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Hopevale Adventure Camping

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· Widgee, Queensland
113 acres hosted by Jason C.
4 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Best tent-sites: 2nd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
The Cooke Family welcomes you to “Hopevale”. A beautiful 113 acre property bordered by Wrattens National Park at the edge of the world in the peaceful Widgee district of greater Gympie. Jason, a landscaper by trade, and Jacinta a teacher by profession, met many years ago at a national Christian youth conference. Four beautiful children later and many years down the track, they bought Hopevale as a blank cattle fattening property in 2018. After much hard work, they have made it what it is today, with plans to continually improve. We have different camp options available, one of which is set up for those guests also wanting to stay with horses or just have a larger group booking. Guests will have access to a toilet and shower throughout their stay which is within walking distance from each of the campsites. Campfires and pets are welcome. The property has only had 4 farming owners in its 110 odd years since it was first surveyed and selected in 1915. The Hillcoats, Bishops, Cotters, and now the Cooke’s. The families over the years have used the property for timber getting, dairy, beef and small cropping. The property is geologically rich with volcanic soils, sandstone escarpments full of caves and overhangs. The mighty Wrattens Falls sits to the back of the property in the National Park and is a sight to behold in full flow. It feeds the head waters of the western branch of Widgee Creek which meanders through the property. The subtropical dry rainforest clad mountains are dominated by the majestic Bunya and Hoop pines and are a testament to what once was covering the entire property before being cleared for farming. Remnant riparian creek lines are botanically rich and diverse holding Red and White Cedar, Teak, Silky oak and many other coveted timber trees harvested back in the day. There are many species of animals and birds that call Hopevale home. From water dragons, frogs and fish in the creeks, monitors, wallabies, deer, koalas, possums and phascogales in the eucalypts. Red-back wrens, pardalotes, rainbow bee-eaters, finches and quail call the open grasses home while whip birds give their iconic call in the forest. Above, birds of prey ride the thermals of the valley looking for their next meal. “We have been blessed beyond measure with a small slice of God’s wonderful creation that we would love to share with you.”
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Ryan K.recommends
December 16, 2024
Big Fig Camp
Very private and lots to do, seeing the waterfall in full flow was definitely a highlight!
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Melissa G.recommends
December 15, 2024
Little Fig Flat
Beautiful picturesque views everywhere you turn. The lovely sounds of nature and the running creek to wake up to is amazing. The camp site was freshly mowed and has plenty of room for a group. The waterfall was breathtaking, a really enjoyable walk. The shower that is provided is excellent, large space and lovely hot water. Even the rain couldn't damp the beauty of the weekend.
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Sam M.recommends
December 4, 2024
Big Fig Camp
Perfect Stay!
We stayed at the Big Fig site, it is the most beautiful, contained, and private camp (road accessible) camp site that I have ever stayed at. My mate and myself were both looking for somewhere easy to access, and low effort to relax for the weekend, this was perfect. Within 50 metres of our tent we had a the big beautiful fig tree, a running creek, a private swimming hole, and complete privacy provided by a wall of trees enclosing our grove. Within our view we also had mountains, paddocks with farm animals, and a clear view of the stars with no light pollution. The toilet blocks were close and easy to access. While we didn't take advantage of it there were toilet blocks and tracks to waterfalls and caves within close proximity. The privacy of our site was our favourite aspect, we couldn't see or hear any of the other campers at their sites. We felt comfortable to have a laugh and enjoy ourselves without having to worry that we were bothering others. Jason was a perfect host, he came and introduced himself after we checked in, and dropped by again to see if we needed anything on the second day - Unlike other experiences I didn't feel intruded upon at all, or like I was being 'monitored'. He was welcoming, friendly, informative, and generous in his offer of help with any of our needs. I would highly recommend this place (though I am hesitant as I don't want other people to know about it) to everyone. I am certain that I will be back here very often in the future!
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Karen C.recommends
December 3, 2024
Windmill Hollow
We had a great time at Hopevale. The site was large, grassy and very well maintained. The whole hipcamp is well sign posted. Would definitely recommend this site.
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Mykel W.recommends
November 17, 2024
Equine Camp
Must check it out!!
Had a fantastic 4 days at equine camp, had a bit of rain and storms the first 2 days, heard the waterfalls running and even the creeks flowing, was a fantastic getaway highly recommend from a couple's getaway to a decent group great to all, even the uniqueness of the toilet and shower we all loved it, Jason was a fantastic host and came to greet us at camp. We look forward to coming back again soon .. #pawsupcamping
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Daniel W.recommends
November 17, 2024
Windmill Hollow
Great spot, the kids loved it and had everything we needed. Jason was a great host. We will be back again!!
Location
Widgee, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dyungungoo (Gubbi Gubbi) 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 Jason C.

Joined in June 2018
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