The best camping near Gloucester Island National Park

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  • Grassy sites
  • Astro Photography taken from the top of our mountain sea view sites . Photo credit to one of our lovely guests Jacinta.
  • Grassy sites
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Ironbark Ridge Camp Midgepoint

6 sites · RVs, Tents115 acres · Proserpine, QLD
Set up camp on our grassy paddock shaded by beautiful big gum trees and surrounded by nature.We frequently have visiting Wallabies, Echidnas, Possums and even our resident pair of Wedge Tailed Eagles. For those with a 4WD, you can venture to the top of the mountain to take in the breathtaking 270 degree sea and valley views.Guests are required to be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure.There are plenty of bushwalking tracks on the 115 acre property and we are only a 5 min drive to the beach and boat ramp where you can enjoy awesome crabbing and fishing via boat or foot.Campfires are welcome, please check local restrictions before lighting a fire and monitor them at all times.Pets are permitted on a request basis only. Contact your host if you would like to bring your pet with you.
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AU$15
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  • Green Meadows Retreat
  • Green Meadows Retreat
  • Green Meadows Retreat

Green Meadows Retreat

4 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Bowen, QLD
Our property, aptly named "Green Meadows Retreat," is a serene and picturesque retreat nestled adjacent to the banks of the tranquil Don River. Spanning 20 acres of lush greenery, our land offers a unique blend of natural beauty and peaceful seclusion. The property is adjacent to a winding river that provides a calming backdrop for a variety of activities, including trail biking, buggying and peaceful nature walks. Sprawling farmland is also part of the landscape, offering a delightful opportunity for guests to purchase fresh, seasonal produce. On-site, guests can enjoy hiking through grassy trails, birdwatching, and stargazing. Nearby, the area offers opportunities for horseback riding, four wheel driving, and exploring local bush trails and farms. Whether seeking relaxation or outdoor adventure, Green Meadows Retreat offers something for every nature enthusiast.
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AU$30
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Sugar Shack
Booked 7 times

Sugar Shack

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Riordanvale, QLD
happy to take short/ long term workers.
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AU$35
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  • Early morning with full moon on our property
  • Bowen Base Camp
  • Early morning with full moon on our property
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Bowen Base Camp

8 sites · RVs10 acres · Bowen, QLD
Welcome to the Whitsundays. Relax in country surroundings. We are located 10 minutes from the Don River where you can go 4WD driving and find some top swimming holes. Conveniently we are also 10 minutes into Bowen business centre for all your supply needs. Bowen is a relaxed town with old architecture and wide streets. The coastline is postcard perfect with turquoise water and white sandy  beaches. There are beautiful beaches all around Bowen for swimming and snorkelling - checking out the small reefs close to shore is a must. Or just relax in front of the campfire with your dog.Explore Horseshoe Bay, Murrays Bay, Rose Bay, Grays, Kings and Queens Beaches, the Town Beach and Dalrymple Point. The local pubs offer great meals in beer gardens.You will need to be self-contained with own camping toilet/shower, water and supplies. 
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AU$25
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  • Little Ranch Bush Camp
  • Little Ranch Bush Camp
  • Little Ranch Bush Camp
Booked 1 time

Little Ranch Bush Camp

16 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Bloomsbury, QLD
Nestled in the quiet serene hills of Bloomsbury this 12-acre property boasts the true meaning of what camping in nature is all about. Set up camp, sit back and enjoy the rolling views of the Cathu State Forest Mountain Ranges. Watch the local bird and wildlife that visit daily whilst throwing a line in the stocked dam to try and catch some fish or red claw. Put a kayak in or even go for a dip if you are keen! Alternatively, the property poses as the perfect base camp to explore the local area. Stroll the beautiful Midge Point Beach, or even get out on the water and take advantage of some great local fishing and crabbing spots. There is also The Midge Point Tavern if you are thirsty or wanting a great pub feed! For those country music lovers, we are located less than a 1km walking distance from the famous Dittman Bull Pit, hosting this years Country Fest QLD 2024 over the Easter Long Weekend, 30-31st of March. Featuring Morgan Evans, Lee Kernaghan and James Johnston just to name a few among many great others. Grab your ticket and just stroll in to enjoy some fantastic entertainment and return to a peaceful campsite OR for those who don’t like big crowds, simply sit back and enjoy listening to these great acts from the privacy of your camping spot! Please note: -Off-Grid Camping; there are no toilets or showers. There is access to water. -Access to the property can be via 2wd or 4wd to all areas depending on weather, please ask if you are concerned prior to entry. -Pets are allowed when supervised or on lead. -Caravans are welcome but please be sure to access the property from the Bruce Hwy End of Midge Point Road to allow adequate and safe turning upon property entry to driveway.
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AU$21
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  • Serenity Eco Retreat
  • Serenity Eco Retreat
  • Serenity Eco Retreat

