Pyramid camping area
Pyramid campground is situated in the upper level of the gorge, the camping area is the starting point for the 2.
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
- Trail bike
- Bicycle
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Picnic tables
- Toilets (non-flush)
- Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
- Tent camping
- Caravan camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Motor home camping
- Tent camping beside car
- Walking
Tent site.
Photo credit: Queensland Government
Camping area features: situated in the upper level of the gorge, the camping area is the starting point for the 2.4km return Pyramid track that leads down into the gorge.
Location: 500m from the park entrance and 2.5kms from Mount Emu Plains Road.
Access: when dry, the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicles as well as trailers, caravans and buses, with care.
Number of sites: 22 numbered sites.
| Site no. | Site type | Site dimensions | Capacity (people) | Disabled access | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—drive through | 6 | Yes | None |
| 2 | Caravan/camper trailer | Medium—reverse into | 6 | No | Fire ring |
| 3 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—drive through | 6 | Yes | None |
| 4 | Caravan/camper trailer | Medium— reverse into | 6 | No | Picnic table, fire ring |
| 5 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—reverse into | 6 | No | Fire ring |
| 6 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large— reverse into | 6 | No | Picnic table |
| 7 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—reverse into | 6 | No | Fire ring |
| 8 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—reverse into | 6 | No | Fire ring |
| 9 | Tent | 6m x 5m tent pad | 6 | No | Picnic table, fire ring |
| 10 | Tent | 5m x 3m tent pad | 4 | No | Cooking table, fire ring |
| 11 | Caravan/camper trailer | Medium—reverse into | 6 | No | None |
| 12 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—reverse into | 6 | Yes | Wheelchair accessible picnic table, fire ring |
| 13 | Tent | 6m x 5m tent pad | 6 | No | Picnic table, fire ring |
| 14 | Caravan/camper trailer | Medium—reverse into | 6 | No | Picnic table, fire ring |
| 15 | Tent | 5m x 3m tent pad | 4 | No | Cooking table, fire ring |
| 16 | Tent | 6m x 5m tent pad | 6 | No | Cooking table, fire ring |
| 17 | Caravan/camper trailer | Medium—reverse into | 6 | No | Picnic table |
| 18 | Tent | 6m x 5m tent pad | 6 | Yes | Wheelchair-accessible picnic table, fire ring |
| 19 | Tent | 5m x 3m tent pad | 4 | No | Cooking table, fire ring |
| 20 | Tent | 5m x 3m tent pad | 4 | No | Cooking table, fire ring |
| 21 | Tent | 6m x 5m tent pad | 6 | No | Picnic table, fire ring |
| 22 | Caravan/camper trailer | Large—reverse into | 6 | No | None, fire ring |
Campsites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car, caravans, camper trailers, small and large motor homes and large groups. Refer to tables above for details.
Campsite surface: dirt.
Facilities: composting toilets and picnic tables.
Open fires: Camp fires are only permitted in the fire rings provided. All sites with the exception of site number 1, 3, 6, 11 and 17 have fire rings. Firewood is not to be collected from the national park.
Generators: not allowed.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, fuel or gas stove and rubbish bags. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Advance bookings required for holiday periods.
Mobile phone coverage: not available.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Porcupine Gorge safely and camp with care.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.