The best camping near Frankland Group National Park
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Pamona Park, nr Gordonvale
10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Aloomba, QLD
Our 20-acre exotic fruit farm backs onto World heritage rainforest and provides a relaxing base for which to explore the wet tropics south of Cairns. We have a beautiful freshwater swimming hole down the road, and also the Mulgrave River is very close if you want to do some fishing.The camping area is large, grassy and reasonably level, with space closer to the tree line, and space more out in the open. There is a firepit provided, and plenty of firewood around the place for you to help yourself to. We also welcome four-legged family members! We have had recent sightings of cassowary on our property so keep an eye out, you might just see one!We prefer self-contained campers, who have their own amenities, but we do have a toilet and shower up at the main house (about 50 metres away) you are welcome to use if needed. This is an unused bathroom downstairs so you will still have privacy. Access into the property is not suitable for large motorhomes. Entry will be too small for vehicles approx 8.5 metres long and 3.5 metres high.We grow exotic fruit on the property including limes, pomelos, mangosteens and more. When it's in season, you're welcome to sample some! Gordonvale is the nearest town, with a quiet historic charm, just 15 minutes drive away, while Cairns is around 25 minutes.
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Wally's Roost
3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Chewko, QLD
We are wildlife carers and have turned our property into a wildlife reserve for the animals. There is wildlife including wallabies (agile and betongs), brush tail possums and birds. A night viewing of possums and wallabies may be available. Please contact hosts to arrange this viewing.Enjoy the sunsets as you relax around the campfire. The property is surrounded by various nature reserves and attractions in the area within a 30 minute drive.(Granite Gorge Nature park, Davis creek national park and Emerald creek falls)We have three separate sites secluded from each other. One site accommodates large recreational vehicles, and is drive through, with farmland and hill views. The other two sites are situated by the creek. Please contact us before booking to discuss which site is best for your vehicle and camping set up. This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply.Your beloved pooch is most welcome to join you but required to remain within your campsite and must be restrained during the night due to the wildlife.If you would like to stay longer, we are happy to offer you a discount code (minimum 4 nights) - please contact us prior to booking.Children aged 13 years and under camp for free.Senior discounts available.
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The Billabong Kuranda
25 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents130 acres · Kuranda, QLD
The Billabong Kuranda is the perfect location for you to explore the surrounding tourism attractions of the Cairns, Kuranda and the Tablelands Region.Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. The Billabong is a campground and events venue sitting on 180 acres of pristine rainforest. We have two gorgeous self-contained tiny homes perched right above our namesake billabong, offering seclusion and comfort, 5 minutes away from the Rainforest village Kuranda.We have the perfect spot waiting for you when you return after a day of sight seeing! Our spacious campgrounds offer plenty of shady and sunny spots perfect for your next stay.The cabins feature a mezzanine level queen bedroom, a kitchenette with microwave, toaster and fridge, a completely open living space with fold out couch for additional guests and a private deck overlooking our beautiful billabong with outdoor shower/bathtub.Easily accessible through the campground entrance, once inside our cabin you will feel totally secluded from the rest of the world: it's just you, the trees and the birds.We have and impressive amount of fire pits around the property and you are welcome to use them throughout your entire stay!Relax and enjoy, we have plenty of space to accommodate your stay.See our friendly campground manager on arrival. See you soon at The Billabong Kuranda!
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Hectic Valley Farm
7 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · QLD
Hectic Valley Farm is located at Mutchilba on 100 acres within the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, North Queensland. Spacious campsites are beside or near a massive dam that attracts a great variety of bird life and the amazing sunsets are different each day. 🌅
Three spacious spots are available a few short meters from the edge of a large dam (sites can be seen from the farm road) with another completely secluded site amongst the bushland. Bird watchers dream with the constant residents and seasonal birds flying in for the dam. Swim, kayak, catch and release fish, throw in a RedClaw pot or hunt for mussel clams. Do some hiking or 4 wheel driving around the hundred acres with our 4 wheel driving tracks.
Farm Animal Feeding is available (Extra Booking) where campers can chat with the menagerie of animals we have on the farm such as Clydesdale horses, camels, sheep, cows, chickens, buffalo, peafowl, ducks and friendly geese.
We are 10mins from Dimbulah or 20mins to Mareeba with their many attractions. We can tell you all about the many attractions and activities this area has to offer.
Please Note: Cattle Creek and Waterfront Campsites are accessible by 2WD. The other campsites are 4WD access only and with off road campers/caravans only. These are self contained sites so please take your own shower and toilet facilities and take away all waste. Well behaved dogs are allowed but must be supervised at all times for the protection of the sheep, poultry, wildlife and not to be brought to the house yard. Sorry no motorbikes or ATV’s.
