Emu Swamp camping area
Camp near Emu Swamp dam offering wide open space and fantastic wildlife viewing.
Accessible by
- 4WD
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Tent camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Tent camping beside car
- Walking
Camp near Emu Swamp dam.
Photo credit: Eleanor Collins © Queensland Government
Camping area features: open camping area close to Emu Swamp dam, minimal shade.
Location: 20.5km from the turnoff to the park entrance.
Maps: Blackbraes National Park map
Access: by four-wheel-drive vehicles and camper trailers only. Care must be taken on the parks unsealed roads.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car and camper trailers.
Camp site surface: dirt.
Facilities: none.
Open fires: camp fires are permitted in the fire rings provided, except when fire prohibitions or fire bans are in place. Bring clean firewood such as untreated, mill off-cuts—collecting firewood from the park is prohibited. Fuel stoves are recommended.
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 camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Blackbraes safely and camp with care.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.