Serenity Eco Retreat

1 site · RV, Tent22 acres · Riordanvale, QLD
Nestled at the end of a short gravel road that sets the ambience for peaceful tranquility with park like acreage reflective of a rural lifestyle. Only 10 minutes' drive to Airlie Beach the gateway to the Whitsundays and a variety of tour operators that can help you explore the picturesque Whitehaven Beach, Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding islands.
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AU$40
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Top-rated campgrounds near Gloucester Island National Park

  • Blackiron
  • Blackiron
  • Blackiron
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Blackiron

12 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Andromache, QLD
Situated on the bank of the Andromache River, setup camp at one of our cozy camp spots and enjoy the quiet of the bush. We have sites available in our grassy paddock which are accessible by all vehicles. Sand camping is available for 4x4's with tent/swag set ups during the dry seasons. No trailers or vans are permitted on the sand due to bogging. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a campfire and visual displays of local wildlife, try your hand at fishing in the river or just enjoy a cool swim just a few meters from our grassy sites. Guests are required to be fully self-sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. Only a short distance from Airlie Beach and the islands for those interested in the local tourist attractions. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash and cleaned up after.
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AU$20
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  • Track into entrance
  • Gully Getaway
  • Track into entrance
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Gully Getaway

17 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Proserpine, QLD
Bush camping along the banks of a seasonal Gully that is lined with huge, majestic paperbark trees. There are 10 separate camp spots and all have a slashed track to the pit toilet. 3 in shady areas away from the gully that are suitable for Caravans. 3 located near the Gully, suitable for Caravans and larger groups and 4 that are located near the Gully but only suitable for camp trailers, roof top tents and smaller groups. Enjoy nature and feel free to explore the gully with it's many natural bridges and hidden animal habitats. As this is a working family farm, cattle from the remaining property will graze this Gully block from time to time so all gates must remain closed. We also ask that children are supervised at all times and advise that the Gully is not suitable for swimming. Kelsey Creek is a cane farming district and a small gauge train line goes past the property which makes for a lovely rural experience. Keep an eye out for the glow in the sky and you might get to witness a cane fire also. Being only 7 minutes west of Proserpine it is well located to take in the beauty of the Whitsundays. Gully Getaway is in an Environmental Protection Zone that restricts trees being felled and the removal of debris in the watercourse, so please do not use for firewood.
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AU$18
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  • Great Estuary fishing for the family
  • Ben Lomond Station
  • Great Estuary fishing for the family
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Ben Lomond Station

6 sites · RVs, Tents1800 acres · Hideaway Bay, QLD
Ben Lomond Station is an 1800 acre working cattle station 25 minutes south of Bowen and 35 minutes north of Airlie Beach on the Whitsundays. We border onto Eden Lassie Creek which has tidal ocean access for saltwater fishing and there is an abundance of estuary fishing and crab spots available. We are a nature based camping area. Cleared shady camping spots are available for fully self contained campers as there are currently no facilities available so you must have own camping toilet and leave no trace. Access to the camping area is for 4WD only with caravans off road and high clearance. Firewood is available for a small fee or you can collect any fallen timber yourself. There is a ban on cutting down any standing timber even it is dead. There is plenty of room to run for the kids and dogs though we do ask that your pet not annoy our cattle or other campers. Ben Lomond station has an abundance of flora and fauna such as burdekin plum trees, mango trees, wallabies, kangaroos and bird and fish species.
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AU$18
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  • BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
  • BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
  • BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
Booked 20 times

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

193 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Cannonvale, QLD
Looking for Airlie Beach accommodation with a whole lot of activities?! BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort in Airlie Beach is one big Whitsunday holiday destination in itself. Nowhere in the Whitsundays will you find so much fun in one place. You’ll probably spend hours on the BIG, HUGE, MEGA waterslide park and in our resort lagoon-style pool, the biggest in Airlie Beach. Then you can choose from tennis, mini golf, jumping pillows, pedal karts, Kids Craft Club, outdoor cinema, poolside massages, our Animal Park… the list goes on! As one of Queensland’s leading resort holiday parks, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort offers a range of accommodations from tropical landscaped campsites and purpose-built dormitory style accommodation for groups, to self-contained studios, one, two and three-bedroom cabins, offering the ultimate holiday escape.
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AU$69
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  • Menilden Farm
  • Menilden Farm
  • Menilden Farm
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Menilden Farm

