best place to learn about turtles.

The Turtle Centre is open from 9am – 12pm – 7 days per week with the exception of Christmas Day (25 December) and Anzac Day (25 April).

During turtle season, it is also open 7 days per week from 7pm until 12am.

Turtle Season

Turtle season at Mon Repos is from November through to March. The best viewing times for the nesting turtles are from November through to January.

For the turtle hatchlings the months from January to March are best.

You can experience either the turtles laying or witness the hatchlings digging their way free and scampering down the beach to the water.

Witnessing the hatchlings at Mon Repos
Turtle hatchlings following the light of the human runway as they clamber to the water

Entry is free into the Hatchling Hall and Gift Shop.

Tickets must be purchased online for any one of the three daytime sessions of Turtle Tales.

Sessions are at 9am, 10am and 11am and go for 45 minutes.

Nightly Turtle Encounter ticketholders are entitled to free access into Hatchling Hall, Gift Shop and Turtles Tales on the night while they are waiting for the turtle event.

The Turtle Discovery Centre is very interesting and educational.

Learn all about the different types of turtles, their migration paths, what they eat and so much more.

Turtle Facts

Here are just a few ‘turtley awesome’ facts:

  • Turtles come ashore several times to lay hundreds of eggs in a nesting season.
  • They come back to the same location to lay their eggs but not necessarily each year.
  • After epic migrations at sea, turtles return to the exact spot where they were born to mate and lay their own eggs.
  • Only around 1 in every 1,000 hatchlings survives to adulthood
  • The sex of the turtle is determined by the temperature of the nest
Adele and Turtle at Mon Repos - Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Turtle Encounter Tours

A Turtle Encounter Tour is one of the reasons why it is definitely worth visiting Bundaberg.

It’s one of the most awesome attractions that the Bundaberg region has to offer.

It is absolutely an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience and one we can personally highly recommend!

Touching a Turtle Hatchling on the Turtle Encounter Tour
Adele Getting up close and personal with a turtle hatchling

The most fabulous experience for us was witnessing the baby hatchlings up close.

We were also very fortunate to be all chosen to be part of a human runway as the hatchlings scampered over the sand following the light between our our legs and at times over our feet to reach the water.

Although, we are yet to see a turtle laying her eggs, we have seen turtle tracks on the beach at Mon Repos made the previous night by laying turtles.

Nesting turtle tracks on the beach at Mon Repos
The tracks made by a nesting turtle on the beach at Mon Repos

Note – Bookings for the Turtle Encounter Tours are essential! Tours are hugely popular and often very booked out.

So be sure to book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Bookings can be made through the Bundaberg Visitor Information Centre

Beautiful farmyard surrounds at Tinaberries

Tinaberries

Tinaberries is a strawberry farm located in Woongarra and is just under 15kms from the heart of Bundaberg.

They warmly welcome guests to their farm to enjoy icecream and strawberries.

OMG, the ice cream at Tinaberries is devine! It was only on our 4th visit to Bundaberg that we discovered Tinaberrries.

We are so pleased we have found this delicious ice cream!

It has just skyrocketed to the top of the charts as one of our favourite ice creams that we have had in nearly 5 years travelling around Australia.

Meeting the owners of Tinaberries
We met Bruce and Tina the owners of Tinaberries

Flavours vary on the day depending on the fruits in season.

Strawberry and Passion Fruit were the flavours of the day of our visit. We bought one of each so we could sample both.

Others flavours include – Dragon Fruit and Lime, Mango and Passion Fruit, Strawberry and Mint, Passion Fruit and Ginger and Blueberries just to name a few.

Tinaberries is another reason why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
OMG – the ice creams at Tinaberries are awesome!!

Lady Musgrave Island

Although we did our day trip to Lady Musgrave Island from 1770, you can also make your way out to the Southern Great Barrier Reef from Bundaberg.

Lady Musgrave Island is the second most southern island in the Great Barrier Reef and is great spot for snorkelling around acres of coral.

