#10 Emu Creek Crossing
A great spot for a camping holiday with the family, Emu Creek Crossing is located in Tropical North Queensland. Free to stay, the site has plenty to offer including allowing pets, caravan and camper trailer spots, and swimming. Visitors have praised the area for its cleanliness and the friendly, helpful staff. With the picturesque scenery, it's the perfect spot to relax and recharge.
Herberton / Petford Road, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Swimming
#9 Babinda Rest Area
5 Ratings
Popular rest area with bathrooms and hot showers for a small fee. Gravel and grass areas for camping, but can get muddy in some spots. Maximum stay of 72 hours. Toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception, and dump spot available. Also has a kids play park and swimming. Pets allowed.
Howard Kennedy Dr, Babinda, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Car
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Dump Spot
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#8 Walsh River
3 Ratings
Located in tropical North Queensland, Walsh River is the perfect spot for a camping trip. Pets are allowed, and there's plenty of room for camper trailers. You can take a dip in the river, or set up a fire and relax. Reviews of the area are overwhelmingly positive, with visitors loving the serene environment and stunning views. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend getaway or an adventurous outdoor experience, Walsh River is the perfect destination.
Watsonville, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#7 Archer Creek Rest Area
4 Ratings
This picturesque rest area located in Tropical North Queensland is the perfect place to stop and relax. It allows pets, caravans, camper trailers, and phone reception is available. There are toilets, non-drinking water, and fishing opportunities. There are also peaceful walking trails and a swimming spot to enjoy. Fires are allowed at the rest area. Overall, Archer Creek is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy the tropics.
Kennedy Hwy, Millstream, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Optus 4G
#6 Kairi Rest Area
4 Ratings
This fantastic rest area offers something for everyone. Pets are welcome and there are free toilets and drinking water available. Caravans and camper trailers can be accommodated and phone reception is available. Kids can enjoy the play park while adults can take in the Australian scenery. This rest area provides an ideal break from a long journey and offers a great place to relax and recharge.
43-53 Irvine St, Kairi, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Optus 4G
#5 Green Patch
28 Ratings
This camping spot is perfect for those looking for a free campsite with plenty of room and new facilities. It offers shady areas for tents, campers and rooftop tents, as well as cold showers for free (hot showers for $1). There are walking trails, phone reception and allows fires, but no drinking water. The atmosphere is peaceful and safe, however there are a lot of bugs. A max stay of 72 hours applies.
Bruce Highway, Gordonvale, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Walking Trails
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#4 Western Summit Campground
A fantastic camping spot in the heart of tropical North Queensland, Western Summit Campground offers visitors a great outdoor experience. With impressive views of the surrounding landscape, it is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature. Amenities include picnic tables, fire pits and toilets, making it an ideal spot to spend a few days away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The campground is close to many local attractions and activities, with plenty to keep visitors of all ages occupied. Whether you are looking for a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled escape, Western Summit Campground is the perfect choice.
Unnamed Road, Wooroonooran, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Free
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Telstra 4G
- ✓ Optus 4G
#3 The Boulders Camp Site
27 Ratings
Free camp with beautiful mountain views and rainforest surrounds. Toilets, showers and bins on site. Swimming holes just a short walk away. BBQ, tables, kids playground, caravan parking. Clean toilet/shower block, no drinking water. Easy access to Devils Pool. Peacock nearby, two friendly ducks, rooster crows early morning. Safe, peaceful and quiet. Cold showers but no hot water. Lots of space and tidy campground. Our favourite spot so far.
The Boulders Rd, Babinda, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Showers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
#2 Irvinebank Camp Area
5 Ratings
Located in Tropical North Queensland, this camp area has it all. Pets allowed, free toilets, caravans, camper trailers, non-drinking water, fishing, swimming and fires allowed. Hot showers available for a donation. Great spot to relax with a small pub across the road.
2656 Herberton-Petford Road, Irvinebank, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Caravans
- ✓ Camper Trailers
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Water (Non Drinking)
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Swimming
- ✓ Allows fires
- ✓ Telstra 4G
#1 Fred Drew Park
4 Ratings
A great spot for a pit stop, Fred Drew Park in Tropical North Queensland offers free facilities such as pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas and phone reception. Kids will love the play park too. Reviews show it's a friendly spot with clean toilets, making it perfect for a night's stay. Highly recommended.
Palmerston Hwy, Belvedere, Queensland Get directions- ✓ Pets Allowed
- ✓ Free
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Drinking Water
- ✓ BBQ Areas
- ✓ Phone Reception
- ✓ Kids play park
- ✓ Optus 4G