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Lake Cressbrook Campground

Crows Nest, QLD
Caravan ParkCaravansDrinking WaterTent SiteToiletsBBQFire PlaceAccessibleCamp Kitchen

About this caravan park

Lake Cressbrook Campground offers absolute waterfront camping spots amidst open grass areas and tall, shady trees. Amenities include hot showers, a camp kitchen, BBQs and a fish cleaning station. The lake is rich with various fish species and there's a boat ramp for access. An allocated area is available for caravans and motorhomes, though care should be taken due to narrow roads. The campground is tranquil and remote, and would be appreciated by those seeking a digital detox as there's no 3G signal.

Lake Cressbrook Campground is a tranquil waterfront retreat, enveloped by grassy expanses and shaded by lofty trees. Campground amenities include warm showers, a fully-equipped camp kitchen, BBQ stations, and facilities for fish preparation. The lake is teeming with an abundance of aquatic species, including Yellow Belly, Silver Perch, Bass, Mary River Cod and Saratoga, creating a prime location for fishing enthusiasts. For those who own a boat, a ramp is conveniently located at the day-use area, a brief drive around the lake's perimeter. The campground has allocated a specific area for the accommodation of caravans and motorhomes. While the tracks can accommodate units up to around 22 feet, larger vehicles may struggle with tight corners and narrow passages. One of the distinct features of Lake Cressbrook Campground is its serenity, which is partly due to the absence of a 3G signal in the location. While some may view this as a slight inconvenience, many others see it as a golden opportunity to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature.

How to Get There

18km east of Crows Nest at the end of Perseverance Dam Road. Once you go through the gate at the waypoint, the going gets rather steep. Good practice dictates that if you are towing a caravan or your vehicle is heavy, it is safest to select a low gear to save overheating the brakes. If you do need to brake as well, do so intermittently to allow cooling of the brakes. Hot brakes fade just when you need them most.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets
Hot Showers

Activities

Public Boat Ramp
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Campground

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
Camping Fee
No Pets

Other Features

Caravan Parks
Day Use Fee
Unknown feature
Information
Fire Place
but weak Telstra signal at day area
Walking
Information Board
Bird Watching
Camp Kitchen
Coin operated boom gate + Self registration fee for camping
No Generators
Campgrounds
Bin
Camp Trailers
Fires allowed in fire places
Canoeing Kayaking
No 3G signal at campground
Hot showers and accessible toilets
Boat Ramps
Plenty of wildlife
Long Rig
Photo Opportunity
No Swimming

Location

Lake Cressbrook CampgroundPerseverance Dam Road, Crows Nest, QLD, 4355

Weather Forecast

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20° / 13°
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19° / 12°
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19° / 12°
FRI☁️
21° / 11°
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22° / 14°
💧 27%

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20°·72%·16km/h
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