Have a walk onto the island and learn it’s history or go for a look on their glass bottom boat over the coral and see the underwater sights from the boat.

Lady Musgrave Island is one of the reasons why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Our day trip to Lady Musgrave Island
Hinkler Hall of Aviation is one of Bundaberg's attractions definitely worth visiting

Hinkler Hall of Aviation Museum

The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is definitely worth visiting even if you are not an aviation enthusiast. It is a must visit for all ages.

Located in the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens, this amazing museum celebrates Australias’s pioneer Aviator Bert Hinkler.

Everyone will enjoy the interactive displays and unique exhibits while learning the history of flight in Australia and the incredible life of Bert Hinkler.

One of the attractions why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Bert Hinkler’sAvro Baby’s first flight was in April 1919

The flight simulator is great fun and you can recreate Bert’s first flight hovering over Mon Repos.

The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is open 7 days Monday to Sunday from 9am – 3pm. 

Don’t miss seeing the Bert Hinkler House, a recreated from his home in England by the Museum here in Bundaberg.

Hinkler's House
Bert Hinkler House

Bundaberg Botanical Gardens

The Bundaberg Botanical Gardens in North Bundaberg has over 10,000 trees and shrubs within its 27 hectares as well as a wedding chapel.

There are magnificent lakes that attract up to 114 different species of birds, shaded picnic areas and a nature themed playground.

The Bundaberg Botanical Gardens - why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting

The best way to explore these fabulous botanical gardens is to take a ride on the steam train.

Australian Sugar Cane Railway conducts train rides every Sunday.

They also operate Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays during school holidays and on most public holidays.

Contact the Australian Sugar Cane Railway for ticket prices and further information.

Bundaberg Botanical Gardens is also home to the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, The Fairymead House Sugar Museum, Cafe 1928, the Australian Sugar Cane Railway Museum  and the Bundaberg and District Historical Museum.

Bundaberg and District Historical Museum
Bundaberg & District Historical Museum

Fairymead House Sugar Museum

The Fairymead House, built in 1890, was originally the Manager’s residence at the nearby Fairymead Sugar Plantation.

In 1988, Bundaberg Sugar Ltd who were the owners of the Fairymead Sugar Plantation, gave it to the city of Bundaberg as a Bi-Centenial gift.

It was carefully transported in six pieces and relocated to its new site in the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens.

This grand old plantation house which is heritage-listed, has been restored and repurposed as a museum dedicated to the history of the sugar industry of Bundaberg and its pioneering families.

Opening hours are from 10.30am to 12pm Mondays to Fridays.

The Fairymead House - One of the attractions why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
The Fairymead House
The Hummock

The Hummock Lookout

The remnants of a low-lying volanco is what is commonly known by Bundaberg locals as ‘The Hummock”.

Although it is only 96 metres above sea-level, the Hummock is a great spot to take in the views over the whole of Bundaberg.

To the east, the ocean is visible. Sugar cane fields can be viewed to the west.

View of the Hummock from the cane fields
View of The Hummock from the cane fields

5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories

  1. To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
  2. Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
  3. A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
  4. You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
  5. A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it

Nearby Beaches are another reason Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting

It is definitely worth visiting Bundaberg for the number of great beaches nearby.

Being in close proximity from the city centre to the beach is awesome as you only have to drive 15 minutes from Bundaberg and you are at the beach!

Bargara Beach is one of the beaches and why Bundaberg is worth visiting
Bargara Beach

Bargara Beach

The Bargara Beach is the closest of the beaches to Bundaberg. Bargara offers an ideal beachside lifestyle with oceanfront dining.

The kids will love playing on the beachfront playground which is in the shape of a turtle.

Bargara Esplanade
Bargara Esplanade
Can you swim at Bargara Beach?

During normal conditions, both Bargara Beach and Kellys Beach are considered to be relatively safe for swimming but it is safest and best to swim within the flags in the two patrolled areas.

Bargara & Kellys Beach are popular spots for local surfers as well.

How far is it from Bundaberg to Bargara?

By road it is just over 13kms from Bundaberg to Bargara.

