Camping area features: located beside Big Crystal Creek, this camping area is a popular swimming and picnic spot and a good place for birdwatching.

Location: 4km from the park entrance along the unsealed Spiegelhauer Road.

Map: Big Crystal Creek camping area map (PDF, 224.5KB)

Access: the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicles. It is accessible to camper trailers. Large caravans and buses larger than 22 seaters are not recommended because it is a relatively small area with a narrow access road through the camping area.

Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car, walk-in camping, camper trailers, campervans and motorhomes.

Camp site surface: sand, dirt or grass.

Facilities: flushing toilets, cold showers, picnic tables and gas barbecues.

Open fires: allowed in fire rings only (except when fire bans apply).

Generators: permitted, but must only be operated at less than 65dB(A), when measured 7m from the generator and only between 9am and 12pm (midday).

Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags and insect repellent. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Advance bookings are advisable, especially during school holidays, when the camping area is extremely popular.

Mobile phone coverage: good.

Upcoming camping area availability

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Mount Spec safely and camp with care.