Tully Gorge Campground

Ravenshoe, QLD

Ravenshoe, QLD

At a glance

CampgroundAccessibleSwimmingToiletsFire PlaceCaravansNo PetsBBQTent Site

About this campsite

Tully Gorge Campground, renowned for its white water rafting, promises a thrilling adventure for visitors, along with a peaceful water scene for casual swimmers at its campground waterhole. It further enhances the experience with full-fledged service areas for large rigs, allowed fires in fire pits, and permitted generator use during specific hours. However, a lack of phone signals could hinder on-spot booking. Besides, it offers an exquisite view of the Gorge and interesting walks. However, access to the much-acclaimed Tully Waterfall is possible only from the North.

Tully Gorge Campground is an adventurer's paradise, renowned for white water rafting along the dynamic river. This is a must-see experience, with various vantage points spread across the camp. Day rafters typically end their thrilling ride at the camp, making it a hub of activity. The campground also boasts a serene and enticing waterhole where camp-goers frequently swim. The campground is easily accessible with a well-maintained roadway and ample space for large rigs. The site facilitates an authentic camping experience with supplied fire pits for cozy, open-air fires. Use of generators is allowed from 9 AM until noon. A visit to the Tully Gorge Campground isn't merely about camping. It's an opportunity to explore the gorgeous landscapes, including the mesmerizing Gorge stretching to the hydro, presenting captivating vistas and inviting exciting walks. Please note, the Tully Waterfall isn't accessible from the campground and can only be visited from the north. Relax amidst natural beauty, embark on thrilling adventures, and enjoy a refreshing dip at the Tully Gorge Campground. Pre-booking via Queensland national parks is mandatory and can be conveniently arranged by the Tully Info Centre. Keep in mind that phone signals are unavailable at the campground.

How to Get There

Approx 46km from Tully on Cardstone Road

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Campground

Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

No Pets

Camping Fee

Other Features

Cold Showers

Grassy campsites

No Generators

Photo Opportunity

Lovely Rainforest Walk from campground

Fire Place

Long Rig

Great value low cost camping

Walking

Unknown feature

Campgrounds

BYO drinking water

Highly recommended

Non Drinking Water

Generators allowed between 9am and noon.

Tully River

No fires except in fire pits

Location

Tully Gorge Campground•Cardstone Road, Ravenshoe, QLD, 4888

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Weather Forecast

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24° / 17°

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23° / 18°

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21° / 17°

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21° / 17°

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24° / 16°

💧 35%

Common questions about Tully Gorge Campground

Is Tully Gorge Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Tully Gorge Campground in Ravenshoe, QLD is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: accessible, cold showers, swimming and toilets.

What facilities does Tully Gorge Campground have?

Tully Gorge Campground has accessible, cold showers, swimming, toilets, grassy campsites and no generators. That is the short list; 26 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Tully Gorge Campground?

The record for Tully Gorge Campground lists "No Pets", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Tully Gorge Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Tully Gorge Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Tully Gorge Campground?

Tully Gorge Campground sits in Ravenshoe, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Tully Gorge Campground

Facilities recorded for Tully Gorge Campground
Facility	On site
Accessible	Yes
Cold Showers	Yes
Swimming	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Grassy campsites	Yes
No Generators	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Lovely Rainforest Walk from campground	Yes
Fire Place	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Caravans	Yes
Great value low cost camping	Yes
Walking	Yes
	Yes
Campground	Yes
No Pets	Yes
Campgrounds	Yes
BBQ	Yes
BYO drinking water	Yes
Highly recommended	Yes
Camping Fee	Yes
Non Drinking Water	Yes
Generators allowed between 9am and noon.	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Tully River	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
No fires except in fire pits	Yes

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