Why Bundaberg is worth visiting for the nearby beaches
The Beach at Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads is one of the best beaches near Bundaberg.

It’s actually our favourite beach in Bundaberg.

It offers both a surf beach and calmer waters at the mouth of the Elliott River where the river meets the sea.

With Elliott Heads right on the door step of Bundaberg, it is a great place to visit for the day for a swim or a picnic or to stay for a number of days while you explore all the best things to do in and around Bundaberg.

A drone view of Elliott Heads
Can you swim at Elliott Heads?

Both the beach and the river are great for swimming.

The surf beach at Elliott Heads is patrolled from September to May but is considered relatively safe other times of the year.

You just need to be cautious of the current in the river.

It is also a very popular spot for kite surfers and jet skiers.

Elliott Heads where the river meets the ocean
How far is Elliott Heads from Bundaberg?

As it’s only 20mins out of Bundaberg, Elliott Heads has the best of both worlds.

Not only is it a great spot to stay right on the beach, you are so close to town as well.

Dr Mays Island

Just across the mouth of Elliott Head River is Dr Mays Island. From 1 September to 30 April each year, it is closed to the public.

Very rare birds visit this area for breeding and other birds rest and feed there after flying thousands of kilometres from places as far away as Siberia and the Arctic Circle.

Dr Mays Island

Burnett Heads

Burnett Heads is where river meets the sea and it is home to the Port of Bundaberg.

It is also easily identified by two historic lighthouses.

The original lighthouse was built back in 1873 and now stands next to the Burnett Head Lighthouse Holiday Park.

In 1971, the old wooden lighthouse was replaced with the new octagonal concrete structure.

Burnett Heads original Lighthouse
The original wooden Burnett Heads Lighthouse
New octagonal lighthouse at Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads new octagonal concrete lighthouse

Burnett Heads is also very close to the Mon Repos Conservation Park.

Can you swim at Burnett Heads?

Oaks Beach, a 200metre long beach and South Head just 100metres of sand and rocks are the two beach areas just south of Burnett Heads with only 500metres between the two.

These two beaches are not patrolled by Life Savers.

Conditions in these areas are often choppy and prone to rips especially when the surf is up.

Therefore people are advised to swim at patrolled beaches.

Burnett Heads
How far is Burnett Heads from Bundaberg?

The distance by road from Burnett Heads to Bundaberg is 16.2kms.

One of the reasons why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting - Woodgate Beach is nearby
Loads of shells washed up on Woodgate Beach

Woodgate Beach

Woodgate Beach is a long white sandy beach approximately 45 mins out from Bundy.

The southern 6 to 7 kilometres of the beach which is part of the Burrum Coast National Park provides 4WD access for beach driving.

Locals warn the sand is muddy and much softer near the Isis river mouth and is a common area for vehicles to become bogged.

Burnett Heads north of the boat ramp
Woodgate Beach north from the boat ramp
Do you need a permit to drive on Woodgate Beach?

You do not require a permit to drive on Woodgate Beach.

There are two access points onto Woodgate Beach.

One south of the Woodgate township and the northern entry off Walkers Point Road takes you down a broken, wooden board track where you need to take care if towing a trailer.

How far is Woodgate Beach from Bundaberg?

Woodgate Beach is just over 57kms from Bundaberg.

We drove out from Bundaberg and enjoyed lunch overlooking the beach and the boat ramp and continued south through Childers stopping at Mammino Gourmet Ice cream, for one of our favourite ice creams in all of OZ.

Memminos Gourmet Ice cream is at nerby Childers and why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting

Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for RV Travellers

RV Travellers will definitely find Bundaberg worth visiting as it offers a Free Camping area.

Bundaberg has also repurposed the old Showgrounds into a low cost RV Park managed by CMCA.

Hinkler Lions Park

The Hinkler Lions Park in Bundaberg, aptly named after the aviation icon Bert Hinkler, is a great place to stay for free as it is only a few minutes from the main city centre.

