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Somerset Dam Private Bush Camp

98%

· Crossdale, Queensland

81 acres hosted by Bebe J.

1 Vehicle/Tent site

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Private flat clearing on the mountain ridge with bush, mountain and water views. Only one camp site on our 81 acres. Bush walking tracks. Dogs welcome! Plenty of friendly wildlife including birds, wedgetail eagles, kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, goannas, bandicoots, betongs, dingos and red deer. Two kayaks and red claw pots available for guests to use in Somerset Dam. Water access 2 mins away via prior arrangement through Camp Somerset. Or public day areas, The Spit and O'Sheas crossing around 10mins away. One part of the gravel driveway is steep, so a vehicle with some clearance is advised. ***All campers need to be self sufficient with toilet and shower. Dump point in nearby town.*** (Or portaloo available to hire via extras when you book) Fire pit available and fire wood available for a $20 fee with your booking request. A pile will be delivered to your camp site, which is more than enough for 1 or 2 nights.Hilltop views see property description. Water can be seen through the trees. Flat grassy area. Access via gravel driveway. Only camp site on our property. Our sheds and accommodation are 500m away and can not be seen at all. See owner for kayaks and red claw pots for guest use. Water access by prior arrangement via Camp Somerset (Approx 700m from camp site) access does book out, so is not guaranteed, or head to the public day areas only 15mins away (The Spit and O'Sheas crossing.) Lgbtqia friendly 🌈 Link to Two Tubes ADV's you tube channel and his stay at our camp! Thanks so much Jason! https://youtu.be/yaV9OlhIHz0?si=9jS6HK6lwGy1w5Ca Or Oliver and Saori (Twin Soul) another one of our campers with their two dogs, Bella and Nala xx. So much fun! http://youtu.be/FtVdOfUW7YE?si=4a-LBEa8j8D-5Tpk

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51 Ratings · 45 reviews

Jacque D.recommends

December 16, 2024

Poppy's camp

Had a brilliant stay at Poppy’s camp, host was great she met us on arrival and directed us to the camp spot. The camp spot was private and had brilliant views, would definitely stay there agin

Karen T.recommends

December 10, 2024

Poppy's camp

Awesome!!! 🤩

Loved Poppy’s Place! I’ll be back! Magnificent views and being so high up on a mountain there were no flies and very few mossies (in fact no mossies at all for first few nights). Spectacular views - much nicer in person than depicted in photos. Camped during a heat wave for first few days and enjoyed the mountain top breezes. Then it rained and also very pleasant up there on the mountain with fog covered Mountain views. Nice patch of gorgeous treed area next to campsite and during the heatwave this wooded area filled with butterflies. Very enchanting indeed. Lots of wood was available near campsite as well as an axe but I didn’t start a fire due to heat and then rain. Had a marvelous relaxing time with my dogs and Bebe and her dad and son were so lovely. I felt really safe there and I knew if I did need anything they would be at hand. Thanks guys! I’ll be back. 😃

Jodi B.recommends

November 23, 2024

Poppy's camp

We loved our stay at Poppy's camp. Bebe was so welcoming and helpful to us and the views from the camp site were gorgeous. Lots of wildlife to see and beautiful stars at night. Jodi

Belle G.recommends

November 16, 2024

Poppy's camp

If peace and quiet is what you are after then this was a perfect little oasis just for this, an hour from Ipswich in the beautiful picturesque Somerset Lake region. Bebe, Eddie, Hunter and Jim were very welcoming and friendly. We arrived in torrential rain to a lit fire and after a very quick set up in the wet dark night we settled in. What we awoke to was just amazing. Mostly level area, with rock fire pit and cut firewood for our stay. The views were lovely and our little patch of peaceful overlooked the Somerset Lake on one side and views over to Camp Somerset with rolling hills and forest surrounding. This is a one for us to definitely return to in the cooler months but only 15min drive to the Day Area for the lake for a swim to cool off if you need. For us - it was more about the peaceful ness and time out from world. Can't wait to see the finish of Bebe and Hunters house on the ridge top. Thank you guys - we will see you again. BWH

Heather M.recommends

November 6, 2024

Poppy's camp

Lovely views! About 20 minutes drive from the public day use areas on the dam.

Joshua M.recommends

October 13, 2024

Poppy's camp

Had a great couple of nights stay near at Poppy's near Somerset. Nice flat private campsite with fire ring and plenty of firewood. Wallabies, koalas and deer all sighted in and around camp and were all friendly. Great sunrise and sunset from camp and heaps of stars to see at nightime. Plenty of trails in national parks and access to the lake close by. If you're travelling with a dog be aware there may not be many places that are dog friendly being national parks. The All Trails app is great for searching hikes and activities and filtering dog friendly options. We found a great trail to go for a walk with our dog up near Deer Reserve State Forest which was dog friendly and all to ourselves.

Location

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

Hosted by Bebe J.

Joined in March 2024

Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 9 hours

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