Desert camping in Queensland with hiking

Rainforests, surf beaches, waterfalls, mountains and easy access to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

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Adavale Farm

15 sites · RVs, Tents40000 acres · Langlo, QLD
Our property is located 67km North West of Chareville on Adavale Road. We are in the Queensland Outback on 40,000 acres. Our large sites offer the perfect place to base yourself and explore or to just relax and enjoy the serenity. Our sites have access to amenities including toilet, shower and laundry. We also have areas for table tennis, hand ball and yabbying for the kids to enjoy. We welcome guests to join us for the animal feeding each afternoon, please let us know if you would like to do this. The lookout camp sites are located 3kms from the main camping area and facilities and is for fully self contained campers only. Come soak up the sunset and stunning views in the afternoon. You can also explore the unique caves and rock formations. and enjoy some wildlife watching. New cave walk is a must see. Enjoy a BBQ on the mountain overlooking the property and have your own personal campfire or join in with your fellow campers at the communal campfire. Plenty of firewood to collect. This location provides you with some great photo opportunities. We welcome guests to join us for the animal feeding each afternoon, please let us know if you would like to do this. We are also only a short drive from the Langlo River which is a great spot to catch a fish, go kayaking, swim or just relax by the water. Pets are welcome but must be on a leash at all times to protect the livestock and wildlife.
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Desert camping in Queensland with hiking guide

Overview

It’s easy to find a camping spot to suit any interest in a state as large as Queensland. With 7,000 km of Pacific Ocean coastline and a richly diverse interior of everything from ancient rainforests to arid outback landscapes, you'll find plenty of options. Choose from some 1,000 national parks, forests and other protected areas, and a host of other camping sites. From the golden beaches and green hinterland of the Gold Coast in the south to the rugged loneliness of Cape York to the north, and the extraordinary Great Barrier Reef offshore, campers are spoiled for choice.

South East Queensland

With the state capital Brisbane as your starting point, head to Queensland’s first National Park, Lamington National Park (established in 1915), for cooler climes and ancient Gondwana rainforests. The south-east’s subtropical climate means lots of sunshine, perfect for any camping trip.

Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef

is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, with island and mainland camping to suit all, with a choice of 19 National Parks. Don flippers and snorkel and hit the water, explore the 165-million-year-old

Rainforest, or head inland to the wonders of

to camp near ancient lava tubes.

Sunshine Coast

Living up to its name, the Sunshine Coast basks in its many natural attractions, from 100km of beaches to forested hinterland. Spot koalas in Noosa National Park, take a kayak up-river to camp in the Noosa Everglades, or head north along the beach in the Great Sandy National Park. The volcanic peaks of the Glass House Mountains National Park offer hikers and climbers a challenge.

Whitsundays

From Airlie Beach, take off for the green islands of Whitsunday Islands National Park or stick to the coast, exploring Conway National Park, where you may be joined by rock wallabies. Despite its holiday atmosphere, it’s easy to get away from it all. The best islands for hiking and camping are Whitsunday Island and Hook Island.

Southern Great Barrier Reef Region

Straddling the Tropic of Capricorn, this somewhat under-rated region has much to offer. Visit in summer for turtle nesting and hatching at Mon Repos Conservation Park, or head offshore to Lady Elliot Island. The main towns are Bundaberg and Gladstone, but it’s worth checking out the coastal villages of Agnes Water and 1770 or heading inland to explore the trails and gorges of the spectacular Carnarvon National Park.

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