Blackbraes National Park Outback Queensland | Townsville | Tropical North Queensland

Hospital Spring, Blackbraes NP Photo credit: Fiona O'Grady © Queensland Government

Emu Swamp camping area

Camp near Emu Swamp dam with minimal shade on a dirt surface.

Accessible by

  • 4WD

Campground facilities

  • Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
  • Tent camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Tent camping beside car
  • Walking
  • Mountain biking
  • Trail bike riding
Image of Camp near Emu Swamp dam. Photo: Eleanor Collins, Queensland Government.

Camp near Emu Swamp dam. Photo: Eleanor Collins, Queensland Government.

Camping area features: a camp near Emu Swamp dam with minimal shade.

Location: 20.5km from the park entrance.

Maps: Blackbraes National Park map (PDF, 81.4KB)

Access: the camping area can be reached by four-wheel-drive vehicles and camper trailers only. Care must be taken.

Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car, camper trailers and large groups.

Camp site surface: dirt.

Facilities: none.

Open fires: camp fires are permitted in the fire rings provided. Firewood is not to be collected from the national park.

Generators: not permitted.

Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, fuel or gas stove, trowel or shovel and suitable clothing for cold nights. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.

Mobile phone coverage: not available.

Upcoming campsite availability

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Blackbraes safely and camp with care.

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