The best camping near Coalstoun Lakes National Park
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River Run Farm Camping
42 sites · RVs, Tents84 acres · Antigua, QLD
River Run Farm Camping is situated on the banks of the beautiful Mary River within the spectacular Fraser Coast region.
The historic Maryborough town centre and the quaint village of Tiaro is right on our doorstep for anything you may have left behind or if you just feel like a country pub meal and a cold beer.
We offer large grassy mowed sites both powered and unpowered, river front and tree shaded areas with some having their own fire pits.
Fully equipped large camp kitchen with microwave, television, fridge, dart board, BBQ, communal firepit and power points to charge your devices and a Playground for the Kids.
We offer the best hot showers with beautifully clean toilets; our amenities even contain a washing machine and a kid’s bathroom with a claw foot bath. A Dump point is located at the front of our property.
River Run offers: farm animals, swimming, excellent fresh water Fishing (Bass, Barra, yellow belly, prawn and silver perch), boat ramp, bike track and kayaking
River run has an amazing variety of bird life due to the large body of fresh water and pristine habitat creating a great environment for spotting native animals including wallabies, achidnia and platypus, which have been sighted at the boat ramp.
We are pet friendly too as long as your animals remain on a leash and are under full supervision at all times.
River Run is only a short drive away from lots of great experiences, Markets, Mural trail, horse riding, adventure activities, history, museums, Festivals, art and culture that are sure to inspire.
Book a horse riding adventure with Hucknall Horses only 10mins away or drive on up to Hervey Bay and go whale watching or day trip to the incredible Fraser Island or Rainbow Beach.
4wd in one of the many local forestry areas and see the brumby herds.
Just so much to see and do.
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Peaceful Riverside Camping
12 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Howard, QLD
If you are looking for a peaceful escape then come and experience our 60 acres of beautiful riverfront bliss. Bring your paddle boards, boats, kayaks and bikes to enjoy all the area has to offer. We have a private pontoon for you to enjoy. The property also has lovely walking tracks to explore and fire pits guests are welcome to use.Howard township only 3 km away and we are just 35 minutes from Hervey Bay. Our other property is only a short walk away so we will be able to help with anything if you need it. All guests must be self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Leave no trace. We do have a few cows so dogs to be on a leash at night and please don’t let them chase the cows.Fire pits available to use, collect your own fire wood.
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Buxton Bush Camp
52 sites · RVs, Tents650 acres · Buxton, QLD
A 650 acre grazing and cattle breeding property flanked by the Isis River on two sides. Located upstream from Burrum Heads and Walkers Point, boating enthusiasts can explore the river system easily and the area is known as having some of the best fishing, prawning and crabbing waterways in the south east QLD.
Good access for all types of vehicles,
Buxton is a small fishing town situated on the banks of the Burrum River at the southern end of the Isis Shire. It's about 20 kilometres off the Bruce Highway and upstream from Burrum Heads and Walkers Point. There is a general store, picnic facilities and boat ramp. Buxton offers a relaxed lifestyle with pleasant surroundings. Boat enthusiasts are able to explore four river systems from this village.
Dog friendly (refer rules please!).
Toilet available for guests to use.
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Gumtree Dam Highlands
9 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Abington, QLD
Camp at our farm retreat with us and our Scottish Highland Coos. We are 5 minutes out of Childers, Queensland. You will have plenty of room to yourself, there is potable water available and porta loos. We have a quirky shower facility now too made out of a horse float, this is only for guests who don't have their own shower. Now my new pets will have to be transported home on the back seat of my car 🤣
The Scottish folk pronounce it Heilen Coos... so that's how we say it. They wonder around our farm wherever they like to go including swimming in the dam....a lot in summer time. Everyone will enjoy seeing these cuties.
Feed times have been cut back to once a day, please ask when it will be as just like us the Coo's need time out.
We've just had a lovely, very patient camper, (27/4/24) Jo hand feed almost 3-month-old Lucy Moo for the very first time 😁
You'll meet Kelvin the Scottish Highland Bull, Oakley who is new mum to Lucy Moo born 5th of February and Willow, mum to Ferdinand (Ferdi) born earlier this year on the 3rd of January, so two beautiful calves to watch doing zoomies around the yard, swimming in the dam or chilling under a tree 😁
Parents please supervise your children at all times, especially near the Highlands.
Baz and Nige are our Nigerian dwarf goats that are being bottle fed at the moment.
Please leave your pets at your campsite, Oakley is proving to get a bit overwhelmed with small dogs etc.
We have 2 dogs Jesse a blue heeler and Cane our Maremma, who are both very friendly. The Maremma dog is an Italian breed of livestock gaurdian dog he does bark a little at night if there is a fox or something around that might hurt our animals. Cane has been very successful at keeping all our pets safe. Guest's have told us they have slept through the night no troubles, in saying that sometimes he doesn't need to bark at all.
If anyone thinks the barking might be an issue this probably isn't the place for you.
We now have Percy the peacock 🦚 who randomly Honks!
Our Neighbours have fish farms, so you will hear the odd shot gun go off at times, just to scare the shags away from feeding in the ponds.
