Kolan River Retreat

97%

· Moorland, Queensland · 100 acres

Hosted by Peter And Melinda A.

3 RV/tent sites

Peter and Melinda is a Star Host

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Located 25km north from Bundaberg Qld and Bargara is just 39km away with approximately 2km of saltwater river frontage, we offer fishermen a choice of walking the sand flats on the making tide to launching their boat at our ramp giving access all the way to the river mouth. With a large camp area, limited numbers taken, we offer peace and tranquility for those wanting to escape the crowds. Our charges are per person not site to make it more economical for those travelling alone or for those with large vans/motor homes that take up larger spaces. - Check in and out is flexible to suit individual needs - Portable water available - Dump Point located at entrance - Rubbish bins/recycle station provided at camp site and Dump point site. - Boat Ramp access on site 4WD access required - Porta Loos - Bush shower on site (gold coin donation appreciated) - Dogs allowed - but must be contained within your site and are to be kept on a lead at all times. -Drinking water on siteLarge flat grassed sites with absolute water frontage. The Kolan River is the perfect place to have a dip for the adults and kids with plenty of shallow areas and small swimming holes at low tide. Kolan River Retreat includes our very own private boat ramp (4WD access). Here you can drop the boat or kayaks in, grab your fishing rods and explore the Kolan. There is access to potable water, rubbish facilities, toilets and showers (it's a bush shower on site and a gold coin donation is appreciated to cover the water costs). If you have your own camping toilet, you can dispose of grey water at the dump point, located at the entrance. Dogs are welcome to camp with you but must be contained within your site and are to be kept on a lead at all times. There is access to drinking water a non-drinking water is available for washing down of boats etc. under pressure (please note there may be an occasional interruption due to maintenance). With approximately 2km of saltwater river frontage we offer fishermen the choice of walking the sand flats on the incoming tide, or you can launch your boat at our ramp giving you access all the way to the river mouth. With a large camp area, limited numbers taken, we offer peace and tranquility for those wanting to escape the crowds. Check in and out is flexible to suit individual needs.

RV details

Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 15 meters allowed

Pull-through site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Mostly level, may require a little bit of leveling

Surface levelness: flat

Mostly level, may require a little bit of leveling

No Fifth wheels and Class A RVs

Sewage hookup available

Gray water dump station. Dump point is located at the entrance

Generators allowed

to be switched off at 9pm. Quiet generators only allowed to operate between 8.00am and 9pm Generators are not to be operated continuously, maximum run time is 2 hours, on then a minimum 2 hours off.

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

10 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

On leash

Potable water available

Tap

Showers available

Hot water . Gold coin donation appreciated

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

97% Recommend33 ratings · 25 reviews

Kolan River Retreat offers a serene camping experience with ample space and friendly hosts, Peter and Melinda, who ensure guests feel welcome. The campsite is well-maintained, featuring clean toilets, hot showers, and fire pits that add to the comfort. Visitors appreciate the peaceful surroundings and enjoy activities like fishing, crabbing, and observing wildlife. However, potential downsides include limited mobile service and the presence of sandflies and mozzies near the water, but the tranquil setting and amenities generally leave campers eager to return.

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Leanne H.

11 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Great little spot

22 ft Class B

Great place to camp while visiting Bundy region. Friendly staff, very clean showers and toilets, plenty of room to spread out.

Amanda P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Tent

Very peaceful, well maintained camp area and amenities we’re very clean and cows really friendly it was a pleasure to watch them

Seriah C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Camping

Tent

We loved tent camping at Kolan River Retreat! The views were beautiful, adorable cows and directions were clear. There was another site nearby but they packed up at 8pm and left so we had the field to ourselves.

Gemma M.

5 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· January 2025

Beautiful

19 ft travel trailer · With kids

We loved camping at Kolan river retreat. Peter was such a lovely person very helpful. The property was amazing. Thank you

Max B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Great for young families!

32 ft pop-up camper · With kids

Fantastic, secluded spot and great for camping with the family including young kids. Peter and Melinda were great hosts and the kids are still talking about Peter and his tractor. Great getaway from the grind of everyday life with access to the river via the boat ramp onsite, and easy driving distance to Bundy central and Moore Park Beach. Recommended.

Charné S.

5 reviews

Recommends

· December 2024

Peaceful river camping

30 ft Class B

We loved Kolan River Retreat and would highly recommend it. Large open grass flat to camp on beside the river. Firepits are nice to have. Toilet and shower were an added bonus and very clean. Thank you. We will be back.

Location

Moorland, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Taribelang Bunda and Gureng Gureng First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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