Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo

Danbulla, QLD

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Danbulla, QLD

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CampgroundBBQNo PetsFire PlaceFishing SpotToiletsTent SiteAccessibleSwimming

About this campsite

Downfall Creek Campground at Lake Tinaroo offers an amazing outdoor experience amidst lush, native forests and tall, picturesque pine plantations. This natural retreat welcomes you with sights of diverse flora and fauna, with birds and butterflies aplenty. Ideal for tent or camper trailer stays, appreciate pristine water views with a sense of tranquility and disconnect from city-life.

Downfall Creek Campground is a tranquil retreat situated beside Lake Tinaroo. It offers unparalleled views of sprawling pine plantations mingling with indigenous forests. Each campsite is nestled amidst rich native vegetation that serves as a natural habitat for diverse bird species and butterflies. The campground accommodates both tents and camper trailers, making it ideal for different camping preferences. Here, you can bask in the serenity of nature's grandeur and enjoy numerous outdoor activities. Whether you're a passionate bird watcher, a tranquil solitude seeker, or an adventurous outdoors enthusiast, Downfall Creek Campground offers an unforgettable experience.

How to Get There

Located 9 km from the western entrance and 19 km from the eastern entrance of Danbulla Road. The Tablelands Regional Council has erected signs indicating this road is unsuitable for caravans. The camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle or boat.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Campground

Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ

Picnic Tables

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Camping Fee

Accessible

Other Features

Camp Trailers

Unknown feature

Camping areas must be booked – self-registration not available

Buy firewood before entering park

Fire Place

Non Drinking Water

No Long Rigs

Dry Access Only

No Caravans

Generators Allowed

Bin

BYO drinking water

Photo Opportunity

Mobile Phone Coverage

Walking

Campgrounds

Location

Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo•Danbulla Road, Danbulla, QLD, 4872

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Common questions about Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo

Is Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo free to camp at?

Yes. Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo in Danbulla, 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: bbq, camp trailers, camping areas must be booked – self-registration not available and no pets.

What facilities does Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo have?

Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo has bbq, camp trailers, camping areas must be booked – self-registration not available, no pets, buy firewood before entering park and picnic tables. That is the short list; 26 facilities are recorded for this site in total.

Are dogs allowed at Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo?

The record for Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo 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 Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo online?

We hold no online booking link for Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo, 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 Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo?

Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo sits in Danbulla, 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 Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo

Facilities recorded for Downfall Creek Campground Lake Tinaroo
Facility	On site
BBQ	Yes
Camp Trailers	Yes
	Yes
Camping areas must be booked – self-registration not available	Yes
No Pets	Yes
Buy firewood before entering park	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Fire Place	Yes
Campground	Yes
Non Drinking Water	Yes
No Long Rigs	Yes
Fishing Spot	Yes
Dry Access Only	Yes
No Caravans	Yes
Camping Fee	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Generators Allowed	Yes
Bin	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
BYO drinking water	Yes
Accessible	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Walking	Yes
Shade	Yes
Campgrounds	Yes
Swimming	Yes

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