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Moonlight Dam walkers' camp

Moonlight Dam camping area is located on the edge of Moonlight Dam—a popular place for birds to drink at dusk.

Accessible by

High clearance 4WD
Trail bike
Bicycle
Walk-in

Camping area facilities

Toilets (non-flush)
Tent camping
Camper trailer camping
Tent camping beside car
Walking
Mountain biking
Scenic drive

Camping area features: A quiet camping area on the edge of Moonlight Dam—a popular place for birds to drink at dusk.

Location: from the Peak Downs Highway, turn west into Nebo-Glenden Road. Follow this road for 11.2 km and turn right into Turrawulla Road. From this intersection drive about 23 km, passing the Homevale-Mount Britton turn-off, to the signed right-hand turn into Moonlight Dam camping area. From this turn-off, it is 6 km to the camping area.

Access: 4WD vehicles are recommended.

Number of sites: open area without defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping; high-clearance camper trailers.

Camp site surface: grass.

Facilities: pit toilet and tank water (treat before drinking).

Open fires: 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, reliable torch. 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 recommended.