25 acres hosted by James L.
30 Vehicle/Tent sites
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Activities
Boating
Fishing
Horseback riding
Paddling
Natural features
Lake
66% 
145 Ratings · 96 reviews
Sam R.doesn't recommend
September 7, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Powered
There Is Water, But Not Much Else.
I’d like to begin by thanking Doug, who generously offered us the use of his personal washing machine after discovering the public machines weren’t working. Unfortunately, this was one of the few positives of our stay.
The public washing machines were filled with dirty water and didn’t function properly. The toilets were unclean and lacked toilet paper, and the showers were poorly maintained with some doors not locking, making them difficult to use—especially with unreliable hot water. The site itself was sloping, and we had to place chocks under our caravan legs to get it even remotely level.
The buildings were run-down, with scrap metal and random items scattered across the property. While the dam was a nice feature, the cost of staying here didn’t feel justified. After giving it a full 7-night stay, I wouldn’t return unless you’re only interested in the water and can overlook the poor condition of the amenities and atmosphere.
Deborah M.doesn't recommend
August 20, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Powered
The area is beautiful and picturesque but unfortunately the amenities are way under par.
A new amenities block and a definitive boundary between the permanent residents of the park and the camping area would provide extra feeling of security
Holly N.recommends
August 9, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Powered
Such great open spaces and nicely spread out in the powered section (where we stayed), lovely water views, easy check in and friendly staff :) Would love to come back with a big group, would spread out nicely and be a good time
Michael G.doesn't recommend
July 1, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Powered
Hostile Residents
Host was friendly and helpful, we had no issues at all with the host. If I had read the reviews before booking I would have known that the resort is quite run down and one half of it is for permanent residents with at least some of them being parolies from the prison near by. Some of the "permanent residents" are hostile, one particular resident kept walking back and forth past our camp-site with a metal pipe making threats. I would never take children to this camp ground, the people living there are not safe. There are no water hook ups on the powered sites either and no where to dump garbage. The resort has a lot of potential but needs a ton of work
Jason W.doesn't recommend
June 23, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Unpowered
Not what the photos suggest
Overall experience was negative. When I first looked at this location the photos were positive. After arriving it was clear that this wasn’t the case. The park is filled with old caravans, machinery and road traffic all night. The toilets and shower have clearly never been cleaned filled spiderwebs. Lake views were nice, but not accessible as SEQ water own land and has restricted access with yellow boundary markers.
The only positive was the camp site was flat, After the one night we left and will never return.
Chris M.doesn't recommend
June 16, 2024
Lake Atkinson Waterfront Powered
It's a bit rough.
Plenty of potential if it was managed a bit better.
Hosted by James L.
Joined in July 2021Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 3 hours
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