Camping in Dalrymple

Burdekin River camping area

Camp in a peaceful setting on the south-western upper bank of the Burdekin River under shady trees. Facilities are not provided.

A 4WD vehicle is recommended. After minor rainfall the unsealed (dirt) access road to the camping area becomes boggy and can be impassable.

Camping permits are required and fees apply. A camping tag or your booking details must be displayed at your camp site.

• Burdekin River camping area map (PDF, 1.1MB)

Park-specific conditions

• Camping is only permitted in the numbered camp sites within the camping area.
• Camp fires are only permitted in the steel fire rings (fireplace) provided, except when QFD fire ban and restrictions or QPWS-imposed fire prohibitions (PDF, 763.6KB) are in place. Bring your own clean firewood such as untreated, mill off-cuts—collecting firewood from the national park is prohibited. Preferably use a gas or fuel stove.
• Generators are allowed between the hours of 9am and 12pm (midday) and must operate at a noise level of less than 65dB(A) at a distance of 7 metres.
• Rubbish bins are not provided. Bring a sealable container to store your rubbish in. Take your rubbish away with you when you leave for disposal or recycling.
• Domestic animals are not permitted in the national park. Please observe the guidelines for dog and pets.
• Drones are prohibited at Burdekin River camping area, see Drone safety and regulation.
• No smoking (including vaping) within 10m of camp sites.

Read more about staying safe and looking after the park.