Discover the best campgrounds near Hamilton Island, Queensland

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Hamilton Island

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Gully Getaway

17 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Proserpine, QLD

Bush camping along the banks of a seasonal Gully that is lined with huge, majestic paperbark trees. There are 10 separate camp spots and all have a slashed track to the pit toilet. 3 in shady areas away from the gully that are suitable for Caravans. 3 located near the Gully, suitable for Caravans and larger groups and 4 that are located near the Gully but only suitable for camp trailers, roof top tents and smaller groups. Enjoy nature and feel free to explore the gully with it's many natural bridges and hidden animal habitats. As this is a working family farm, cattle from the remaining property will graze this Gully block from time to time so all gates must remain closed. We also ask that children are supervised at all times and advise that the Gully is not suitable for swimming. Kelsey Creek is a cane farming district and a small gauge train line goes past the property which makes for a lovely rural experience. Keep an eye out for the glow in the sky and you might get to witness a cane fire also. Being only 7 minutes west of Proserpine it is well located to take in the beauty of the Whitsundays. Gully Getaway is in an Environmental Protection Zone that restricts trees being felled and the removal of debris in the watercourse, so please do not use for firewood.

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Ben Lomond Station

6 sites · RVs, Tents1800 acres · Hideaway Bay, QLD

Ben Lomond Station is an 1800 acre working cattle station 25 minutes south of Bowen and 35 minutes north of Airlie Beach on the Whitsundays. We border onto Eden Lassie Creek which has tidal ocean access for saltwater fishing and there is an abundance of estuary fishing and crab spots available. We are a nature based camping area. Cleared shady camping spots are available for fully self contained campers as there are currently no facilities available so you must have own camping toilet and leave no trace. Access to the camping area is for 4WD only with caravans off road and high clearance. Firewood is available for a small fee or you can collect any fallen timber yourself. There is a ban on cutting down any standing timber even it is dead. There is plenty of room to run for the kids and dogs though we do ask that your pet not annoy our cattle or other campers. Ben Lomond station has an abundance of flora and fauna such as burdekin plum trees, mango trees, wallabies, kangaroos and bird and fish species.

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Oh Deere Farm Stay and Sugar Cane Farm

16 sites · RVs, TentsCalen, QLD

A beautiful area to camp and learn more about Sugar Cane as we have travelled a lot ourselves with our large family in a caravan we want to offer other families an affordable place to stay. We are on a cane farm and have flat grassy area suitable for all types of vehicles, tents, camper trailers, caravans or just swags. The house site is a large area around the main homestead of the property with toilet and shower facilities right there, including washing machine and dryer at a small cost for your convenience, also a BBQ that can be used with table and chairs also, come and have a drink and a chat in the afternoons and if wether and wind permit and no fire bans in place a chat around the fire pot.We are just off the Bruce Highway 1 hr from Airlie Beach and 45 minutes from Mackay. Safe to pull up and leave your van while you go sight seeing in our beautiful area.

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Ballantyne's Strawberry Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Mount Charlton, QLD

Nestled in the foothills of Eungella National Park, in behind Calen (Camerons Pocket), this great campsite offers you the opportunity to go swimming, fishing in the fresh water, put a tube in the creek and relax by a campfire. Oh, and there's berries! You will be camping right beside St Helen Creek, just a throwing distance from the Strawberry Farm which is open during the winter months (July- September). There is access to toilets and showers, but you will need to bring your own drinking water. You are welcome to have a small campfire in one of our dedicated firepits, and enjoy the starry skies at night. This campsite offers the perfect experience for the whole family. For an additional fee, you can pick strawberries from July- September. Blueberry picking is from October to January. There is lots of wildlife around from kookaburras to kangaroos. Plenty of places to swim if you wanted it to be more private. The campsite area is 2WD accessible and we can accommodate tents through to caravans, campervans and larger camping vehicles. No pets please.

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Mushroom Valley Eco Camp

19 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Yalboroo, QLD

Everybody Welcome! Just bring a great attitude and enjoy a peaceful stay :) Located on the beautiful O'Connell River, this camp site is surrounded by gorgeous landscapes including a mountain range and the river. The property boasts many areas to go for walks, enjoy the wildlife and relax. You can enjoy spacious camping choices either along the river or on other selected areas throughout the property (we will show you where). We always ensure a limited number of campers so you get the space and tranquility you deserve on your camping trip. No side by side camping, always spacious and comfortable. There is access to a large number of compostable toilets and 4 cold showers on site. Wildlife is in abundance throughout the property and includes grazing wallabies, ducks and birdlife which are an everyday occurrence. The property is also the home of our Festival - Mushroom Valley, throughout the site you will find different pieces of artwork, decor and permanent structures that bring artistic life to the site. We are a friendly and relaxed family who live on the site and we look forward to welcoming you to our little piece of paradise. Well behaved pets are welcome, please discuss with us upon booking :)

