Dogwood Creek camping area
This forest is a major supplier of cypress pine—so expect to see logging trucks. The state forest is known for providing good fishing opportunities after rains and is a haven for wildlife watchers.
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Tent camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Tent camping beside car
- Walking
- Dogs permitted (on leash)
Dogwood Creek camping area.
Photo credit: John Cambourn © Queensland Government
Camping area features: Open woodland setting adjacent to Dogwood Creek
Location: 19km north-west of the Barakula Forest Station. Follow the signs to the Dogwood Creek camping area.
Access: the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle in dry weather only. It is accessible for trailers; off-road high clearance caravans and small off-road high clearance motorhomes.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites. Maximum of 40 people.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car; walk-in camping; off-road high clearance caravans; camper trailers; small off-road high clearance motorhomes.
Camp site surface: dirt.
Facilities: None.
Open fires: allowed (except when fire bans apply). Fuel stoves are recommended.
Generator use: prohibited.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent, clean-milled firewood. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online, over-the-counter or if you cannot book through one of these channels, phone 13QGOV (13 74 68). Mobile phone charges may apply.
Mobile phone coverage: not available.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Barakula safely and camp with care.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.