Hinkler Lions Park is one reason why Bundaberg is worth visiting for travellers
Hinkler Lions Park Free Camp

There’s plenty of space and easy parking for self-contained vehicles.

For caravans the suggestion is to go anti clockwise to make it easier to reverse park. It even took us a few turns in our Motorhome.

There are toilets, a drinking water tap, a dump point, bins and even a kids playground.

We did find it a little bit noisy with the airport across the road and with it being on one of the main roads into Bundaberg.

How long can you stay at the Hinkler Lions Park in Bundaberg?

It is a 24 hour stay at the Hinkler Lions Park. 

Are Pets allowed at the Hinkler Lions Park?

Hinkler Lions Park is pet friendly.

Read all about our stay at: Hinkler Lions Park

Hinkler Lions Park
Hinkler Lions Park Free Camp

Bundaberg CMCA RV Park

The Bundaberg CMCA RV Park is a great spot to stay.

Its central location is why it is definitely worth staying here enabling easy access for exploring Bundaberg.

For CMCA Members it’s just $3 per person per night and $15 per vehicle per night for non-members.

It is located at the old Showgrounds behind the Bundaberg Multiplex Sports & Convention Centre.

CMCA RV Park at Bundaberg
How long can you stay at the Bundaberg CMCA RV Park?

Maximum Stay is 5 nights in any 21day period.

All vehicles must be self-contained as there are no toilets and no showers. You must also contain your grey water.

Sites are all unpowered but drinking water and a dump point is available.

Are Pets Allowed at the Bundaberg CMCA RV Park?

Yes, it is pet friendly.

There’s heaps of space and it is quiet.

Best of all, it is very central and is handy to most places in Bundaberg.

Read about our stay at the: Bundaberg CMCA RV Park

Bundaberg CMCA RV Park campsite
Bundaberg CMCA RV Park

Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for the beachside Caravan Parks

BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara

On our first visit to Bundaberg we stayed at the Bargara Beach Caravan Park now known as the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara.

Bargara Beach is just a 15minute drive into town which is why its definitely worth visiting Bundaberg.

We enjoyed the best of both worlds being close to town and we were also able to enjoy camping by the beach.

It was an easy drive into Bundaberg to hit up all of the popular tourist attractions including the famous Bundaberg Rum Factory and The Barrel.

Beach directly opposite Bargara Caravan Park
The Beach directly opposite the BIG$ Breeze – Bargara Caravan Park

This Bargara Caravan Park is ideally located right across from the beach and the Bundaberg Surf Life Savers Club making it perfect for a swim after a hot day exploring Bundaberg.

The Park is suitable for all sized caravans and RVs, allows tent camping and 1 and 2 bedroom cabins are also available.

Powered and non-powered sites are available. You can choose from grassed or concrete slab sites as well as sun or shaded sites.

Are Pets Allowed at the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks -Bargara Caravan Park?

Yes, the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara Caravan Park is dog friendly however it is seasonal so best to check regarding dog access prior to arrival.

Read more on this: Bargara Caravan Park

Beach at Bargara Esplanade
Bargara Beach near the Esplanade
Drone view of Elliott Hds Holiday Park
A drone view of the Elliott Heads Holiday Park

Elliott Heads Holiday Park

The Elliott Heads Holiday Park was the perfect location to stay when we were visiting Bundaberg the second time around.

Located right on the doorstep of Bundaberg’s most beautiful local beach and just 20 minutes from town, makes it an ideal base to explore Bundaberg as well as a great spot to just relax and unwind by the beach.

The Amenities are in great condition and the park has all the expected features -Water, Power and a Dump Point.

The sites are all powered and are a good size with a choice of slab or grassed sites.

Just across the road from the Elliott Heads Holiday Park is a great café and a sheltered picnic area.

Elliott Heads Holiday Park - Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visitng
Our site at the Elliott Heads Holiday Park
Are Pets Allowed at the Elliott Heads Tourist Park?

The Elliott Heads Tourist Park do not allow dogs.