We are very easy to get along with but excessive noise or bad behaviour will not be tolerated. Feel free to put on music and have a few drinks by the camp fire, but we want our farm to be a place where our animals and our guests feel safe and relaxed. Thanks for your understanding.
Relax with a cuppa, unwind with a book or go for a short bush walk and listen to the kookaburras. All your cares will feel like they are a million miles away as you soak up nature here at our farm.
Conveniently there is a dump point in at Childers at the rest area, 16 Cresent St. 6km from here.
There are wonderful cafes and bakeries in Childers, an IGA and Woolworths. We are near Bingera National park, Cordalba state forest with an hour to some top snorkelling spots, also Drive passed acres of sugarcane and macadamia fields we are 45 minutes from Hervey Bay and 40 minutes the other way to Bundaburg. We love being so close to the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef.
We look forward to meeting you.
Duane and Chrissy
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Blue Gums River Retreat
13 sites · RVs50 acres · Antigua, QLD
A special place on the banks of the Mary River. 50 acres of undulating grassy paddocks and beautiful blue gums along the river bank.The river is freshwater and beautiful for swimming, kayaking, canoeing or boating, you could try and catch a Bass for dinner. The 5 flat grassy sites are right on the rivers edge with good access to the water. The stairs into the water with the pontoon are perfect for diving in and cooling off, the kids love it!!Leave your boat in tied to the pontoon ready for the next days fishing trip. There's a BBQ with hop plate, table & chairs and deck chairs to sit back and relax.Access to the campsites are 2Wd and suitable for all size caravans and camp trailers. The boat ramp access is for all types of boats but 4x4 only as the ramp is gravel. As the weather warms watch the families pass by water skiing and boating.There is a toilet, fully Self-contained other than a toilet. Dogs are allowed but must be kept with you at all times.
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Gundy Getaway
71 sites · RVs, Tents320 acres · Gundiah, QLD
Our names are Chris and Christine. We recently moved to Gundiah Qld and acquired a beautiful piece of land (approx. 320 acres) with about 70 acres of picturesque camping located on the Mary River. Our property is located halfway between Gympie and Maryborough (approx. 20 minutes from the Bruce Highway) tucked away down a private road which is lovely and peaceful. We have plenty of walking trails and a bike track to keep the kids amused! There is easy access to the Mary River if you would like a spot of fishing or swimming.
We have a large fire pit and 2 flushing toilets and showers located on the other side of the campground.
We are just setting up but hope to soon have coffee available in the bar area located on the other side of the campground.
We also have fire pits available with plenty of free firewood located on the property.
Your fury friends are more than welcome but for the safety of them and others must be on a lead at all times.
We are located about 50 minutes from Gympie, an hour 15 minutes from Rainbow Beach and or Hervey Bay, 45 minutes from Maryborough and the town of Tiaro is only 15 minutes down the road which has a Foodworks, Pub, United Fuel and Cafe.
Don't forget the local Gundy Pub is only 5 minutes down the road.
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Big Rocks Bush Retreat
53 sites · RVs, Tents700 acres · Golden Fleece, QLD
Bringing you a place where you can escape, relax, disconnect from your day to day life and reconnect with nature.
The tranquil and beautiful bush covered property is nestled on 700 acres, backing directly onto the Woowoonga national park near, Childers Qld.
The Big Rocks Bush Retreat is situated on the foot hills of rugged, mountainous terrain that creates a picturesque spot for camping, biking, horse riding, bush walking and hiking in a diverse and stunning landscape.
With a majority of remnant bush land, it’s a naturalists wonderland with a number of native flora and fauna found in few parts of Australia.
The facilities on the property are ever evolving and offer;
• large fenced area
• large communal fire pit
• small camp kitchen
• two toilets
• covered areas
• pool table
• book and toy library
• small hobby farm with friendly goats and chickens
• large horse yards
• two dams (great for cooling off)
Please note that a 4WD and off-road camper are recommended If you are wishing to access our more remote camp sites on the property.
Nearby hamlets of Childers, Biggenden and Apple Tree Creek have a unique combination of history, culture, food, wine and art in a relaxing atmosphere of country life.
The retreat caters to families, groups, travellers and holiday makers alike.
Big Rocks Bush Retreat is too beautiful not to share, you will not be disappointed
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McSweeny Haven
20 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Kilkivan, QLD
Our property is located on the site of the First Kilkivan Township and was home to a gold rush in 1868 where a 73 oz nugget was discovered.
Guests will have access to a portable toilet and fire pit throughout their stay.
Gold is still found in and around the creek with fossicking permitted at an extra daily rate of $25 per person. As this is private property we require that all the QLD Fossicking Act rules and regulations are followed this includes having your own permit which must be supplied before fossicking is permitted. These rules include no machinery or pump operated sluices such as high banking sluices.
Detectors are welcome and some great finds have been found with them including gold and coins from the 1860’s.
Large groups are welcome.
There are many great shaded camping spots along the creek or a large open area of about 50 acres for larger groups. There is also a year round swimming hole fed by a solar bore on the property for anyone wanting to cool down.
