Camping near Mareeba

This far-northern town in the Atherton Tablelands offers access to tropical forests and waterways.

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Tropical Woopen Creek Camping

2 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Woopen Creek, QLD
You will have access to our beautiful peaceful surroundings, with adequate shelter under some lovely big trees park your camper or pitch a swag. We also have a nice running creek that you can take a cooling down soak in or just enjoy watching our many wild life that are present throughout the creek, fish , eels and turtles. It's truly a very private and relaxing spot to chill out and enjoy camping for a few days or whatever suits your needs while passing the area. Plenty of fantastic swimming holes nearby including Josephine falls and Babinda boulders very popular spots for tourist and the locals. Site 1 right down on the creek large grass flat space big enough for two families to set up camp. The creek runs around the outside so there are a number of viewing points to see the wildlife mentioned above. A set of solar lights hang over the firepit area allowing for more light while cooking on our wonderful swinging hotplate BBQ. Site 2 Our newer spot work in progress not so ideal for camper trailers. your situated under our tree line away from the main creek but still with your own small dirt track down to the creek. A smaller paver firepit, plenty fine for sitting around an open fire while watching the stars at night. So please check by internal message before confirming your booking that way we can confirm a spot while discussing your needs to ensure you have a clear view of your camping area. Onsite we have our shared outhouse porta toilet which is positioned in the middle of both camping areas for everyone's convenience. Take note of our extras available when confirming your booking. Please follow us on instagram - tropicalwoopencreekcamping
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Mowbray Valley Homestead

9 sites · RVs3 acres · Mowbray, QLD
Located just 15 minutes from Port Douglas and 30 minutes from Palm Cove our property is the perfect base to explore all the beauty this region has to offer. We have close access to some beautiful nearby creeks and walking trails. With Four Mile beach, Spring Creek Falls, Mowbray Falls all at your door step there is endless adventures to be had. The property is right near the Mowbray National Park and the Bump Track which is a popular and memorable mountain-biking experience for those who love to ride. This 6km trail climbs from sea level to almost 400m within just a couple of kilometres, allowing riders to experience one of the biggest downhill thrills in the region. You might also like to explore further and do a day trip up to the Daintree. Your friendly host is always happy to share local knowledge so you can get the best out of your trip. Campers will need to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Pets are welcome but must be kept under your control at all times. Campfires allowed, must been in a fire pit or equivalent.
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Malanda Stream Private Camping.

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Malanda, QLD
Welcome to A lovely, secluded streamside campsite. With a private maintained streamside camping area of aprox 1 acre on a ten acre property, surrounded by rain forrest and farmland. Kids are welcome to join small farm activities, feeding chickens and cows, collecting eggs and harvesting fruit trees when fruit is available. Some very special wildlife for the quite observer including regular sitings of platypus and tree kangaroos. Close to township of Malanda with tourist activities throughout the atherton tablelands. This area is usually 5-10 degrees cooler than Cairns and does not get the summer humidity. Firewood and fireplaces provided, water available (filtered but recomended to be boiled or treated prior to drinking) Campers need to be self contained, no toilets on site. Please respect this clean, natural setting, remove all rubbish and no interfering with flora or fauna. Bookings are only for one camp group, max four caravans, camper trailers or campsites to maintain space and atmosphere. Access is by well maintained gravel drive then grassed area. Wet wether events can affect the grassed area and may need to be considered for bookings.
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Wally's Roost

3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Chewko, QLD
We are wildlife carers and have turned our property into a wildlife reserve for the animals. There is wildlife including wallabies (agile and betongs), brush tail possums and birds. A night viewing of possums and wallabies may be available. Please contact hosts to arrange this viewing.Enjoy the sunsets as you relax around the campfire. The property is surrounded by various nature reserves and attractions in the area within a 30 minute drive.(Granite Gorge Nature park, Davis creek national park and Emerald creek falls)We have three separate sites secluded from each other. One site accommodates large recreational vehicles, and is drive through, with farmland and hill views. The other two sites are situated by the creek. Please contact us before booking to discuss which site is best for your vehicle and camping set up. This campsite suits self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply.Your beloved pooch is most welcome to join you but required to remain within your campsite and must be restrained during the night due to the wildlife.If you would like to stay longer, we are happy to offer you a discount code (minimum 4 nights) - please contact us prior to booking.Children aged 13 years and under camp for free.Senior discounts available.
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Katecallan