11 sites · RVs, Tents38 acres · Bowen, QLD
Our property is 38 acres in size and is primarily used as an equestrian facility where coaching, clinics and training in dressage are conducted as well as providing agistment. The camping area is 100 metres or so from the nearest road and next to a dam and provides some of the most gorgeous sunsets around. Currently you will need to be self sufficient as we don’t have any toilet or shower facilities and we are still working on our shade with the trees having only just been planted. We are are only 2km from the Bruce hi-way and a comfortable 10 minute drive to the beautiful Bowen beaches, shops, pubs, restaurants making this a great spot to base yourself for your next Bowen getaway or if you are just passing through.
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AU$18
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  • Brindabella
  • Brindabella
  • Brindabella
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Brindabella

1 site · RV4 acres · Airlie Beach, QLD
We are situated on 4 acres only mins to Airlie Beach and a part of the beautiful Whitsunday s. 74 Islands around and great boating and fishing . Restaurants and taverns near by also taxis and courtesy vans available. Day trip s to local islands, Bredyls Animal farm and so so much more. Come visit paradise!!
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AU$35
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  • Midge Point Waters Camping
  • Midge Point Waters Camping
  • Midge Point Waters Camping
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Midge Point Waters Camping

6 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Midge Point, QLD
Experience the quiet serenity of Midge Point. Midge Point is situated in Repulse Bay which is at the southern end of the Whitsunday Passage. There is 1 island group within Repulse Bay - the Repulse Islands & 2 other islands - Midge Island & Gould Island plus a multitude of estuary creeks and rivers. All are accessible by tinny from Midge Point. Our camp/caravan site is level with shaded areas, water and power. It is a 2-minute walk to the water. Features swing set & cubby house for children. Pets are welcome. There is plenty of firewood and a brazier on site for evening campfires and cooking. Midge Point has a small shopping centre, post office and tavern bistro. Beautiful beaches with some of the best fishing and crabbing in the region. Keen anglers now have the availability of the newly constructed boat ramp, off Jimmy Rocks Road. All are only 5 minutes down the road. Airlie Beach is only 45 minutes away, with access to the islands and reef. The airport is only 20 minutes away and a further 5 minutes to Proserpine.
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AU$30
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  • Fruit Farm Camp
  • Amenities and camp kitchen next to 2nd waterhole
  • Fruit Farm Camp
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Fruit Farm Camp

5 sites · RVs30 acres · Bloomsbury, QLD
Please note: We are closed from 1st November 23 to 29 February 2024, for the wet season. Fruit Farm Camp offers a peaceful retreat for mature travellers. The unpowered mown campsites are situated ajacent to a farm unfenced dam and on cleared acreage surrounded by natural bush. After 6 months touring Queensland in 2021 with our own caravan, we decided to develop a picturesque area at the back of our land for mature travellers to enjoy. 20 Years ago the land was virgin scrub, now there are over 200 established different exotic fruit, nut, spice and bush tucker trees and plants. We use a number of different farming techniques. Our own beehives provide pollination and honey. A small farm produce shop is available. Guests have access to a toilet, solar powered showers and the camp kitchen throughout their stay. Campfires are permitted outside of restrictions and we have firewood available for guests to use on site. There is a 1.5 km undulating bush walk on the property requiring average fitness. We are located four kilometres from the Bruce Highway at Bloomsbury, access is via sealed road then 300m of gravel road through the farm. We are just 10 mins from the beach or O'Connell river fishing, 1 hour to Mackay or Airlie Beach, 3 kms to the Dittman Bullarama site and 15 minutes to Bredls Wild Farm. Well behaved pets are welcome. Extras: Fruit tasting and guided Farm tour available when staying 2 nights or more. Honey and farm produce for sale. Free book exchange.
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AU$30
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  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
  • Harbour Lights Caravan Park
Booked 3 times

Harbour Lights Caravan Park

87 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Bowen, QLD
Harbour Lights Caravan Park is ideally located adjacent to the Harbour and Front beach. This small Top Tourist Park has lots of shady trees, is extremely quiet with great views and the friendly hospitality of a country town by the sea. Adjacent to the park, Bowen’s foreshore area has been transformed into a recreational area that includes a “Water Park” a first class Skate park, a children’s playground, shared walking & cycle tracks, public barbecues, grassy picnic areas, an amphitheatre and interpretive centre. The park is just a short stroll (300m) to clubs, restaurants, cafes and a large variety of speciality shops including banks, post offices, supermarkets, pharmacies and many more in the town centre.
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AU$50
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  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
  • Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp
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Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp

