Cape Creek Camping Area

Cape Creek camping area is a serene and sheltered location nestled between a sandy peninsula and the mouth of Cape Creek, offering a perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Located within Cape Palmerston National Park on the Central Queensland coast, this camping area provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the park's natural beauty and explore the surrounding waters.

Additional rules

1) Open fires: on-ground campfires prohibited. Above-ground fire containers permitted—bring your own clean, milled timber. Remove your fire container when you leave. Fuel stoves are recommended.
2) Generators: not allowed.

Things to know

Turn off the Bruce Highway at Ilbilbie, drive east towards Greenhill, then turn left into Cape Palmerston Road. The camping area is approximately 6km from the park boundary. Accessible by high clearance 4WD and boats. Check tide times before driving on the beach, as tides can vary up to 6 meters. Tent camping and camper trailer camping are both available. You can set up your tent or high-clearance camper trailer in a spacious and grassy area. The camping area is shaded by sheoaks, providing relief from the sun. On-ground campfires are prohibited, but above-ground fire containers are allowed. Remember to bring your own clean, milled timber, and remove your fire container when you leave. Ensure you bring drinking water, food, rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, a first-aid kit, and a reliable torch. Mobile phone coverage is poor in this area, so it's recommended to carry satellite phones, marine radios, or Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs).

Neighborhood

Explore the coastline and creeks by boat, making the most of the area's aquatic beauty. Catch your dinner and enjoy cooking it over your campfire (using an above-ground container and milled wood). Keep your binoculars and cameras handy to observe marine life like dugongs, as well as a variety of bird species in the surrounding beaches and trees. Cape Creek camping area is conveniently located near a scenic drive, allowing you to explore the park's stunning landscapes.