Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie in Quilpie, QLD — photo 1

Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie

Quilpie, QLD
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingTent SiteCaravansPets Welcome

About this campsite

The Bulloo River Camping Area in Quilpie is a unique haven for camping and nature enthusiasts. Enclosed by scenic Australian countryside, it offers unrestricted camping durations completely free of charge. Although no facilities are provided, the enchanting experience of bird-watching, particularly brolgas, and opal hunting in the surrounding areas more than compensates. The nearby information centre, located on the fittingly named Brolga Street, remains a helpful tool for exploring Quilpie further.

The charm of Quilpie extends far beyond its unique street names. Located on Brolga Street is the local information centre, a vital resource for vistors. Its namesake, the Brolga, is a native bird known as the emblem of this vibrant town. Quilpie, a place where tradition and nature intertwines, waits to be discovered by you.

How to Get There

Proceed to turnoff, 2km east of Quilpie on Developmental Road at railway crossing. GPS -26.61090, 144.28576. Turn north across the railway line and follow Adavale Road for approx. 2.5km to waypoint, immediately after cattle grid. At the waypoint, turn east onto a track for a further 1.8km to camp area on edge of Lake Houdraman.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Campgrounds
Free Camping
Caravans
Camping Area

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Unknown feature
Overnight Rest Area
Long Rig
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area
Photo Opportunity
Dry Access Only

Location

Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie•Developmental Road, Quilpie, QLD, 4480

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
30° / 20°
💧 45%
WED☁️
29° / 18°
💧 39%
THU☁️
33° / 18°
💧 5%
FRI⛈️
29° / 21°
💧 82%
SAT🌦️
31° / 19°
💧 53%

Common questions about Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie

Is Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie free to camp at?

Yes. Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie in Quilpie, 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: day rest area, free overnight camp, overnight rest area and tent site.

What facilities does Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie have?

Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie has day rest area, free overnight camp, overnight rest area, tent site, long rig and campgrounds. That is the short list; 15 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 Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie?

The record for Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie lists "Pets Welcome", 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 Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie online?

We hold no online booking link for Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie?

Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie sits in Quilpie, 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 Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie

Facilities recorded for Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie
FacilityOn site
Day Rest AreaYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Yes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Tent SiteYes
Long RigYes
CampgroundsYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Free CampingYes
ShadeYes
Day Use AreaYes
Photo OpportunityYes
CaravansYes
Camping AreaYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Dry Access OnlyYes

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Free to stay

No booking needed — first come, first served

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

$0 camping — no fees at this site
Sites are first come, first served — arrive early on holidays
Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
30°·26%·32km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
29°·29%·27km/h
Low–Moderate
Thu
33°·27%·31km/h
Low–Moderate
Estimated from forecast conditionsQFES

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Developmental Road

Quilpie, QLD 4480

Bulloo River Camping Area Quilpie

Free · no booking needed