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McSweeny Haven

96%

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157 reviews

· Kilkivan, Queensland · 200 acres

Hosted by Neville M.

23 RV/tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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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.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.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 13 meters allowed

Pull-through unit

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Ask about surface levelness

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

21 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firepit

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

On leash

Bins available

Trash bin

No drinking water

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 7:00 AM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair accessible

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Fossicking experience

AU$25.00

This rate is per person per day. All fossickers must have a Qld fossicking permit before any fossicking is permitted and follow the Qld fossicking Act including no use of machinery or pumps

BYO Horses experience

AU$15.00

We have over 300 acres where you are welcome to ride your own horse. All horses are the responsibility of their owner and you will have to bring your own temporary fencing.

Reviews

96% Recommend217 ratings · 157 reviews

McSweeny's campsite offers a serene escape with plenty of space to spread out and explore. Visitors often mention the friendly and helpful host, Neville, who ensures campers are comfortable by providing firewood and local insights. The setting is perfect for those looking to enjoy nature with the added bonus of prospecting for gold in the creek. Despite the occasional rain, the overall experience is peaceful and rejuvenating, making it a frequent choice for repeat campers.

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Joshua C.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Peaceful!

Tent · With kids

This place is just beautiful, I'm already counting down the days until my next camping trip here.

Wade M.

11 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Peaceful

Tent

Always a great stay. Thanks Neville for the firewood and maintained campground.

Stephen P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Great place

Tent

Beautiful farmland with fresh creek running through. Old gold mining settlement to explore. Plenty of things to do for everyone. Neville is welcoming and easy going. I will definitely be returning.

Ellouise S.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

L

3 m travel trailer

Yet another lovely stay at Mcsweeny's. Our returns say it all. Nev is an amazing host and it is always great to see him and his dogs! Thanks again Nev!

Amanda B.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

Tent

We enjoyed this place very much. We camped next to a running stream where we could easily fossick for gold and have a camp fire! Neville is a lovely man!

Stephen K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

McSweeny Haven

7 m Class A

Great location small waterhole for cooling off Neville dropped around free firewood location was peaceful and great spot to relax thoroughly recommend roos on the horizon cattle wandered through the camping area - rural feel

Location

Kilkivan, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dyungungoo (Gubbi Gubbi) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking