Forest Den National Park Outback Queensland

Four Mile Waterhole camping area

Camp in solitude near the banks of Torrens Creek under the shade of coolabah trees and river red gums. Spot sugar gliders and brushtail possums in the river-side trees at night.

Accessible by

  • High clearance 4WD

Camping area facilities

  • Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
  • Tent camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Tent camping beside car
  • Scenic drive

Camping area features: open bush camping sites near the banks of Torrens Creek.

Location: 8.5km from the park entrance.

Access: the camping area can only be reached in dry weather, and only by 4WD vehicle. Camper trailers are permitted but access is unsuitable for caravans.

Number of sites: open area without defined sites.

Campsites are suitable for: tent camping beside your vehicle, and camper trailers.

Camp site surface: dirt.

Facilities: none.

Open fires: permitted, 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 allowed.

Essentials to bring: all food and drinking water, sturdy rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, first-aid kit, communication equipment, reliable torch, vehicle spares and sufficient fuel. Read more about before you visit.

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

Mobile phone coverage: unavailable; satellite phones and UHF radios (local channel 29) recommended.

Visiting safely

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

  • There are currently no park alerts for this park.