Beach and dog-friendly camping near Black River

A peaceful Townsville suburb with river-, beach-, and dam-side camping nearby.

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93% (291 reviews)

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2 top beach and dog-friendly campgrounds near Black River

  • Crystal Ridge
  • We loved how beautiful and private this spot was
  • Crystal Ridge
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(487)

Crystal Ridge

2 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Mutarnee, QLD
Welcome to Crystal Ridge, a peaceful location where you can enjoy peace and privacy.Campers can fish, swim, bird watch or just relax by the water and watch the cows grazing around the property. Nearby you'll find Mount Spec, Paluma Range National Park straddles the summit and escarpment of the Paluma Range, rising 1,000m above the Big Crystal Creek floodplain. This is the most southerly national park in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.Located approximately 45 minutes north of Townsville on the Bruce Highway, Mutarnee is a small peaceful hamlet nestled on the banks of beautiful Crystal Creek. At the local caravan park there's a small shop and service station and just a minute down the road you'll find the Crystal Creek boat ramp. There is great bushwalks in the area and place to mountain bike.Any camping set up is welcome to pull up on the flat, grassy site.You are welcome to bring your pet, but please ensure they are kept on a leash and under control. 
Campfires
Trash
from 
AU$32
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
  • Mungalla Station
  • Mungalla Station
  • Mungalla Station
93%
(118)

Mungalla Station

14 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Forrest Beach, QLD
Mungalla Cattle Station Camp (125kms north of Townsville, near Forest Beach) Campers MUST provide car registration details at time of booking.If you have your own tent, van or RV come and camp! Small dogs welcome. Flat sites, suitable for caravans and 2WD. Guests are welcome to use the worker's toilets and showers, though please keep in mind these are very basic if self-contained greywater can be dispersed on the ground.Mungalla Station is a historic cattle station near Ingham in North Queensland. Come and share a unique experience of the culture and history of Mungalla Station and its Aboriginal owners.Guests can meet the Nywaigi Aboriginal people, the Aboriginal traditional owners of the lands around Ingham in North Queensland. Experience our rich culture and history.Explore the property established by James Cassady, who fled the potato famine of Ireland and created a pastoral dynasty. Visit the birthplace of the world-famous Droughtmaster cattle breed, the original homestead, the graves of James Cassady and his son.Children under 6 stay for free. Do not include them at time of booking.We ask campers to please try to arrive before it gets dark. Please read all information provided carefully and only contact your host if absolutely necessary.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Trash
from 
AU$25
 / night
* Before taxes and fees
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Looking to go camping near Black River, Queensland in Australia? Hipcamp has over 112 options for you to choose from, with accommodations starting as low as $15 per night. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or bringing your caravan, you'll find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Crystal Creek (424 reviews), Bee Haven (196 reviews), and Crystal Ridge (112 reviews). Enjoy popular facilities like campfires, toilets, and rubbish facilities while participating in activities such as climbing, surfing, and hiking.

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