Camping near Russell Island with fishing
Life slows down at this island escape, just minutes from Brisbane.
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Tyalgum Showground
20 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Tyalgum, NSW
Tyalgum Showgrounds offers both powered and unpowered sites, toilets, showers, drinking water, free dump point for campers and a camp kitchen.
This is a recreation reserve camp ground run by volunteers - all money collected goes back to improvement of the facilities.
Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash.
The Showgrounds can only offer a maximum of 7 nights.
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AU$25
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Olive View Estate - Stunning Views
9 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Kulgun, QLD
Please note this farm is for SELF SUFFICIENT campers only. You MUST have your own toilet and you must take All of your waste with you. This is our home! Please respect it. * Do NOT enter neighbouring properties or throw rubbish over the fence. Cattle graze nearby and their health and safety is priority!
One booking covers 4 people (no matter how many set ups/caravans/tents you have) You can pick wherever in the paddock that you'd like to set up - there are no pre allocated spots and you will be able to pick a private spot.
Take a stroll through the olive grove and set up a picnic amongst the trees!
Olive View Estate is a stunning 35 acre 700 tree working olive farm and guest stay accommodation. We have two paddocks on the back of the olive grove with breath-taking views.
Enjoy a walk through our gardens and olive grove. You are welcome to roam our entire property - we just suggest wearing enclosed shoes. We have some very friendly farm animals - Olly the goat. Barb, Shaun, Dodge, Daisy, Duke, Georgie, Gracie and babies Leslie & Bo who all love carrots and apples.
This is a full working farm and we restore vintage caravans and classic cars. You will see us pottering in the garden or walking our poodle, but we will leave you to your privacy.
We have a beautiful vintage bus that we have converted into a farm shop and you can buy olives, relishes, honey, jam, seasonings, magnesium and more.
We welcome small gatherings to celebrate birthdays, engagements or function (Christmas etc) just let us know during the booking process. We would appreciate quiet after 10pm.
We are only 8 minutes from shops in town and a short drive for all of the Scenic Rim's attractions. We are in the heart of The Scenic Rim.
The camping grounds is private and picturesque in our back paddocks - looking back over our olive grove and out to the great dividing range. We have fire pits set up in the camp area - please bring an extinguisher, wood and matches. The camp grounds has an easy access and campers have had no issues levelling out on the gentle slope or go higher up the paddock to the trees and the ground is level with the best views of the mountain ranges.
Olive View Farm is ideal for self sufficient campers.
At the front of the property near the bus shop we have permanent picnic tables set up for anyone to use.
Dogs on a lead are welcome - we have lots of Kangaroos and Wallabies and we want to protect them.
We are always on site and happy to help with anything you need.
*Please note any negative feedback for camping received was from a festival that took place on our property in 2022 and the event organisers promised the campers facilities and did not deliver. Unfortunately Hipcamp won't remove these comments and we had no management of these customers. ALL other positive comments are through us direct.
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AU$25
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McKenzies Mountain, Wollumbin
26 sites · RVs, Tents528 acres · Eungella, NSW
Discover 528 acres of Wollumbin paradise. McKenzies Mountain is run by a sixth generation pioneer family, and boasts a kilometer of river frontage, four kilometers interspersed with waterfalls and rockpools, over a hundred acres of pristine rainforest, and a 2000 ft elevation mountain peak. Plus it's home to 125 head of cattle. It's simply a magical country camping spot.
There is plenty to do, including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and crystal fossicking. Just next door, within walking distance, is the Hare Krishna farm, where they run Hare Krishna farm tours, workshops, and Yoga retreats.
Each camping area has been chosen to ensure space and privacy for all guests, good access and lovely views.
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AU$20
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Logan Park Farm
15 sites · RVs, Tents190 acres · Tamrookum, QLD
Runner up for the best caravan spots in Australia 2024 - Hipcamp Award
Logan Park Farm is an historic 4th
generation family farm with beef cattle and cropping
set on the Logan River with beautiful surroundings in the Scenic Rim.
