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Gumridge

97%
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· Rathdowney, Queensland
50 acres hosted by Peter T.
5 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
We have a 50 acre elevated bush block with space for approximately 80 people with tents, camper trailers or caravans. We have a range of different sites with two main camping areas and many smaller semi isolated spots. Caravans are best set up on the lower campground where the main view is, and we send noisier groups in tents or swags to our upper campground. If you want to be away from the main groups you can choose one of the quieter spots. There is a council maintained 2 km gravel road which provides access & most vehicles can make it here reliably in any weather. Please note that you are unlikely to make it up our road due to the lack of grip on the gravel if you have a front wheel drive vehicle with any significant sized trailer. Our campgrounds can also be very slippery if wet but dry out within a few hours. WE ASK OUR CAMPERS TO BRING A TOILET IF THEY'RE STAYING MORE THAN ONE NIGHT. We now sell bagged firewood for $20/ 20kg and fill LPG bottles, cash only. We're happy for campers to gather firewood from the bush around the campgrounds, bring your preferred method of cutting it. We are dog friendly but ask that campers keep their pets on a lead to stop them wandering onto adjacent properties or chasing our wildlife. The camping area has no amenities, however it shares a spectacular view south across the QLD/NSW border from 300 meters above sea level, with Mt. Maroon 6 km away. Also visible are Mt. Barney and Mt. Lindsay. The nearest toilets and showers are at Maroon Dam or Rathdowney, 15mins away. The local area has a tourism focus with plenty of opportunities to explore the Scenic Rim. Mt. Maroon and Mt. Barney offer walking trails to the top, Lake Moogera and Maroon Dam are not far away for jetskis, kayaking and swimming and we also have several eateries within 25 minutes. Scenic Rim website has more details. Dog friendly. We have an abundance of wildlife from Wedge Tailed Eagles to Bettongs and Koala. We also get some dangerous snakes and 2.5mt Lace Monitors (Goannas). I often have campers bring telescopes and big cameras to take advantage of the long range views and dark night sky. Kids are classed as age 10 and under. If aged 11 and over, please book at adult rate.
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Biking
Hiking
Wildlife watching
Natural features
Forest
Mountainous
97%
1584 Ratings · 626 reviews
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Hannah P.recommends
September 8, 2024
Site 3 - Gumridge
Camping here was great! Peter was very welcoming and friendly he lead us up to the top site away from the quite groups! The views were amazing woke up above all the fog and clouds. We got a weekend with a bit of smoke from some fires but Peter had made us aware it’s nothing to worry about and kept checking on us! Our group had a lovely weekend away and would definitely go back!
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Rodney W.recommends
September 8, 2024
Site 5 - Gumridge
Camping with my dog
The view was great ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Hamantha G.recommends
September 5, 2024
Site 5 - Gumridge
Views were beautiful, Peter is a really friendly and lovely host. Looking forward to coming back again.
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Masaru N.recommends
September 4, 2024
Site 5 - Gumridge
Great site
The view was amazing and quiet. Peter was really nice and friendly. I would recommend and will be looking to go back in the future
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Julien G.recommends
August 27, 2024
Site 2 - Gumridge
Lower site
Great camp site with amazing views I went to the lower sites plenty of room there. Peter was very friendly and great to talk to.
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Caroline R.recommends
August 24, 2024
Site 4 - Gumridge
We camped up the top section further up the hill. It was very quiet and beautiful views. There’s trees in the way but it’s still very nice. The bottom section has clear views. There’s not much grass sites, mostly dirt so if it rains it’s going to be a wonderfully muddy time lol.
Location
Rathdowney, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung and Yugambeh First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Peter T.

Joined in October 2016
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