4 sites · RVs, Tents130 acres · Ravenshoe, QLD
This rainforest property is 6 kms from the highest town in Qld, Ravenshoe. Lawler Creek winds through the property with campsites next to the creek or away. The campsites around the property suit self-contained campers who bring their own camping toilet/shower, and drinking water supply. This rainforest property is 6 kms from the highest town in Qld, Ravenshoe. Lawler Creek winds through the property with campsites next to the creek or away. No pets please. Platypus Bend This campsite would accommodate multiple camper vans and cars, and is located on the bend of the creek with steps down into the water. There are large trees and abundant bird life, and you may spot a platypus if lucky. A large fire pit is set up for all your camp oven cooking. Chirpy Camp This is a very private camp for tent or a roof top camper, maximum 2 people. Camp by the creek and enjoy the birdlife, and peace and quite. There is an open fire available and plenty of wood to collect. Chicken Run Camp This is a peaceful campsite, with plenty of timber for an open fire, and flat grassy areas. It's a short walk to creek. Abundant bird life. Wake up to the rooster crowing, goats baaing and birds chirping. Enjoy the evenings around the campfire.
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Hectic Valley Farm

7 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · QLD
Hectic Valley Farm is located at Mutchilba on 100 acres within the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, North Queensland. Spacious campsites are beside or near a massive dam that attracts a great variety of bird life and the amazing sunsets are different each day. 🌅 Three spacious spots are available a few short meters from the edge of a large dam (sites can be seen from the farm road) with another completely secluded site amongst the bushland. Bird watchers dream with the constant residents and seasonal birds flying in for the dam. Swim, kayak, catch and release fish, throw in a RedClaw pot or hunt for mussel clams. Do some hiking or 4 wheel driving around the hundred acres with our 4 wheel driving tracks. Meet the Farm Animals where campers can chat with the menagerie of animals we have on the farm such as Clydesdale horses, camels, sheep, cows, chickens, buffalo, peafowl, ducks and friendly geese. Hold newly hatched poultry, friendly chickens and maybe even lambs. Bookings are essential come by the farmhouse and meet at the gazebo. We are 10mins from Dimbulah or 20mins to Mareeba with their many attractions. We can tell you all about the many attractions and activities this area has to offer. Please Note: Cattle Creek and Waterfront Campsites are accessible by 2WD. The other campsites are 4WD access only and with off road campers/caravans only (high clearance to get through a dry creek crossing). These are self contained sites so please take your own shower and toilet facilities and take away all waste. Well behaved dogs are allowed but must be supervised at all times for the protection of the sheep, poultry, wildlife and not to be brought to the house yard. Sorry no motorbikes or ATV’s. We have a wet season (December to March) and dry season (September to December) choose your ideal times to stay. For more info on us visit our website. www.hecticvalleyfarm.com.au
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Camping near Mareeba guide

Overview

The far-northern Queensland town of Mareeba is just inland from the coastal city of Cairns, in the Atherton Tablelands region. It’s surrounded by coffee plantations and tropical fruit and nut farms (macadamia, avocado, and pineapples among them), and sugar cane fields. Nearby is Granite Gorge Nature Park, home to many rock wallabies, and a bit further from town, campers can visit the tropical mountains of Kuranda, wetlands, lakes, and even the coast, which is about an hour’s drive away. There are a few campsites and caravan parks in town, as well as in the surrounding tablelands region.

Where to go

Lake Tinaroo and Danbulla National Park

Just southeast of Mareeba, the scenic dammed Lake Tinaroo is a popular spot for swimming, kayaking, sailing, picnicking, walking, and fishing (with a permit). Part of Lake Tinaroo borders the Danbulla National Park and State Forest, which is reachable by travelling down an unsealed road. There are five camping areas along this 28-kilometre road. Permits are required for camping.

Kuranda National Park

Mareeba is just south of the Kuranda National Park and broader Kuranda State Forest, a popular attraction partly due to its Kuranda Scenic Railway, which is easily accessible from Cairns. The small town of Kuranda sits between Kuranda National Park and Barron Gorge National Park, and offers various accommodation and camping options, including glamping, cabins, and interesting pod-style camping. Camping isn’t permitted in the national parks in this area, although there’s camping at the Speewah Conservation Area on the edge of Barron Gorge.

Hann Tableland National Park

The Hann Tableland National Park–a short distance northeast of Mareeba–is home to some endangered birds, and was formed to protect the forests of the Hann Tableland mountains. There are few real visitor facilities in this wilderness area, but the long-distance Bicentennial National Trail, a horse riding trail, passes through the park. Travellers who want to spot birds or venture into the wilderness of this park can camp in Mareeba and visit for the day.

When to go

Mareeba’s climate is tropical savannah, and it sits within a rainshadow so is somewhat drier and sunnier than some other nearby settlements. While nearby lower-lying coastal areas experience a tropical climate with wet/dry seasons, Mareeba sits at a relatively high altitude (417 metres), making it cooler year-round, and thus a pleasant escape from the coast when the weather’s hot. Note that floods in the wet summer season can cut off access to some towns and roads.

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