The best camping near Black Mountain (Kalkajaka) National Park
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Daintree RV Park
25 sites · RVs, Tents400 acres · Daintree, QLD
Daintree RV camp is located on picturesque 400 acre Kenadon Brahman Bull Stud Farm in the village of Daintree. The campground is only 300 meters from the village centre with public amenities, cafe, hotel/restaurant, river cruises, fishing trips and boat ramp.
Bonus ! Stay for any 2 nights between 24 June and 31 July and get a FREE Daintree Ferry return ticket to explore north of the Daintree River to Cape Tribulation (ferry return ticket value $47)
Kenadon RV Park faces across Daintree River to magnificent tropical rainforest and Thornton Peak, 4th highest mountain in Queensland. The open fields offer clear vision for amazing tropical sunsets. Watch the brahman beef cattle grazing around the park.
The Osborne family are pioneers in farming in Daintree going back five generations. Daintree Village is a short stroll up Dagmar Street before reaching public toilets, mail box (pick up mail from Daintree Village Hotel), Croc Xpresso Cafe (breakfast & lunch), Daintree Village Hotel (lunch & dinner), Daintree Originals (souvenirs, arts, crafts, t-shirts and tropical clothing).
The CREB Track is nearby running through the heart of the Daintree Rainforest to Roaring Meg Falls and on to Wujal Wujal. Only 4x4 vehicles without trailers on this adventurous track. Also there is the Bloomfield Track running from Wujal Wujal to Cape Tribulation.
A large open marquee area is provided shelter and shade between all sites. Table and chairs are provided.
We welcome your pets but they will have to be on leash.
Campfires are now allowed onsite in the fire pit.
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Lakeland Downs Camping
10 sites · RVs, Tents12000 acres · Lakeland, QLD
We provide 10 spacious campsites next to Blackburn dam that has two rock jetties to allow fishing for barra, mangrove jack, spangled perch, eeltailed catfish and other native fish. There is also redclaw and cherapin so bring your yabbie pots.
Campers have access to a modern amenities block which has flushing toilets and hot showers. There is a powered camp kitchen for communal use.
Big skies that are great for stargazing and abundant birdlife in a peaceful setting provide a backdrop for your next getaway.
Cattle graze the property with the occasional donkey guarding the herd as we don't kill our dingoes.
There is prolific bird life and 7 types of wallabies and kangaroos as well as other wildlife in several ecosystems.
The property is located about 3 hours from Cairns or 1 hour from Cooktown on a sealed road. Once you turn off the highway, access is 4.5kms on a gravel road.
The town of Lakeland is just 8kms away with a hotel ,roadhouse and coffee shop.
We are within an hour of Cooktown and Laura if you would like to do a daytrip to the historic towns.
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Jack's Place Daintree
6 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Cow Bay, QLD
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND.Jack's Place is a family-owned retreat property just back from Cow Bay Beach in the Daintree Rainforest. The property has been in our family for over 40 years, being one of the first properties established in the region, named after Jack, a career railwayman & sugar mill operator, our beloved father, grandfather & great grandfather, who 'chucked' his only 'sickie' ever to get to the auction to purchase the property. The property has a lovely seasonal creek which usually flows in the wet season and can sometimes flow all the way through until June, depending on rainfall. There's a shared shed for campers to use.Plenty of lovely freshwater swimming holes in the area and we are about 1km to the beach. Can walk via bitumen road.Good access for all types of vehicles. No amenities so guests need to have everything they need including a toilet and leave no trace.Dog friendly. Campfire permitted in a designated fire pit. Plenty of wood around to gather your own.There are no crocs here but plenty of other wildlife!
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Beauty Spot Falls
2 sites · RVs, Tents83 acres · Daintree, QLD
A beautiful crystal creek running through a large property with a fruit orchard and protected rainforest. There is a mysterious and adventurous walking track to the private waterfall named ‘Beauty spot Falls’ at the end of the property. Go for a 45 minute walk to the waterfall and swim in the crocodile free creek. Native wildlife that could be spotted are king fishers, wallabies, kookaburras and cassowaries.
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Scrubby Creek Trevethan Falls
7 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Rossville, QLD
Discover beautiful rainforests and open pastures at Scrubby Creek Trevethan Falls, a very special property just 30 minutes from Cooktown.
We offer various grass and bush sites spread out over 160 acres, each peaceful and secluded, within walking distance of amazing natural waterfalls, the clear-running creek dotted with swimming holes, as well as established hiking trails.