The property was first settled in the 1840’s and became the headquarters of Tamrookum Station in 1878 when Robert Collins and his family purchased the property.
At Logan Park Farm we have camping grounds and Murphy's Country Accommodation - a three bedroom cottage. Search for Murphy's through Hipcamp.
Open for bookings for Christmas and New Year - numbers are limited. No large parties. We prefer to promote a quieter area.
Please arrive to camp prior to dark.
Scenic Rim Regional Council Camp Ground
Licence Acc21/0010
Just over an hour from the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Beautiful sunsets, mountain views, birds and quiet surroundings. Enjoy the stars on a clear night. Explore the beautiful Scenic Rim area from here. Visit the historic Tamrookum All Saints Memorial
Church.
The camp sites are spacious with plenty of distance between each site - no crowds.
Children aged 12 years and under no charge (please do not include them in your numbers)
Pet friendly off-grid camping.
There are no facilities here, if you do not have toilet facilities please do not
book any of our sties.
All sites are unpowered. No motorboats or motor bikes.
No parties - this is a quiet camping area please keep noise including music to a minimum level. Please respect our wildlife,
neighbours and your camping neighbours at all times. Enjoy our large camp sites with family and friends.
A large natural lagoon and the Logan River provide opportunities to relax, swim, fish or kayak. An abundance of
Carp and Tilapia
provide great fishing opportunities at the Lagoon or the
Logan River.
Larger groups welcome on some sites
please message hosts.
There are permanent residents living nearby the camp sites, please consider your camping neighbours and our neighbours.
Noise travels easily in the evening please reduce noise by 9pm.
Firewood available, either book through Hipcamp or purchase direct
at the farm.
Tamrookum Store is 2 kilometres away for general goods and take away
food.
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AU$44
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Christmas Creek Bush Retreat
12 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Lamington, QLD
PLEASE NOTE: WE HAVE 6 SITES WITH A LEFT AND A RIGHT OPTION. LEFT AND RIGHT IS AS YOU ARE LOOKING AT THE CREEK. ALL SITES ARE NEXT TO EACH OTHER ON THE CREEK.
ALL CAMPERS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN PORTABLE TOILET.
Christmas Creek Bush Retreat enjoys absolute creek frontage on the banks of the crystal clear everflowing Christmas Creek. Perfect for kayaking, floating on an inflatable lounge or swimming in the warmer months or to simply watch and listen to the rapids. The property boasts 160 acres with camp sites situated on a large flat well maintained grassy paddock, all sites look out to the creek and mountains beyond.
Easy access for 2WD and 4WD vehicles with plenty of room to turn around.
Campers MUST be fully self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities. Porta-loos are available to hire at additional cost for your stay, please message for pricing.
Please place all waste in bin provided. Please ensure all waste is bagged.
Dog friendly, however ALL dogs must be on a lead at ALL times and picked up after.
Campfires are permitted in designated fire pits ONLY, but may be subject to fire bans.
Situated a 1/2 hour drive South of Beaudesert, following the signs to Rathdowney and turning onto Christmas Creek Road that veers to the left. 26kms along the very picturesque Christmas Creek Road and you arrive at a little bit of paradise in the Scenic Rim. So much to see and do in the area, a short drive to the Lost World Tourist Drive and Tommerups Dairy to name a few. Further along Christmas Creek Road takes you past the Christmas Creek Cafe and onto Lamington National Park and bushwalks to the Stinson Memorial Crash Site and Larapinta Falls. So much to enjoy in the Scenic Rim.
Please feel free to message prior to booking to ask any questions.
