Burdekin River camping area
The camping area is located in a peaceful setting on the banks of the Burdekin River, with no facilities.
Accessible by
- High clearance 4WD
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Generators allowed (conditions apply)
- Picnic tables
- Tent camping
- Caravan camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Campervan camping
- Tent camping beside car
Camp site 1, Burdekin River camping area.
Photo credit: Queensland Government
Camping area features: a peaceful setting on the banks of the Burdekin River, with no facilities.
Location: near the entrance to the park, 700 metres from the main gate.
Access: access is along an unsealed section of road, and is only accessible to four-wheel-drive vehicles. Proceed with care in times of wet weather, especially if travelling with a trailer, the road can become rough and boggy with minor rainfall.
Number of sites: four numbered sites.
| Site no. | Site type | Description | Capacity(people) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tent/camper trailer/ campervan/caravan | Large Burdekin Plum trees shade this site on the bank of the Burdekin River. Pedestrian access to river. | 8 (2 vehicles) |
| 2 | Tent/camper trailer/ campervan/caravan | Moreton Bay Ash trees surround this site on the bank of the Burdekin River. Pedestrian access to river. | 8 (2 vehicles) |
| 3 | Tent | An open site with afternoon shade. Access to river within walking distance. | 8 (2 vehicles) |
| 4 | Tent/camper trailer/ campervan/caravan | A partly shaded site close to Fletcher Creek. Pedestrian access to creek. | 8 (2 vehicles) |
Camp site 3, Burdekin River camping area.
Photo credit: Queensland Government
Camp site 4, Burdekin River camping area.
Photo credit: Queensland Government
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car; campervans; off road caravans and camper trailers.
Camp site surface: dirt.
Facilities: none.
Open fires: permitted only 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 national park is prohibited.
Generators: allowed, between the hours of 9am and 12pm (midday) and must operate at a noise level of less than 65dB(A) at a distance of 7 metres.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent and gas stove. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.
Mobile phone coverage: limited and unreliable.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Dalrymple safely and camp with care.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.