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Hopevale Adventure Camping

99%

· Widgee, Queensland

113 acres hosted by Jason C.

4 RV/tent sites

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.”

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Horseback riding

Off-roading (OHV)

Natural features

Cave

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

99%

594 ratings · 473 reviews

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!!

Andrew W.recommends

November 16, 2024

Little Fig Flat

Complete peace and quiet

Fantastic! Easy to find with good direction’s, large site, facilities were clean and tidy (although we didn’t use the shower), safe for our obedient dog off-leash. Great to be welcomed by the owner. Frogs and crickets were noisy at night but we loved it being in nature. We will definitely be back.

Benjamin D.recommends

November 16, 2024

Big Fig Camp

Suits a medium to large group well, the Big Fig site was very private, and the other sites seemed like they were as well. Despite there being two other groups there, we barely saw them outside of occasional interactions at the toilet. I cannot overstate how beautiful the view of the mountains is, and the creek and cows were lovely too.

Nicole C.recommends

November 11, 2024

Windmill Hollow

Our all time favourite camping spot

Been so many times have lost count. Our favourite camping of them all. Jason is awesome, friendly and accommodating. Windmill Hollow is completely private and generously large. Amenities are always spotless and very well maintained. Can't recommend more highly if you are after peace, tranquillity, beautiful nature and very clean and tidy amenities.

Rino C.recommends

November 10, 2024

Big Fig Camp

We enjoyed our peaceful stay at the Big Fig Camp site. All camp sites are very well maintained as were the shower and toilet amenity. Lots of bird life. We were treated to seeing a family of Tawny Frogmouth's. Mum, Dad and 2 very cute fluff balls. Would recommend staying here.

Amy C.recommends

November 8, 2024

Little Fig Flat

Camping with beautiful Wildlife

Spent 2 days here on a week day and had the entire place to myself. Just the getaway I needed from the hustle and bustle. It was very peaceful with plenty of wildlife and animals around! Depending which campsite you pick, water and shower can be a bit of a walking distance. I believe there’s only 1 shower and 1 toilet available. Can imagine this must get busy with more campers. Shower was very clean and well maintained. Potable water was also clean and clear. Plenty of adventure tracks to do to keep busy! A bit gutted that during my stay the creeks were dry and no waterfall action due to dry season. I can imagine it must be absolutely beautiful when it’s in full flow and very tranquil with the sounds of water flowing.

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