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Dalrymple Heights Rainforest Stay

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· Dalrymple Heights, Queensland

150 acres hosted by Tony H.

1 Vehicle/Tent site

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If you want to get away from it all and relax beside a beautiful crystal clear spring-fed creek with a rainforest backdrop while clouds float by, then this is a place for you. We have one private creek site with or without power, you will have the place to yourselves. Ammenities are at the main residence up the hill, a small usage fee per stay per couple applies. We are not a commercial campground and are in process of restoring the property back to its glory and bring back the native animals after being effected by bushfires in 2018. There are BBQ and fire pit areas setup for your use at the site and firewood is readily available at fee. The property is located 800m above sea level 11km up Dalrymple Road in Eungella. The property entrance is concealed and on the left side were wheelie bins are located and opposite a traffic mirror. From the front gate which is on your left and has a Land for Wildlife sign is a locked gate. Eungella National Park is boarding the back of the property where the cloud rainforest and creek are located. Nights can be cold and rain sometimes unpredictable. We have a 150 acre property, 50 acres of which is rainforest with a magical creek winding through it. Rainforest walks have been marked or you can just follow the creek and discover secluded swimming holes with small waterfalls. There are leaches in the rainforest and we recommend that you bring insect repellent and adequate hiking gear. You will love the bird watching, sighting the native animals with many rare species around. Forest bathing is a must with areas setup to sit and relax. During November firefly´s drift through the property at dusk. Rosellas, King Parrots and Finch's are popular on the property and Cockatoos make a regular visit. After a good rain, a frog fest starts and can be heard all night. There are chickens free ranging and Kookaburras have a good laugh at them most days. Access to the property is by booking only, we recommend, 4WD and AWD during the wet season but 2WD is ok during the dry times. High clearance caravans up to 7m or medium size campers are ok, we have a long gravel entry road into the property with inclines and tight bends as shown in photos. It is recommended with towing a trailer that you have a 4WD or AWD vehicle. A tractor is available on site if needed in wet conditions. Campers are preferred to have own amenities and all waste has to be collected and taken off the property. Use of the amenity block is available at the main residence on request. Washing machine and dryer are available for a fee. Please contact us if you need further information. This is a dog and horse friendly property. We have many ground feeding birds, free range chickens and wallabies and request that animals do not wonder unattended. If your pet is well trained and can be restrained from casing wildlife then all is good to bring them. If in doubt please ask for confirmation to bring them along. Please note that we have parasite ticks on the property and recommend that you give your pet a tick treatment prior to arriving. We have no mobile phone coverage on the camp site, limited coverage if you drive up the hill at the highest point. Internet is available at the main residence at a fee per stay.The property is located 800m above sea level 11km along Dalrymple Road in Eungella QLD. At the back of the property is where the rainforest and creek site are located. Eungella National Park is boarding the back boundary. The creek site is a large area with shallow and deep swimming holes. The creek bank is great for relaxing and watching the wildlife. There is an area upstream were the kids can kayak. There are many swimming holes on the property to explore. From the front gate, we have a long gravel entry road into the property to the secluded creek site. The creek site is short distance away from the amenities which are located at the main residences. A potable travel toilet is available at the creek site for those midnight emergencies. Electricity can be connection to the creek site for $5 cash per night. Washing machine and dryer are available at the amenities for a fee of $10 cash. A usage fee of $10 per stay per couple for the amenities applies. There are BBQ and fire pit areas setup for your use at the site and firewood is readily available at fee of $10 cash per load. We have no mobile phone coverage on the camp site, limited coverage if you drive up the hill at the highest point. Internet is available at the main residence at a fee of $10 cash per stay. Nights can be cold and rain sometimes unpredictable. There are leaches in the rainforest and we recommend that you bring insect repellent and adequate hiking gear. Please note that we have parasite ticks on the property and recommend that you give your pet a tick treatment prior to arriving. The rainforest creek has swimming holes to use, please be mindful that the waters flow into the Eungella National Park and out to the Great Barrier Reef and so it would be great if you could use sunscreen that is chemical free. Sandals or shoes are recommended for creek walks and swimming. Some wildlife walking tracks have been marked and new tracks are always being explored. Bird watching, sighting the native animals throughout the property. Forest bathing in the rainforest is a must. Up on the high area in the middle of the property you can watch the sunsets. Eungella National Park is bordering the back of the property and Platypus watching a short drive to Broken River. Fishing and water sports at Eungella Dam. Mountain bike riding in the area and a hiking trail at Mt Dalrymple. Group bookings are available on request and best of all is that all children 12 and under stay for free.

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37 Ratings · 29 reviews

Allison B.recommends

November 3, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

Perfect Tranquil rainforest to relax and unwind. I love the walking tracks, especially to be able to bring our fur baby to walk through the rainforest. We also saw a platypus!

Bailey R.recommends

October 27, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

Lovely place. Even the drive to the property was nice, green fields and cows. Was definitely private the timber we bought from the host was plenty.

Bianca C.recommends

October 26, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

This place is amazing for sure we will come back

Kai W.recommends

October 12, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

We absolutely loved camping on this land! The private area, creek and trails are incredible. Would highly recommend this site to anyone wanting to unwind or explore! The host was very accommodating, informative and helpful making sure our stay was as best as possible.

Enya V.recommends

September 23, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

Tony's place is tranquil and stunning! Perfect place to get away and relax.

Pat G.recommends

September 15, 2024

Private Rainforest Creek Site

Was a great place to stay, good spot near the creek, well and truly out of the way. Hosts were fantastic, supplied us with plenty of firewood and great amenities, and our dogs had a ball. We will definitely be back there

Location

Dalrymple Heights, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Biri First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Tony H.

Joined in July 2023

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