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Eastgrove, Running Creek
29 sites · RVs, Tents400 acres · Running Creek, QLD
We have a 400-acre beef cattle and cropping property in the beautiful Scenic Rim, 5 minutes from town. With a dam, tracks to explore, a running creek to fish and frolic in, and plenty of wide-open spaces to rest and relax. Our Creekside sites are in a large open paddock with creek frontage, near the road and readily accessed with 2wd vehicles. Or we have campsites in an elevated position which offer more privacy but do require a 4wd. Campers must be self-sufficient and have their own toilet - we have no facilities here. Campfires are permitted in designated areas and you can buy firewood from us. Note: There are facilities available in town including hot showers and toilets.Dogs are welcome but must be kept restrained.
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Sandy Creek Camping
3 sites · RVs, Tents350 acres · Glamorgan Vale, QLD
Settled in 1866 by Mr. Robert Brown. The land is now used for beef cattle and a small amount of dry land hay production.
We have 3 private campsites to offer, all have good distance from each other with no visibility of other camps. Approximately 400m from other sites. We like to camp with room too! All sites are fenced off with a gate to drive in and keep the cattle out.
Please select a site for more detailed description on what to expect and the extras it offers. Selecting a site will show more accurate photos of that particular location instead of every photo found here.
Pets welcome however must remain on leash or tether
*Please notify us if bringing a dog*
Please clean up after your dog ready for the next camper.
Fires permitted only in fire-rings provided. Check for local fire ban restrictions first.
There is plenty of wood lying around for use (bring your axe or saw).
Things to do
- Send some golf balls into space
-The creek is seasonal, only flowing after good rain. It will dry up in some conditions. Swimming in the water holes is ok, please check in the water for depth and sticks
-Brisbane river is up the road (10mins) to Savages crossing or Twin Bridges. Fantastic swimming or lazing in the running water.
-Push bikes,
Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is 5min away if you jump on at Borallon Station Rd. Some cattle tracks for the kids to ride along in the paddock also.
-Wivenhoe, Somerset Dam in the area for water sports
-Wildlife watching, this paddock sustains a large variety of native animals, if you’ve got a keen eye
-Bottle Tree pub is just down the road, - bit more than walking distance tho :)
-Take it easy.
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Cedar Glen Farmstay
10 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Darlington, QLD
200 acre working farm located at the foothills of Lamington National Park.
Cedar Glen Farmstay offers off-grid camping amongst alpacas, cattle, horses, camels and more.
Enjoy a cool down in the Albert River and enjoy the stars at night by a fire. Cedar Glen is the perfect spot to wind down and enjoy the outdoors and nature.
Cedar Glen has been a working cattle farm for over 100 years and a Farmstay for more than 30. The Farmstay also has 3 Cottages and a Homestead for accommodation.
Guests can enjoy feeding the animals at an additional cost with staff and learning about the history of the property and the founders who settled on the land in the late 1800s and built the existing dwellings and farmed the thousands of acres surrounding the farmstay.
What does our farm have to offer?
An open space to camp with incredible views;
A play area to keep the kids entertained including a tennis court, lawn games, basketballs and hoop, a trampoline and more;
Swimming or floating down the Albert river from one end of the property to the other;
Animal feeding - with the option of an animal encounter where you get to enter our paddocks with a farm hand and spend some time with our animals or buckets of feed to feed our animals through the fence (these are both at an additional cost).
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Cheriton Bush Camp
16 sites · RVs, Tents119 acres · QLD
Camp on our beautiful bush property. Walking tracks and great for bird watching and searching for wildlife. Large open area for outdoor activities. Bush kitchen with wood stove available for use. Large picnic table and fire pit for communal use.
We offer small group camping or exclusive whole-site booking for Cheriton Bush Camp.
No chainsaws to be used on the property. BYO fire wood or we can supply 15kg for $10. Personal fires permitted but above ground fireplaces must be used. We have a small amount for hire for $5.00 each. Generators permitted between the hours of 7am and 9pm only.
Pets allowed but need to be on a lead at all times. Unisex flushing toilets with non-potable water. Must bring your own drinking water.
