Mount Barney National Park Brisbane

Watch the Mount Barney safety video to plan your visit

There is no easy way to climb Mount Barney and preparation is the key to a safe and enjoyable visit. The safety video only takes 4.5 minutes to watch but it could save you from being caught out overnight or being rescued.

Barrabool remote bush camp

Barrabool remote camping area has three, small sites in montane heath between rocky outcrops.

Accessible by

Walk-in

Campground facilities

Walking
Tent camping
Long walk to tent

Camping area features: Three, small sites in montane heath between rocky outcrops. Limited protection in windy weather. Unusual views of Mount Barney and Mount Maroon.

Location: Grid Reference: 687-719, GPS Reference: 56J 0468744 6872029 (WGS84)

Access: Nearest vehicle access is by 2WD to the Lower Portals car park on Lower Portals Road south of Rathdowney.

Number of sites: Open area without separately-defined sites. Maximum of 6 people.

Camp sites are suitable for: self-sufficient, walk-in camping.

Camp site surface: Rock and soil. Can be very wet.

Facilities: None. Must be self-sufficient. Water collected from creeks should be treated before drinking. All rubbish (including food scraps) must be carried out.

Open fires: Prohibited. Use fuel stoves only.

Generator use: Not allowed.

Essentials to bring: Drinking water, extra food, first-aid kit, topographic map, compass, torch, warm clothing, wet weather gear, rubbish bags, insect repellent, fuel or gas stove and a small trowel for burying faecal waste. Read more about before you visit.

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

Mobile phone coverage: Average. You might need to use 07 prefix if calling Queensland numbers.