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Camp Creek Retreat

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· Running Creek, Queensland
200 acres hosted by Heather H.
5 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Amazing views
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Heather is a Star Host
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In Queensland, just north of the NSW border, in the Running Creek area of the "Scenic Rim". The nearby National Park is Mt Chinghee, which is part of the Shield Volcano Group of the World Heritage Site Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. We have grassed valleys and forested hills, which provide the perfect setting for bush walking, bird watching, star gazing, or just relaxing. All of our camp sites are well separated from each other. If it's total seclusion and privacy you're after, "Fig Tree" and "Ridge Top" would be perfect for you. While "The Old Hut", and "Washout" are closer to the road, they are not visable to each other. Our newest addition., "The Reserve" is tucked away on the banks of a special shady grassed area with lots of room to spread out. Guests staying with us must have their own toilet/shower facilities and take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. The sites are accessible for 4WD only. Get back to nature and explore. Many native animals have been spotted on the property wallabies, possums, echidnas, goannas, bandicoots, dingos, and koalas as well as a large variety of birds. Also a variety of frogs i.e.. Red/orange eyed tree frog, desert tree frog, white lipped tree frog, striped and spotted marsh frogs, striped rocket frog and stoney creek frogs. ( see how many different calls you can hear) This beautiful 200acre property in Camp Creek is part of the original "selection" by William Dimmock in 1895. It was a dairy farm, and at one stage the family grew market garden crops on a plateau high up the mountain, using a flyingfox to bring the crops down. Originally the property took in "Screw Gully" from Glenapp up to Tartar Creek Rd. In the 60's Jim Dimmick (grandson to William) sold out and the land was sub-divided. The property now supports up to 40 head of breeding cattle and 2 retired horses. Scenic Rim hosts local wineries; restaurants and coffee shops, and Mt Tamborine, all within an hour drive. Only a 1.5 hour drive to the Gold Coast.
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Forest
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263 Ratings · 217 reviews
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Matt D.recommends
October 28, 2024
"Ridge Top"
Camping in the hills amongst the st
Hands down one of my favourite spots to camp. If you want a Peaceful getaway in the hills looking out over beautiful mountain ranges and private, then this is the spot to be. Thank you again, Heather. I will be back. 😊
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Nathan P.recommends
October 28, 2024
"Fig Tree"
Very quiet and secluded spot, relaxing views and wildlife sounds
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Ethan W.recommends
October 20, 2024
"Fig Tree"
Awesome beautiful location, we had our own private plot far away from any other campers which was a big plus. Great views all round and lots of cows!
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Brendan B.recommends
October 19, 2024
"Fig Tree"
Great views!!
Great quiet spot nestled up behind the border ranges, lots of space and well maintained.
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Ciaran S.recommends
October 9, 2024
"The Reserve"
We enjoyed our time at The Reserve. A good spot for families. The kids enjoyed the creek and the mown grassy area made for easy camping.
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Daryl S.recommends
October 1, 2024
"The Old Hut"
Camping Oasis
Wonderful spot with flat grassy ground to camp on. Heather is very nice and easy to communicate with. We have camped there several times. and love it.
Location
Running Creek, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung and Yugambeh First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Heather H.

Joined in December 2020
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