There is a variety of bird life and wildlife. Trevethan Falls is just a short walk away. Finish the day around your open campfire. You cut or collect your wood from around the property just contact your host
Some of the sites are within walking distance of the pit toilet and shower, whereas others are for self-contained campers. Please be sure to read the descriptions carefully.
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.
There is also a hobby farm in operation on the property, so you may hear and see the workings of the farm as you explore.
We are confident that once you discover this place, you'll return time and time again.
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Gap Creek Retreat
3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Cooktown, QLD
We are a tropical fruit botanical garden started 50 years ago on the banks of Gap Creek situated on the edge of the Cedar Bay National Park Queensland. We have fruit in season, cows, chickens and ducks.It is 7km to the beach and 8km to the shop.It is also possible to hike to Cedar Bay from this location. Safe swimming in the creek. Limited mobile reception.
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Zazen Permaculture Farm
4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Cooktown, QLD
We are 100% committed to sustainable living and do our best to do this. We have a 40-acre property with only about 10 acres cleared and the rest is natural rainforest. We have only been living here since September 2011 so everything is still a work in progress, but it is all coming together really great. We have cows, pigs, guinea fowl, a cat and a brilliant Border Collie dog called Buddy who is everybody's mate. I love woodwork and furniture making, have my owned timber mill and built my owned house with every piece of wood coming of the mill,
The bush bath is a feature with most guests taking advantage of a hot bath in the moonlight.
We have a substantial vegie garden with a large variety of plants and also about 100 fruit trees in our orchard. Everything is done on Permaculture and Bio Dynamic (Demeter) principles.
I am not doing Hipcamping for the money, my main goal is to share with visitors a different lifestyle based on health, happiness, self responsibility and freedom, I am very easy to talk to and look forward to having a chat.
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Rossville Retreat Lodges & Camping
12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents210 acres · Rossville, QLD
Escape from the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with nature in the beauty of Rossville Retreat, perfectly located and overlooked by Black Mountain, only 20 minutes from Cooktown and 2kms from the historic Lion’s Den pub.
Close enough for day trips, yet far enough from Cooktown to enjoy the incredible wildlife and scenery during the daytime and the most amazing star gazing opportunities while sitting around your campfire in the evenings.
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Helenvale Farm/Van Stay
36 sites · RVs25 acres · Rossville, QLD
Helenvale Farm/Van Stay offers sites for self-contained campers at $ 30.00/night per van.
Helenvale Farm/Van Stay is located directly next door to the historic Lion’s Den Hotel where you can indulge in food and beverages 7 days a week and is in easy walking distance from all the campsites.
The Little Annan River boarders Helenvale Farm/Van Stay flows all year around and is also within walking distance from the campsites.
There are multiple campsites available at Helenvale Farm/Van Stay including:
Sunny sites for those requiring solar power.
River views from river frontage sites.
Wide open spaces with plenty of room for big rigs.
Semi-shaded, tree lined campsites that offer either secluded, or family sized areas.
Good wifi coverage if you have your own wifi.
Boar water is available on request.
There is array of other sights and activities to indulge in while staying at Helenvale Farm/Van Stay including:
Watching the lambs and sheep grazing and playing.
Enjoy a dip or fish in the river.
Campfires with plenty of wood for free.
Nature walks with an abundance of bird, fauna and wildlife.
Star gazing, sunrises and sunsets.
Or you can just relax on the sandy riverside beaches.
Should you wish to venture out of Helenvale Farm/Van Stay there are numerous places to visit including:
Black Mountain National Park and Cedar Bay National Park.
Trevathan, Home Rule and Wujal Wujal Falls.
Historic Cooktown, Bloomsfield or Cape Tribulation.
While spending quality time with friends and family you can relax in the beauty of nature while enjoying the peace and quiet of farm life on sites that are not overcrowded.
If you wish to have an unforgettable stay at Helenvale Farm/Van Stay, please contact us by phoning or texting:
0488 007 739 or 0429 832 314
Channel Nine UHF within a 4 kms range.
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Bridge Ck Bush Camp Didge Workshop
6 sites · RVs, TentsLaura, QLD
Located off the infamous Battlecamp Road via Cooktown in South East Cape York you will find Bridge Creek Bush Camp on Balnggarrawarra country.