It was not possible for us to stay at the Elliott Heads Tourist Park on our first visit to Bundaberg as we were travelling with our dog MACKS.

Read about our stay at: Elliott Heads Holiday Park

Elliott Heads is one reason why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Beautiful Elliott Heads

Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park

On another of our visits to Bundaberg, we stayed at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park in Bundaberg.

The park is very handy to Mon Repos to see the turtle hatching and is only 15 minutes from the centre of town.

Sites are a good size, it’s close to the ocean and like all of the other Caravan Parks around Bundaberg, there is no pool.

Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting  - Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park located right on the water’s edge

Although the amenities and facilities at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park at the time of our stay were tired, they are clean.

The camp kitchen is good with BBQ’s, Microwave, frying pan and other features ideal for cooking.

A tennis court is available onsite also.

Are Pets Allowed at the Burnett Heads Holiday Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed as it is pet friendly.

Read about our stay at: Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park

Our site at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park
Our site at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park

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We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

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Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/2yQwPed  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/2XlOZ0I – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.to/38wMc7V  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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Kalbarri Caravan Parks, WA

Kalbarri Caravan Parks feature

When looking for a Caravan Park in Kalbarri WA, there are four Caravan Parks as well as a Farm Stay and a Station Stay to choose from in and around Kalbarri.

Kalbarri Caravan Parks offer views of the Murchison River and Indian Ocean and are all in close proximity to the stunning Kalbarri National Park.

These four Caravan Parks are located within the Kalbarri township or within a short distance of town.

Kalbarri is a popular spot for holiday makers, caravanners, campers and motorhomers all year round.

Kalbarri Waterfront

About Kalbarri

Kalbarri is nestled alongside the beautiful Murchison River and the stunning Kalbarri National Park is right on its doorstep.

This coastal town offers safe swimming beaches, great surfing, reefs and red rugged cliffs meeting up with the Indian Ocean.

The most iconic attraction in Kalbarri National Park is Nature’s Window and now with the amazing addition of the Kalbarri Skywalk which makes visiting Kalbarri a great adventure.

Kalbarri National Park
Stunning Kalbarri National Park

Kalbarri has a population of 1,336 but swells in numbers during peak tourist season from June to August.

Warm off-shore currents also make Kalbarri excellent for fishing all year round.

Kalbarri Caravan Park Accommodation Options

The Caravan Parks in Kalbarri offer an extensive range of accommodation options.

You can opt for Powered & Unpowered Caravan & Camping sites, Ensuite Sites, Cabins, Villas, Self-contained Units, Motel Units or 2 and 3 Bedroom Holiday Houses.

Kalbarri Boat Hire just 1.5kms from Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village - 1 of 4 Kalbarri Caravan Parks
Kalbarri Boat Hire just 1.5kms from Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village

Four Kalbarri Caravan Parks to choose from

1. Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village

The Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village is nestled on the banks of Murchison River in the centre of town.

Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a BBQ Area.

Throughout the park there are 3 Amenities Blocks with toilets and showers and a Laundry facilities attached to each amenities block.

Cost to stay:
Riverfront Powered Site – $47 for 2 Adults per night/$43 for a Single per night
Standard Powered Site – $42 for 2 Adults per night/$38 for a Single per night
Unpowered Site – $38 for 2 Adults per night/$30 for a Single per night
Cabins – $80 for 1 – 2 People per night Off-Peak/$90 for 1 – 2 People per night Peak
Park Home – $90 per night Off-Peak/$100 per night Peak

Pool:
Yes

Kids playground:
No

Kalbarri Anchorage Caravan Park nestled on the banks of the Murchison River
Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village is nestled on the banks of the Murchison River

Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays. Pets are not permitted in Cabins or in the Park Home.

Dump Point:
Yes

WiFi Available:
Yes

Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with all networks

Contact Details – Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village:

Phone: 08 9937 1181
Address: 168 Grey Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website

Rugged Red Bluff meets the Indian Ocean
Rugged Red Bluff meets the Indian Ocean

2. Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park

The Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park is the newest of the Kalbarri Caravan Parks.