We have a wet season (December to March) and dry season (September to December) choose your ideal times to stay.
For more info on us visit our website.
www.hecticvalleyfarm.com.au
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Tropical Woopen Creek Camping
2 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Woopen Creek, QLD
You will have access to our beautiful peaceful surroundings, with adequate shelter under some lovely big trees park your camper or pitch a swag. We also have a nice running creek that you can take a cooling down soak in or just enjoy watching our many wild life that are present throughout the creek, fish , eels and turtles.
It's truly a very private and relaxing spot to chill out and enjoy camping for a few days or whatever suits your needs while passing the area. Plenty of fantastic swimming holes nearby including Josephine falls and Babinda boulders very popular spots for tourist and the locals.
Site 1 right down on the creek large grass flat space big enough for two families to set up camp. The creek runs around the outside so there are a number of viewing points to see the wildlife mentioned above. A set of solar lights hang over the firepit area allowing for more light while cooking on our wonderful swinging hotplate BBQ.
Site 2 Our newer spot work in progress not so ideal for camper trailers. your situated under our tree line away from the main creek but still with your own small dirt track down to the creek. A smaller paver firepit, plenty fine for sitting around an open fire while watching the stars at night.
So please check by internal message before confirming your booking that way we can confirm a spot while discussing your needs to ensure you have a clear view of your camping area.
Onsite we have our shared outhouse porta toilet which is positioned in the middle of both camping areas for everyone's convenience.
Take note of our extras available when confirming your booking.
Please follow us on instagram - tropicalwoopencreekcamping
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Flaggy Creek Caravan/Camping
6 sites · RVs, Tents260 acres · Wondecla, QLD
Flaggy Creek Caravan Camp is set on a private 260 acre rural property at the end of an unsealed road surrounded by the peace and serenity of state forest. A highlight is a beautiful permanent creek which meanders its way through the property for approximately 1 km and is habitat to platypus, turtles, an abundance of bird life and towering blue and rose gums. Take a dip on a hot day in one of several water holes including a large lagoon adjacent a mini waterfall surrounded by beautiful she-oaks.
We have 5 available campsites, spread well apart, all with amazing views. 4 are close to or on the banks of Flaggy Creek. Bluff View campsite (a favourite spot of ours) is set in a large grassy field near an iron bark tree, 150m via a mowed track to the creek. Maximum occupancy per campsite is 2 guests (of any age). All camp sites have their own fire pit (season permitting). We sell large crates of split firewood for $15 or you can collect your own from the property.
If you are traveling with friends and everyone wants to book a site with us we would be delighted to host you but please ensure that you set up your caravan/tent/swag individually at each site noting the maximum occupancy of 2 guests per site.
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Hartleys Creek retreat
2 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Wangetti, QLD
A beautiful property nestled between Port Douglas and Cairns. Hartleys creek runs all year round and is part of the property.
It is also directly opposite the stunning Wangetti beach which is 5 kilometres long and overlooks the islands.
Ten minutes to shops. 20 minutes to Port Douglas and 35 minutes to Cairns.
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Kurrimine Beach bush camping
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Kurrimine Beach, QLD
This campsite suits guests in caravans, campervans and RV ,that are able to be self sufficient, ie shower and own toilets. off grid set up
We have sites close to the main house that provide shade from the state forest or 2 acres of flat grassed areas a few hundred mtrs away .
We have a large lap pool to use and fire pit area ,to enjoy in the evenings while chatting to other guests
We have 2 Airbnb accommodation property's so at times your sharing the outdoor areas with guests.
There is a bush shower for use hot water at a small $2.00 fee per shower
We are 1klm from the beach and boat ramps ,and a 3 minute drive to the king reef pub.
Pack packer and travellers welcome ,but should use the bush shower and the male and female toilets in the pool area . camping sites are $20.00 per night per couple including use off pool and amenities
We are not able to provide power or water is not available to fill up your caravans /Rvs ect while staying at our property .
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Mena Creek River Retreat Camp
11 sites · RVs, Tents19 acres · Germantown, QLD
Our campsites are on a private horse property with pristine creek access and a beautiful spring. We are dog friendly.Enjoy beautiful grassed areas overlooking the property, or down by the creek, accessible to all campers.Please note that property access is generally suited to 4WDs, with some areas ok if you're towing a camping trailer with high clearance. Please check with us if unsure or if the weather has not been favourable.Please be mindful of our neighbours when driving to our property as there is a short distance of dirt, please drive slow not to kick up dust past the neighbouring houses. When you arrive at our property please be mindful of small children and animals roaming the grounds. There are pristine creek views from most of the camp sites, meaning you will be waking to the lovely sound of running water. There is also a beautiful spring for swimming. We are dog friendly, and can offer pet sitting. We ask you to please text us your arrival times the night before you are coming to make sure your arrival time will suit and to check on the weather for access.Children under 7 stay for free.