Visit for a day or stay and camp. Didgeridoo workshop bookings are visible once you have made a day use or camp booking. You can make a didgeridoo as an individual or a group. The cost of $100 per didgeridoo includes all tools and tuition. Guests will have access to toilet and showers throughout their stay. Pets are welcome but please ensure they are kept under control and cleaned up after as our property borders a nature refuge and national park.
Campfires are permitted outside of any fire restrictions.
This area has been managed by the traditional owners since the handover in 2006 with the property being managed in three parts, Aboriginal Freehold, National Park and Nature Refuge.
Book a tour -
Self drive and guided walk to choose a didgeridoo to cut and make into a playing instrument with the traditional owner tuition.
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Kingston Road Farm Stay
2 sites · RVs, Tents150 acres · Whyanbeel, QLD
Camping in a quiet, peaceful rural location with lots of space, at a small private vegetable market garden and hay farm. You can base yourself on our property while making trips to nearby Mossman Gorge, Port Douglas, Daintree National Park, local beaches and other attractions.
We offer sites beside a vacant farm cottage and hay shed, or a choice of other areas around the farm. Campers have use of spacious, clean amenities with hot shower, toilet and vanity.
In the drier months, from April to December, we bale our pasture, and grow mixed vegetables and flowers to supply our roadside market stall in Mossman on Wednesdays each week. See Facebook: Pink's Produce, Miallo.
Ours is a working farm that the two of us (not young folks) manage on our own. Campers can join in whatever we are doing at the time, stand by and watch, or just sit back and enjoy. If you are interested in growing veggies or just seeing how we do it, then we are happy to show you around. Otherwise you can just relax in peaceful surroundings.
Our farm also offers unique elevated views of the local farming area with a backdrop of The Great Dividing Range, the Coral Sea and Port Douglas. There is also an impressive variety of butterflies and bird life to enjoy.
Hosts are happy to show campers around our market garden that we start cultivating after the wet season and usually continue until December - weather dependant.
Guests will have access to a portable fire place during their stay as well as a BBQ grill and hotplate. Firewood is available for purchase.
We have electricity available from the vacant cottage at $20/night. Must be booked through Extras.
Our 150acre property has spectacular mountain views, as well as views to Port Douglas and the Coral Sea. There are small creeks on the property that attract birdlife and have a variety of freshwater fish and turtles in them. Nearby there are several larger creeks for cooling off, and properties with horses, cattle and sugarcane. We are a 15min drive to Mossman, the closest town, and 45mins south to Port Douglas or north to the Daintree township. You can take a shortcut to the road to Daintree via the WWII Japanese Miallo Bombing Memorial.
Sorry, no pets.
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The Cow Shed
2 sites · RVs3 acres · Cow Bay, QLD
We have 2 and a half acres of hobby farm with fruit trees, vegetables and open grass for the two resident donkeys, chickens and a couple of dogs. It really is a mini farm just 3 km from the beach.
The two very friendly donkeys love to be with children.
The property is in the middle of the Daintree Rain Forest with all its beauty.
There are endless walks, guided tours adventure activities for all ages and fitness.
Guests are required to be fully self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste with them on departure.
Pull in with your RV beautiful peaceful spot surrounded by fruit trees and rain forest. Go for a swim in one of the many local swimming holes. Great adventures to be had exploring the amazing Daintree National Park from within, Beautiful Cow Bay Beach is just 3 km away.
The children will love the donkeys and chickens.
Campfires are permitted outside of any restrictions and must be contained and supervised at all times. Well behaved pets are allowed on leash as we have our animals.
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The best camping near Black Mountain (Kalkajaka) National Park guide
Overview
About
Embark on an adventure through Kalkajaka National Park, a landscape dominated by an impressive mountain range of massive granite boulders. This unique environment, rich in Aboriginal culture and home to distinctive wildlife, invites explorers to witness its natural splendor. Traverse the rugged terrain, gaze out from the lookout, and immerse yourself in the park's ancient history.
When to go
The best time to visit Kalkajaka National Park is during the cooler, drier months from May to September. The wet season, from December to April, can bring heavy rains and potential park closures, as seen with ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper.
Know before you go
- Respect the significance of this land to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people.
- Check for park alerts before your visit, as conditions can change rapidly.
- No campfires are allowed, preserving the park's natural state.
- Visit the lookout for panoramic views of the park's striking landscape.
- Ensure you're prepared for a rugged adventure, as amenities are limited.
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