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Pyramid Campground

Porcupine, QLD
At a glance
CampgroundTent SiteCaravansToiletsNo Pets

About this campsite

Situated in the upper level of the stunning Porcupine Gorge, Pyramid Campground is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It serves as a starting point for a 2.4km scenic walking track leading right into the deep gorge. Enjoying the awe-inspiring surroundings, campers often find respite at the swimming hole located below the pyramid rock. Pack essentials as phone access is non-existent. Please note that bookings are essential prior to camping via a National parks office in Hughenden. Take a break in the lap of nature, one spectacular view at a time.

Nestled in the upper reaches of the stunning Porcupine Gorge, Pyramid Campground offers an outdoor haven for nature enthusiasts. It serves as the launching pad for the scenic 2.4-kilometer Pyramid track, meandering its way down into the heart of the gorge. Although the descent might be a test for your shoes, it's well worth the sweat as breathtaking vistas unfurl around each bend. A refreshing reward awaits in the form of a serene swimming hole tucked beneath the towering Pyramid Rock. To ensure an optimal and eco-friendly camping experience, Pyramid Campground, like all Queensland national parks, requires prior booking and payment. Although it seems a bit remote, being far from phone access, the National Parks office in nearby Hughenden is ready to help those in need of assistance. More than a campsite, the Pyramid Campground experience is a real welcoming power, allowing you to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with Mother Nature. It is not just about spending time, it is more about investing in memories. Get ready to immerse yourself in raw nature, where every day is Earth Day!

How to Get There

500 metres from the park entrance and 2.5 kilometres from Mount Emu Plains Road. The road into the camp ground is fully sealed.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Campground
Tent Site
Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

No Fires
Camping Fee
No Pets

Other Features

No Generators
Walking
Photo Opportunity
Dry Access Only
Campgrounds
Unknown feature
National Park

Location

Pyramid Campground•Mt Emu Road, Porcupine, QLD, 4821

Common questions about Pyramid Campground

Is Pyramid Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Pyramid Campground in Porcupine, 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: no generators, campground, tent site and walking.

What facilities does Pyramid Campground have?

Pyramid Campground has no generators, campground, tent site, walking, photo opportunity and dry access only. That is the short list; 14 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 Pyramid Campground?

The record for Pyramid Campground 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 Pyramid Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Pyramid Campground, 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 Pyramid Campground?

Pyramid Campground sits in Porcupine, 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 Pyramid Campground

Facilities recorded for Pyramid Campground
FacilityOn site
No GeneratorsYes
CampgroundYes
Tent SiteYes
WalkingYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
CaravansYes
No FiresYes
CampgroundsYes
ToiletsYes
Picnic TablesYes
Yes
Camping FeeYes
No PetsYes
National ParkYes

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Mt Emu Road

Porcupine, QLD 4821

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