Kids under 12 are free but if fossicking must be covered by a permit. Pets are welcome.
For any questions please ring Nev on 0448822009.
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Hidden Creek Farm Qld
12 sites · RVs, Tents26 acres · Maryborough, QLD
Hidden Creek Farm QLD, A slice of nature26 Acres nestled on the banks of Myrtle creek where farm meets forest. Camp with us on our open grassy fields or amongst the trees.
There is plenty to see and enjoy.
- Wind back with a couple of drinks at our picturesque creek Lookout.
- Jump on a kayak and paddle through the rain forest. (Kayaks free to use)
- Spot the local Fauna including Turtles, Echidnas, kangaroos, Mary River cod and the uncountable bird species.
- Let the Kids burn off some energy at our new playground.
- Free firewood and moveable firepits for your site or have a yarn at one of our communal fireplaces.
- Close boat ramps to the Mary River both fresh and salt water.
- Courtesy bus for the Royal Hotel Tiaro available Fri - Sat.
Located in Pioneers Rest just 7mins north of Tiaro and 20mins south of Maryborough.
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Goomeri Caravan and Bush Camp
222 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Goomeri, QLD
We are family owned and operated caravan and bush camp set on 300 tranquil acres of bush setting, along the
Nangur Creek just 3kms from Goomeri towards Kilkivan.
Come sit and ponder the meaning of life, or watch the kids play amongst acres of flat grassland. Watch and
listen to the wildlife and birds - kangaroos, koalas, sometimes deer, possums and more. Take a leisurely stroll along our walking tracks and enjoy the awesome sunsets and spectacular stargazing, far away from city lights.
We offer very quiet and tranquil campsites along the Nangur Creek, with loads of open and shaded areas.
Flat Campsites. Tranquil bush setting. Great for groups
Open fire pits, toilets, hot showers, laundry!
Pet friendly.
Children under 5 stay free.
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE OR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR EVENT DATES
Event weekend/public holiday surcharge applicable on all bookings that fall on those weekends & is charged at time of check in. $10/family, $7.50/couple & $5singles
We are 2.5hours from Brisbane, with other towns close by, including Kilkivan and Murgon.
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Dam Crazy Camping
19 sites · RVs, Tents624 acres · Golden Fleece, QLD
Dam Crazy? You would have to be to bypass over 620 acres of scenic bushland off the beaten track for your next camping getaway or stopover on your way on the Bruce Highway. An abundance of birdlife with over 135 different species found so far including a Powerful Owl. A magnificent 400 megalitre dam that now forms part of the natural landscape of this unique property.
A hidden gem in the Wide Bay/Fraser Coast area of Queensland where relaxation, peace and privacy are unavoidable as are the sunsets and shooting stars in the clear skies above.
We are 20 minutes from the quaint Childers Township and 50 minutes from Bundaberg.
The property is totally private and caravans cannot been seen from the road, the owners live on the property and only booked guests are to enter the property offering security and peace of mind.
Whether you want to bird watch, kayak, fish (catch and release only), hike or ride one of the many trails or sit, relax and
read your favourite book, we promise a warm welcome; from the wildlife and the proprietors Miranda, Brendon and Esa the dog.
Dam Crazy is also pet friendly, dogs must be cleaned up after and may be walked off leash on the walking trails (please be mindful of other campers, farm animals and wildlife), they may also swim in the dam but must be contained or kept on leash in the campsite areas.
The dam is very deep and could have snags washed down in floods, so we suggest children wear life jackets, and MUST be supervised by adults at all times around the water.
Numbers are limited to ensure you have plenty of space and privacy!
Campers must take all waste with them.
Very good cellphone reception
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Wright's on the River
3 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Bidwill, QLD
Set up your camp beside beautiful Tinana Creek, this large freshwater creek is perfect for fishing and all your favourite water activities. It is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the abundance of wildlife that visits the property.
The property is situated only 10 minutes drive from Maryborough, making it easy to explore this historic town.
Guests are required to be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.
Site 1 is better suited for tent campers. The site is a turfed section containing picnic table and small shelter shed, fire ring and access to boat ramp.
Site 2 is suitable for tents or self contained caravans and RVs, and is situated right on the water.
Pets are welcome but please keep them restrained whilst on the property.
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The best camping near Coalstoun Lakes National Park guide
Overview
About
Embark on a journey to Coalstoun Lakes National Park, where the remnants of ancient volcanic activity beckon the curious and adventurous. Traverse the rugged landscape, marvel at the unique geological formations, and immerse yourself in the diverse habitats that are a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike.
When to go
The best time to visit Coalstoun Lakes National Park is during the mild subtropical climate of winter, from June to August, when temperatures range from 7°C to 24°C. Summer months can be quite hot, making outdoor activities less comfortable.
Know before you go
- Plan your visit ahead and inform a responsible person of your itinerary and emergency plan.
- Carry sufficient drinking water, food, a first-aid kit, and a mobile phone for safety.
- Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen, a hat, and protective clothing.
- Stay on designated tracks to protect the environment and prevent erosion.
- Be aware that mobile phone reception can be limited within the park.
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