This Kalbarri Caravan Park opened in September 2019 and is modern, clean and still feels new.

Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a Barbecue Area. 

Drinking Water and Laundry facilities are available along with a Water Filling Station enabling you to fill your caravan or motorhome.

Cost to stay:
Ensuite Powered Site – From $50 per night
Holiday Units – From $160 per night
Beach House – From $250 per night

Pool:
Yes

Kids playground:
Yes

Red Bluff Beach just minutes from Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park
Red Bluff Beach just minutes from Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park

Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome.

Please mention you are travelling with your pet at the time of your booking. See their Pet Terms & Conditions here.

Dump Point:
Yes

WiFi Available:
Yes – Free Wifi Hot Spot is available

Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with Telstra and other networks

Contact Details – Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park:

Phone: 08 9918 7100
Address: Red Bluff Beach Road, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website

Kalbarri Caravan Parks - Murchison Caravan Park entry
Photo Credit: Murchison Caravan Park

3. Murchison Caravan Park

The Murchison Caravan Park is located on the waterfront right in the heart of Kalbarri.

You will enjoy sweeping views of the Murchison River and beyond to the Indian Ocean.

Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and free gas BBQs.

There’s an ensuite style amenities building with disabled access and a fish cleaning area is also available.

Cost to stay:
Powered Site – $44 for 2 Adults; $9 for Children 4 years & above; $13 for an additional Adult per night. Weekly rates apply outside school holidays
Unpowered Site – $40 for 2 Adults; $9 for Children 4 years & above; $13 for an additional Adult per night. Weekly rates apply outside school holidays
Deluxe Ensuite Cabins – $180 for 2 People per night during School holidays/Public Holidays and $150 all other times; $10 for Children 4-15 years and $15 for an additional Adult per night.
Standard Ensuite Cabins – $130 for 2 People per night during School holidays/Public Holidays and $120 all other times; $10 for Children 4-15 years and $15 for an additional Adult per night.

Pool:
No

Kalbarri Caravan Parks - Murchison Caravan Park Camp Kitchen
Photo Credit: Murchison Caravan Park

Kids playground:
Yes

Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays. Pets are not permitted in Cabins

Dump Point:
Yes

WiFi Available:
Yes

Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with all networks

Contact Details – Murchison Caravan Park:

Phone: 08 9937 1005
Address:
Grey Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website

One of the 4 Kalbarri Caravan Parks - Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park
Photo Credit: Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park

4. Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park

With just a short 3 minute walk to the centre of town, the Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park is ideally located.

Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a BBQ Shelter with free barbecues.

Throughout the park there are 2 amenities blocks with toilets and showers, a Laundry and clothes line.

Cost to stay:
Ensuite Site
– $53 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$65 Peak per night/$218 pw Off-Peak
Powered Site – $43 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$56 Peak per night/$258 pw Off-Peak
Unpowered Site – $39 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$41 Peak per night/$231 pw Off-Peak
2 Bed Deluxe Villa – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$231 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Pool Villa – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$252 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Ensuite Park Cabin – $120 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$137 Peak per night/$600 pw Off-Peak.
One Bed Unit – $145 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$189 Peak per night/$750 pw Off-Peak.
Two Bed Unit – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$231 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Motel Unit – $135 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$158 Peak per night/$690 pw Off-Peak
One Bed Accessible Unit – $145 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$189 Peak per night/$750 pw Off-Peak.
Additional Adult $15 per night
Additional Child 0-15 years $10 per night

One of the 4 Kalbarri Caravan Parks - Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park
Photo Credit: Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park

Pool:
Yes

Kids Playground:
Yes along with a Jumping Pillow and TV Room

Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays by arrangement.

Dump Point:
Yes

WiFi Available:
Yes – Free Wifi is available

Telstra Coverage:
Yes, Telstra coverage and other networks

Contact Details – Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park:

Phone: 08 9937 1077
Address: 10 Porter Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website

Kalbarri Camping at Murchison House Station with MACKS
Visiting Kalbarri with our Golden Retriever MACKS

Are the Kalbarri Caravan Parks Pet Friendly?

