Ups n Downs, Bushland with Lagoon

97%

60 reviews

· Mackay, Queensland · 56 acres

Hosted by Karen And Garry B.

10 RV/tent sites

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Enjoy a hobby farm experience whilst camping amongst beautiful bushland of shady trees or overlooking a lagoon. Peace and quiet is guaranteed on this 56 acre property located only 15 minutes to Mackay. Enjoy a bush walk on the property or take a 2 minute walk to river where you can try your luck catching a fish or two. (No fishing allowed in property lagoon as its for swimming and paddling etc). Our property has horses and cattle, creating many photo opportunities as they like to socialise with visitors across the fence. You will need to be a self-contained camper who brings their own camping toilet/shower. Potable water is available on property if you're running low. Bring your own fire pit its lovely to enjoy a fire and quiet drink relaxing. Don't feel like cooking? That's ok because you can take a 5-minute drive to the local watering hole, the General Gordon Hotel for a meal and beverage. This property is a great base to explore the tourist attractions around Mackay, Sarina and Pioneer Vally and the Whitsunday Islands. Various locations on property for you to choose from. Lagoon front amongst the paperbarks, lagoon side view which requires 4WD access for slight hill to access view. Once up top plenty of flat land to choose from.Enjoy a hobby farm experience whilst camping amongst beautiful bushland of shady trees or overlooking a lagoon. Peace and quiet is guaranteed on this 56 acre property located only 15 minutes to Mackay. Enjoy a bush walk on the property or take a 5 minute walk to river where you can try your luck catching a fish or two. Our property has horses and cattle, creating a photo opportunity as they like to socialise with visitors across the fence. You will need to be a self-contained camper who brings their own camping toilet/shower. Potable water is available on property if you're running low. Don't feel like cooking? That's ok because you can take a 5 minute drive to the local watering hole, the General Gordon Hotel, for a meal and beverage. This property is a great base to explore the tourist attractions of Mackay, Sarina, Pioneer Valley and the Whitsunday Islands. Pets welcome.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Camper Trailers, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 14 meters allowed

Our sites allow you to pull in or back in. Many locations available on the 56 acres of land to choose from.

Pull-in site

Our sites allow you to pull in or back in. Many locations available on the 56 acres of land to choose from.

Accommodates slideouts

Our sites allow you to pull in or back in. Many locations available on the 56 acres of land to choose from.

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: flat

Water connection available

Drinking water is available on property to refill tanks in caravans or camp water bottles.

Generators allowed

Generators are allowed for day and night use between the hours of 7am and 10pm.

No electrical connection

No sewage connection

15 minute drive and you will find the nearest dump point for your toilets. All camps must be self contained or have a camping port-a-loo

No TV connection

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

2 guests max per site

Pets allowed

Pets welcome but need to be well behaved as there are horses, cow and our dog Molly.

No campfires

Fires are welcome but you will need to bring your above ground fit pit and leave without trace.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Potable water available

No showers

Pack it out

Leave with no trace

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

Leave it better

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

Drinking Watergood

AU$0.00

Drinking Water available on site. Can refill water tanks in caravans, RV's, camper trailers or other water bottles.

Firewood bundlegood

AU$15.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood. You host will deliver your fire wood upon request.

Reviews

97% Recommend72 ratings · 60 reviews

Ups and Downs offers a peaceful and expansive camping experience, with the highlight being its serene lagoon and friendly farm animals. Karen and Gary, the hosts, are repeatedly praised for their welcoming nature and helpfulness. While the location provides a tranquil escape with abundant wildlife, some reviews mention the presence of mosquitoes and the need to access the site through a farm gate. Overall, it's a great spot for those looking to unwind close to nature while still being within reach of Mackay.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Dianne W.

5 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

How's the serenity?

6 m pop-up camper

We spent one night at Ups and Downs. Karen and Gary met us at the gate and showed us the options for sites (options are endless!). It was quiet, pretty and (as we were the only ones there) private. A glorious afternoon and evening!

Ross B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

Absolutely delightful!

13 m Class A

We loved our couple of days with Karen & Gary, plus their gorgeous dogs. The camping site around the lagoon is very peaceful.

Ann N.

4 reviews

Recommends

· September 2023

5 m travel trailer

Karen was so welcoming and met us personally to welcome us and show us our options for setting up camp next to the lovely lagoon. We had daily visits from the friendly cows and the site was so quiet apart from the lovely birdsong. Easy drive to Mackay with couple of pubs a short drive away.

Roger B.

3 reviews

Recommends

· September 2023

Paradise

7 m travel trailer

Beautiful paddocks to camp in next to the lagoon, private, safe great place to just relax watching the inquisitive cows and listening to bird song

Jordan L.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2023

5 m car

Great size land, undulating grassy ground with shadey spots down by the lagoon. No mozzies, friendly farm animals. 15 mins to town, no light polution.

Courtney S.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2023

A wonderful spot!!

Tent

A lovely quiet camp spot overlooking the lagoon, feels like you are out bush when really you’re close to home (Mackay for us). Booked very last minute, thanks to Karen and Garry for being so accomodating, we will be back!!

Location

Mackay, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuwi First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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