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Rusty Pheasant RV Retreat
11 sites · RVs20 acres · Biboohra, QLD
Caravan and RV camping on the banks of the Barron River. Large spacious bush sites with the option of fire pit. Abundant bird life, walks and swimming.
This campsite suits self-contained campers equipped with drinking water supply as no potable water available. It also suits campers who enjoy the peace and quiet of the bush without loud neighbours. Of course quiet campfire banter is encouraged.
BYO bike and cycle along the backroads passing through eucalypt bushland, cane fields and farming, finishing with lunch at a local coffee plantation. On the way home pop into the Mango Winery to top your day off with a delicious fruity champagne.
NOTE; Dogs will be considered at the discretion of Rusty Pheasant owners. Please contact us prior to making a booking to discuss. Strict rules apply. Approval is only given if the breed, age and temperament is considered appropriate. Arriving on site without approval could mean cancelation of the booking and a direction to vacate.
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Fnq blooms
2 sites · RVs52 acres · Bartle Frere, QLD
Fnq blooms is a Tropical flower Farm. The 52 acre property is situated at the foothills of Queensland's tallest mountain, Mount Bartle Frere standing at 1622mt.
Camp creek-side at FNQ Blooms, a tropical flower farm situated in the rainforest. Campers will love exploring the crystal clear creeks and waterfalls all around the area within 10 minutes drive.
Our Tropical Flower Farm is a 52-acre property situated at the foothills of Mt Bartle about one hour drive south of the Cairns International Airport. We grow an extensive variety of tropical Heliconia and Ginger for use in the Australian Cut Flower market.
Our farm is completely self-sustainable. We have a waterfall that generates our power through Hydroelectricity and gravity-fed water from a natural spring. Just 20 minutes from the farm is the township of Babinda.
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Imrie Creek Faraway Camp
1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Lake Eacham, QLD
Beautiful Imrie Creek Camp is a secluded and well provisioned site located beside a permanent creek and surrounded by farmland and rainforest. Enjoy serenity, peace and the natural habitat as the only camper on the 4 acre property at any time (only 1 booking at once).
This quality site has a new composting toilet, a great fire pit, a picnic table and chairs, a flood light, water and power for a van to ensure a comfortable stay.
You can see in the pics, that the site is very close to beautiful Lake Eacham, a crater lake surrounded by rainforest. The lake is great for swimming, paddle boarding and canoeing and there is a very comfortable 3+km walk around it.
It is also an 8 minute drive to the heritage village of Yungaburra where you can pop in for a great coffee, food and supplies.
During the wet season, we recommend accessing the property with a 4WD as at times it can be slippery getting back up the hill.
If you're seeking a 'Magic Faraway' tree experience, this is it. Watch closely and you may see the fairies that come out at night and on a clear eve, the stars 🧚♀️🧚♀️🙂.
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The best camping near Frankland Group National Park guide
Overview
About
Embark on an adventure to Frankland Group National Park, a tropical haven off the coast of Queensland. Here, you can immerse yourself in activities like snorkelling amid vibrant coral reefs, fishing in crystal-clear waters, and walking through lush rainforests. With camping areas like High Island and Russell Island, you can wake up to the sound of gentle waves and the sight of unspoiled beaches.
Notable campgrounds
- High Island camping area: A remote paradise offering tent camping amid a backdrop of dense rainforest and fringing reefs.
- Russell Island camping area (Commonwealth Island): Enjoy secluded camping on a tropical island with pristine beaches and clear waters.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book early to secure your spot, as the Frankland Group National Park's unique camping areas are in high demand.
- Visit the Queensland Government's official website to check availability and make reservations.
- Consider visiting during off-peak seasons for a better chance at snagging a reservation.
- Explore nearby camping options to ensure you have a backup plan in case sites are fully booked.
When to go
The best time to visit Frankland Group National Park is during the dry season from May to October, when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities. Avoid the wet season from November to April, as heavy rains and strong winds can hinder access and enjoyment of the park.
Know before you go
- Check park alerts for any closures or warnings, such as crocodile sightings or marine stingers.
- Be prepared for a remote experience; facilities are limited, so bring all necessary supplies.
- Respect the wildlife and natural environment; take trash with you and avoid disturbing nesting birds.
- Ensure you have a valid camping permit and be aware that campfires are not allowed in the park.
- For safety, always stay on designated walking tracks and wear appropriate gear for snorkelling and fishing.
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