Kalbarri Anchorage Caravan Park, Murchison River Caravan Park and Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park all allow pets on a seasonal basis.

Pets are allowed at Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park. Dogs are also welcome at both Murchison House Station and Big River Ranch Kalbarri.

As we arrived in Kalbarri during September School holidays, our choice of a Kalbarri Caravan Parks was limited as we were travelling with our Golden Retriever MACKS.

At the time there were only 3 caravan parks as Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park did not exist.

This meant we were unable to book into any of the Kalbarri Caravan Parks as they don’t allow pets during school holidays.

Read more: Travelling Australia with our dog MACKS

5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories

  1. To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
  2. Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
  3. A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
  4. You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
  5. A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it
Murchison House Station Kalbarri Camping
Murchison House Station

Kalbarri Camping

There are also two camping options in and around Kalbarri, one a station stay and the other offering farm stay accommodation:

At the Murchison House Station, you can opt to camp alongside the Murchison River near the Homestead or choose bush camping anywhere on the property that you can access with your 4WD.

The Big River Ranch Kalbarri offers farm stay accommodation as well as a campground area overlooking the Murchison River.

Read more: Kalbarri Camping

Big River Ranch Kalbarri Camping
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Nature's Window
Nature’s Window

Things to do in Kalbarri

Nature’s Window

One of the most iconic attractions in Western Australia is Nature’s Window in the Kalbarri National Park.

The mighty Murchison River is perfectly framed in this spectacular natural rock formation and is one of the most photographed attractions in WA.

Kalbarri Caravan Parks all make a great base to explore the new Kalbarri Skywalk
The spectacular new Kalbarri Skywalk
Kalbarri Skywalk

A marvellous new attraction in the Kalbarri National Park is the Kalbarri Skywalk.

Two amazing cantilevered viewing platforms have been built projecting out from the rim of the Murchison Gorge.

Take a thrilling walk out on these viewing platforms for some absolutely incredible views of the surrounding gorge and the river 100 metres below.

Kalbarri Pelican Feeding
Daily Pelican Feeding on the Kalbarri Foreshore opposite Murchison Caravan Park Kalbarri
Pelican Feeding

Each morning you can watch the resident pelicans waddle up onto the grassed area and wait for a feed of fish.

Originally Cliff Ross began feeding the pelicans in 1975 and local volunteers have continued on with the tradition of the daily pelican feeding.

Feeding starts at 8.45am on the foreshore directly opposite the Murchison Caravan Park.

A gold coin donation to help cover the cost of the fish is much appreciated.

Red Bluff Lookout
Amazing views from Red Bluff Lookout
Red Bluff Lookout

Enjoy the views of the dramatic and rugged coastal cliffs of Kalbarri and the Indian Ocean from Red Bluff Lookout.

Red Bluff Lookout is also the perfect vantage point to spot Humpback Whales on their annual migration.

The trail from Red Bluff Beach to the lookout is a 1km return walk.

Kalbarri Weather
Kalbarri weather during our visit in the month of September

Kalbarri Weather

Traditionally the weather in Kalbarri is warm with refreshing ocean breezes in the afternoon.

During Summer the average daytime temperatures is usually around 33 degrees with overnight temperatures averaging around 19 degrees.

December to February is generally the busiest time of the year with people out swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and surfing.

Autumn months are a great time to visit Kalbarri with average temperatures around 26 degrees.

March to May are ideal for fishing and holidaying.

June to August the Kalbarri heathland explodes into colour with the wildflower season.

You can enjoy clear skies with temperatures down to 10 degrees overnight and usually 22 degrees maximum during the day.

Humpback Whale season is in full swing from September to November. Temperatures are usually around 26 degrees during the day.

Great weather at Kalbarri for activities on the water

Places to eat and drink in Kalbarri

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Which Caravan Parks in Kalbarri have you stayed at?

Tell us about your Kalbarri Caravan Park experience.

Safe travels

Kev & Adele
Indefinite Leave

We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

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Photography and Socials

Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO – This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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