Darlington Park

Darlington, QLD

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Darlington Park

Darlington, QLD

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CampsiteCaravansBBQFishing SpotAccessibleSwimmingDump PointFire PlaceToilets

About this campsite

Darlington Park is a stunning natural retreat nestled in the world-heritage listed Scenic Rim, just 90km from Brisbane. The park offers amenities such as BBQs, picnic tables, and sports arenas, and swimming opportunities in the Albert River. The picturesque campground is level and lush with towering gum trees for shade and scenery. Despite its central road, the park maintains a peaceful atmosphere under the careful watch of a dedicated caretaker. Ideal for family gatherings, sports events, and camping trips.

Welcoming you to the serene embrace of nature is Darlington Park, nestled in the scenic Kerry Valley, right at the edge of the Albert River. This haven offers a complete array of facilities such as toilets, BBQs, picnic tables, and shelters, ensuring your outdoor experience is comfortable and fulfilling. It even boasts of a sporting oval for your recreation and a designated swimming precinct to cool off. Distinctively located in the globally recognized and exquisite Scenic Rim, it is a mere 90km from Brisbane and just 28km from Beaudesert on Kerry Road. The enchanting campground radiates tranquillity, characterized by its flat, grassy canvas adorned by towering gum trees, the silent, majestic guardians of the park. The tranquil ambiance of the park is occasionally punctuated by the blend of nature and humanity, as the road that subtly cuts through the heart of the park isn't too bustling. A dedicated caretaker diligently patrols the park, ensuring everything is always in perfect order, further adding to your peace of mind as you immerse yourself in this slice of nature's paradise.

How to Get There

Approx. 9km south of Kerry on the western side of Kerry Road and on the bank of the Albert River.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Campground

Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ

Dump Point

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible

Camping Fee

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Walking

Managed by Wildwood Park Management

Non Drinking Water

Bin

Owned by council

Long Rig

Fire Place

Kiosk

Photo Opportunity

Boil or treat water before drinking or BYO drinking water

River Fishing

Unknown feature

Swimming in Albert River (safe for children)

Bookings essential during school holidays and public holidays

Location

Darlington Park•Kerry Road, Darlington, QLD, 4285

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Common questions about Darlington Park

Is Darlington Park free to camp at?

Yes. Darlington Park in Darlington, 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: caravans, walking, managed by wildwood park management and bbq.

What facilities does Darlington Park have?

Darlington Park has caravans, walking, managed by wildwood park management, bbq, fishing spot and campground. That is the short list; 24 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 Darlington Park?

The record for Darlington Park 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 Darlington Park online?

We hold no online booking link for Darlington Park, 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. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Darlington Park?

Darlington Park sits in Darlington, 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 Darlington Park

Facilities recorded for Darlington Park
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Walking	Yes
Managed by Wildwood Park Management	Yes
BBQ	Yes
Fishing Spot	Yes
Campground	Yes
Accessible	Yes
Swimming	Yes
Dump Point	Yes
Non Drinking Water	Yes
Bin	Yes
Owned by council	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Fire Place	Yes
Kiosk	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Camping Fee	Yes
Boil or treat water before drinking or BYO drinking water	Yes
Toilets	Yes
River Fishing	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Swimming in Albert River (safe for children)	Yes
Bookings essential during school holidays and public holidays	Yes

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