35 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Bogie, QLD
Normanby Rd Nature Bush Camp is a 22 acre property on the Bogie River, located 1.3 km off Peter Delemonthe Road, a short 35 minute drive from Bowen and close to Collinsville in the Whitsunday Region of North Queensland. - Tents, Caravans, Camper Trailers, RV’s all welcome, 2wd accessible - Camp Kitchen - Campfires allowed - Portable water available - Showers - Toilets - Must be self sufficient as we do not have toilet facilities at present - Pet Friendly - dogs to be on a leash or in an enclosure at all times - Children under 16 free - PM your host Paul for more information Camp in nature and enjoy the sights and sounds of the local wildlife.
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AU$12.50
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  • Crystal Brook Camping
  • Crystal Brook Camping
  • Crystal Brook Camping
Booked 3 times

Crystal Brook Camping

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Crystal Brook, QLD
This campsite is ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. It's a peaceful spot with basic amenities, perfect for a weekend getaway. Located just 1km from Proserpine Dam, the campsite offers easy access to serene water views and activities. For those willing to explore further, Girraween National Park is about an hour's drive from Crystal Brook. This national park is renowned for its spectacular granite landscapes, wildflowers, and walking trails. The Bald Rock Creek camping area within the park is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts. The campsite is pet-friendly and caters to self-sufficient campers only, as there are no toilets or showers available. Enjoy a truly off-the-grid experience in this beautiful natural setting.
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  • Simple paddock at front of property, mowed and quiet location...friendly owner.
  • Jenkins Farm
  • Simple paddock at front of property, mowed and quiet location...friendly owner.
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Jenkins Farm

6 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Bowen, QLD
Situated only 10 minutes drive from the beautiful town of Bowen with its amazing beaches, our 10 acre hobby farm with sheep, cattle and pigs has 1 acre set aside for fully contained travellers. Our block is flat with easy access, amazing sunsets and situated in a quiet, peaceful location off the Collinsville rd. The Don River is very close by with easy access to a great viewing area for the upcoming Don River dash. Our open block is ideal for self contained caravans and camper vans with individual or group bookings welcome. Kayaks available to hire upon request. Fireplaces also supplied with firewood available. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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The best camping near Gloucester Island National Park guide

Overview

About

Embark on an adventure to Gloucester Island National Park, where the allure of pristine beaches and the call of the wild beckon. Here, you can immerse yourself in activities like snorkelling in crystal-clear waters or hiking through lush trails. The park offers a unique camping experience with several campgrounds that promise a tranquil retreat amid nature's splendour.

Notable campgrounds

  • Armit Island - A secluded paradise for campers seeking a tranquil beachside escape.
  • Bona Bay, Gloucester Island - Offers a large, shaded area with a sandy beach, perfect for groups and walk-in camping.
  • East Side Bay, Gloucester Island - Ideal for those looking to camp in a picturesque setting with easy beach access.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book online in advance, especially for holiday periods, to secure your spot amid the island's natural beauty.
  • Consider off-peak seasons for a quieter camping experience and increased availability.
  • Be flexible with your dates to increase your chances of finding an available campsite.
  • Explore nearby camping options to have alternative choices if your preferred site is booked.

When to go

The best time to visit Gloucester Island National Park is during the dry season, from May to September, when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities. The wet season, from December to March, can bring heavy rains and cyclones, potentially impacting access and comfort.

Know before you go

  • Always check park alerts for the latest information on conditions and closures.
  • Prepare for a visit without mobile phone coverage; plan your activities and safety measures accordingly.
  • Bring essential supplies, including drinking water, insect repellent, and a fuel stove, as open fires are prohibited.
  • Be aware of local wildlife; crocodiles and marine stingers are present in the area.
  • Respect the park's rules and regulations to preserve its natural beauty for future visitors.

Top parks near Gloucester Island National Park

Cape Hillsborough National Park
Magnetic Island National Park
Eungella National Park
Brampton Islands National Park
Undara Volcanic National Park
Mount Etna Caves National Park
Blackdown Tableland National Park
Halifax Bay Wetlands National Park

Top cities near Gloucester Island National Park

Townsville
Airlie Beach
Mackay
Bowen
Cairns
Ingham
Rockhampton
Mareeba

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