We have a Beach Volleyball court, basketball hoop and swing set. Lots to see in the area. Hillview Drive
Mountain Bike Trail and Brisbane Valley Rail Trail are a short walk/bike ride from the property. Canoe/Kayak entry point to the Brisbane river off Kholo Road (5km)
Our price of $20.00 per site is aimed at two adults and up to three children. Each set up (tent, van or vehicle) is a separate site. If you are a group of campers, each will need to book their own site. Please feel free to contact us should you require more details. 5 day maximum stay allowed.
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Highland Retreat
3 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Kooralbyn, QLD
Tucked away in the mountains of the scenic rim 480m above sea level, Highland Retreat is a 30 acre property with 360 degree views looking out across the border ranges as far as the eye can see.
We have one private camp sites suitable for for self contained tents, campers and caravans, very limited amenities for now as the property is of grid you will need to bring a shower setup and toilet.
we are 80min away from Brisbane and Warwick
Pet friendly the property is a hobby farm (we have horses, dogs, sheep and chickens)
horses roam the property and are all friendly (if your pet isn't used to other animals please keep them on leash)
Boonah is only a 15min drive if you need
supplies or forget something
Fire pits setup at each campsite
Firewood is available for purchase $15 per bag (cash collection tin at campsite)
Endless activities and exploring to do around the area or just wind down and relax watching the view
If you have any questions feel free to contact me
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Shortstump Ranch
5 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Brisbane, QLD
Close to everything! 5 acre property, 30 mins from airport, 5 mins to Cleveland and Stradbroke ferry, 15 mins to Sleeman Aquatic Centre and Belmont Shooting Complex.
Easy access to public transport - 200m to bus stop, 3km to train station
Only one site has bathroom access, Hillhead. One acre dog enclosure available for friendly dogs. Large grassed areas among gum trees, set high so there are sea breezes in summer. Lots of birdlife, with kookaburras, galahs, curlews, cockatoos and lorikeets nesting on site, you will meet our friendly magpie and butcherbirds too.
We are in a koala zone and occasionally get visitors during breeding season, and there's been a few wallaby sightings recently. We have a small hobby farm with chickens and ducks. We also have a goat, native bees, a worm farm and an aquaponics system
Plenty of local activities and events. Too many to list!
Beaches, bush and city stuff too
The closest activity is the mini-golf at Alexandra Hills Hotel and Conference Centre.
Its also very handy for breakfast, lunch or dinner if you don't feel like cooking. Family friendly and reasonably priced for the area. There is a playground for kids and a bottle shop.
Defibrillator on property.
Fire extinguishers on site.
Farm Fresh Eggs Available......
Emergency Department 4.5 km away at Redlands Hospital.
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The River Orchard
22 sites · RVs, Tents165 acres · Eungella, NSW
The River Orchard is a majestic 165 acres property nestled between the Oxley River and Mt Warning. The working macadamia farm boasts five campsites each positioned in different nooks with only one group booked in per campsite.
Pets and campfires welcome.
Hot water shower and compost toilet cleaned several times a day.
The Flats Site - The Flats is an extra large site closest to the Oxley River enjoying direct water access with two levels. The first is sheltered by an overhanging sour cherry tree and overlooks the bottom plateau and swimming spot. This site is a short three minute walk to the shower shed.
Riverview Site - Riverview is perched on the raised riverbank looking down upon the swimming spot and rapids. A sprawling old tree shelters this extra spacious campsite ideal for large groups. We recommend Riverview for guests with younger children as it does not have direct river access and is the closest to the shower shed.
Orchard View - Situated next to the Riverview campsite, this location is close to the river with stunning views across the macadamia orchard.
The Grove - The Grove is one of our cosiest sites framed by a towering tree complete with stag horns, with branches that sprawl out over the campsite offering an abundance of shade. Close to the shower shed & a short walk to the river.
The Pine Hideaway - This is our most private and stunning site. It looks out over the lotus flower filled dam to mountain panoramas and a secluded island.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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Camping near Russell Island with fishing guide
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