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Ironbark Ridge Camp Midgepoint

6 sites · RVs, Tents115 acres · Proserpine, QLD

Set up camp on our grassy paddock shaded by beautiful big gum trees and surrounded by nature.We frequently have visiting Wallabies, Echidnas, Possums and even our resident pair of Wedge Tailed Eagles. For those with a 4WD, you can venture to the top of the mountain to take in the breathtaking 270 degree sea and valley views.Guests are required to be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.There are plenty of bushwalking tracks on the 115 acre property and we are only a 5 min drive to the beach and boat ramp where you can enjoy awesome crabbing and fishing via boat or foot.Campfires are welcome, please check local restrictions before lighting a fire and monitor them at all times.Pets are permitted on a request basis only. Contact your host if you would like to bring your pet with you.

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BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

193 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Cannonvale, QLD

Looking for Airlie Beach accommodation with a whole lot of activities?! BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort in Airlie Beach is one big Whitsunday holiday destination in itself. Nowhere in the Whitsundays will you find so much fun in one place. You’ll probably spend hours on the BIG, HUGE, MEGA waterslide park and in our resort lagoon-style pool, the biggest in Airlie Beach. Then you can choose from tennis, mini golf, jumping pillows, pedal karts, Kids Craft Club, outdoor cinema, poolside massages, our Animal Park… the list goes on! As one of Queensland’s leading resort holiday parks, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort offers a range of accommodations from tropical landscaped campsites and purpose-built dormitory style accommodation for groups, to self-contained studios, one, two and three-bedroom cabins, offering the ultimate holiday escape.

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Camping near Hamilton Island guide

Overview

Hamilton Island—with its well-connected airport to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane—lies at the heart of the 74 islands within the Whitsunday Islands. It’s the natural jumping-off point for Whitsunday camping as well as beach camping within the national parks of the Great Barrier Reef. Try Whitehaven Beach, Chance Bay, Joe’s Beach, Nari’s Beach, or Dugong Beach on Whitsunday Island, or Crayfish Beach or Maureen’s Cove on Hook Island. Have an entire island to yourself at the national park’s Henning Island, where the Northern Spit camping area and its sandy beach are a popular rest stop for kayakers paddling the Whitsunday Ngaro Sea Trail.

Where to go

Whitsunday Island

Whitehaven Beach is the poster child for Whitsunday Island, and is often voted among the top 10 beaches in the world. Its dazzling white silica sand and turquoise waters are the main attractions for beach walking, swimming, and snorkelling, while a small campsite sits tucked in among the bushland on the beach in the southern corner of a sweeping bay. Walk across Hill Inlet at low tide to reach the lookout point at Tongue Point for sweeping views of the national park, beach, and islands.

Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach is the first stop for any Whitsunday Island holiday and one of Queensland’s favourite holiday playgrounds. Boats depart daily for the islands, but there is plenty to do in the town itself, with its free waterfront lagoon, markets and tour operators. Book a day trip to the islands to snorkel on fringing reefs and coral gardens at Hayman Island, kayak at south Molle Island, or swim among tropical fish at Maureen’s Cove.

Great Barrier Reef

The Whitsunday Islands lay within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and are a dream destination for campers, snorkellers, scuba divers, kayakers and nature lovers. Book a boat tour to visit the outer reef, where water clarity is at its best, and scuba diving and snorkelling are superb. Around the islands, the best snorkelling locations to see colourful reef fish and corals are Blue Pearl Bay near Hayman Island, Butterfly Bay on the north side of Hook Island, and on the beaches lining the passage between Hayman Island and Hook Island.

When to go

The Whitsunday Islands are a year-round destination and a popular holiday region. During the summer months, they may be prone to dangerous tropical cyclones. The southeast trades are the prevailing wind, generally blowing between April and November, and making for great sailing and kitesurfing conditions. School holidays, especially during Easter and Christmas, are busy times when campsites should be booked well in advance.

Know before you go

Boats to Hamilton Island depart from either Shute Harbour or Airlie Beach.
Camping permits are required and must be pre-booked online.
Campsites have limited facilities, so campers should be self-sufficient and take all rubbish when they depart.
Open fires are not permitted at any campsites.
Marine stingers inhabit the waters of the Whitsundays, so precautions like stinger suits should be taken, particularly during the summer months.
Shark attacks have occurred at Cid Harbour, where swimming is not recommended.
Tour operators at Hamilton Island, Airlie Beach, and Shute Harbour can arrange island drop-offs and camping connections for island-hopping campers.