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Big Crystal Creek Campground

Crystal Creek, QLD

About this campsite

Nestled adjacent to Big Crystal Creek, this campsite offers a prime location for swimming, picnicking, and birdwatching. This popular spot flaunts wheelchair-accessible amenities including toilets and a shelter shed. The campground is accessible to conventional vehicles, trailers, and small caravans, although it's important to note that there's limited space for large rigs due to narrow access roads. The campsites themselves feature generous space, flat terrain, shaded areas, and well-maintained grass. In terms of facilities, it provides clean toilets, cold showers, and a day-use area equipped with gas BBQ's. Remember to book your spot in advance as it's now an online or phone booking exclusive. Adding to the uniqueness of this campsite is the large, clear waterhole making a refreshing swim inevitable. A convenient drive or walk to the rock slides along a scenic route makes for a pleasant addition to your camping experience. It's the perfect setting for a peaceful retreat, but do aim to avoid long weekends due to heavy influx.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Campground

Facilities

Shade
BBQ
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
Camping Fee
No Fires
No Pets

Other Features

No Generators
Dry Access Only
Photo Opportunity
Unknown feature
Non Drinking Water
Walking
No Long Rigs
Camp Trailers
Bird Watching
National Park
Cold Showers
Boil or treat all water before drinking
Bookings essential. Book online or phone.
Suitable for small caravans only.
Permit required and fees apply
Access may be restricted during the summer wet season
Caravan Parks
Campgrounds

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