Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk Sunshine Coast

Photo credit: Adam Creed © Queensland Government

Thilba Thalba walkers' camp

Thilba Thalba walkers' camp is set in open eucalypt forest and sited to catch the morning sun.

Accessible by

  • Walk-in

Camping area facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Tent camping
  • Long walk to tent
  • Walking

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Walkers’ camp features: camp sites surrounded by sheoaks with a grassy understorey. The elevated camp sites are close to the Thilba Thalba viewpoint that boasts spectacular views over the Gheerulla valley.

Location: Thilba Thalba walkers' camp is 13.5km one-way from Ubajee walkers' camp. See Thalba Thalba walkers’ camp map (PDF, 202.5KB) for details.

Access: The walkers’ camp is only accessible by foot.

Number of sites: There are 12 camp sites within this walkers' camp. The recommended number of people who can stay at each camp site is two. The maximum capacity of the walkers’ camping area is 24 people.

Camp sites are suitable for: Walk-in camping only.

Camp site surface: Soil and leaf litter.

Facilities: Toilet. A platform seat is provided at each camp site.

Open fires: Prohibited—fuel or gas stove only.

Generators: Prohibited.

Essentials to bring: Fuel or gas stove, adequate drinking water, water treatment tablets or purification system, insect repellent, washing up basin, ground sheet to place under your tent to prevent wear, warm clothes and wet weather gear. Read more about planning your walk.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Book in advance for all weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Bookings can be made up to 12 months in advance.

Mobile phone coverage: Reliable at the camp site. Check mobile coverage with your service provider before booking a camp site. See information on emergency beacon devices.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Sunshine Coast Great Walk safely and camp with care.