Wongi Waterholes camping area
Wongi Waterholes camping area features camping amongst the eucalypt forest near the edges of the Wongi waterholes. Simply relax by the waterholes observing the abundant wildlife.
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
- Trail bike
- Horse
- Bicycle
- Walk-in
- Boat
Camping area facilities
- Generators allowed (conditions apply)
- Picnic tables
- Toilets (flush)
- Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
- Tent camping
- Caravan camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Campervan camping
- Motor home camping
- Shower cubicle (BYO shower)
- Tent camping beside car
- Walking
- Mountain biking
- Horseriding
- Scenic drive
- Trail bike riding
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Dogs permitted (on leash)
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Photo credit: Nicole Wattz © Queensland Government
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Photo credit: Sophia Levy © Queensland Government
Always check
- Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
- Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
- Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
- Your camping permit is booked.
- Any park-specific camping information for
Wongi.
- Visiting Wongi safely for important safety information.
Camp among open forest at Wongi Waterholes camping area.
Photo credit: Brian Tighe, Queensland Government.
Features: camp amongst the eucalypt forest near the edges of the Wongi waterholes. Simply relax by the waterholes observing the abundant wildlife. Enjoy an easy walk on the trail along the waters edge, or go canoeing on the tranquil waters.
Location: turn off Warrah Road onto Access Road and follow directional signage to the camping or day-use area. Parking is available next to your camp site or at the day-use area.
Map:
Access: the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle in dry weather conditions. It is accessible for trailers; caravans; buses; motor homes.
Caution: the access roads can be severely corrugated.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites. Maximum of 100 people at the site.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car; caravans; camper trailers; motor homes; large groups.
Camp site surface: bare earth.
Facilities: flushing toilets, cold showers and picnic tables provided. A small amount of tank water (unsuitable for drinking) is provided.
Open fires: prohibited. Fuel or gas stoves are recommended.
Generator use: allowed. Only generators that operate at or below 65dB(A) are allowed. Generators may be operated between 9am and 8pm only and owner must be present at the site when generator is in use.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.
Mobile phone coverage: is not reliable in Wongi State Forest. The nearest reliable mobile phone reception is at the junction of Warrah Road and Warrah Top Road.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Wongi safely and camp with care.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.