Seven Mile camping area
Seven Mile camping area is adjacent to a large waterhole on the banks of the North Kennedy River, this spot is ideal for fishing.
Accessible by
- 4WD
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Generators allowed (conditions apply)
- Tent camping
- Camper trailer camping
- Tent camping beside car
- Boating
- Fishing
Always check
- Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
- Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
- Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
- Your camping permit is booked – book online.
- Any park-specific camping information for Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL).
- Visiting Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) safely for important safety information.
Visitors need to book their camping permit before they visit. Book online, at an over-the-counter booking office or by phone.
Camping area features: adjacent to a large waterhole on the banks of the North Kennedy River, this spot is ideal for fishing. Large crocodiles are frequently seen here—Be Crocwise in Croc Country.
Location: central part of the national park (CYPAL) on the eastern bank of the North Kennedy River, 12km west of Lakefield Road—by road, the turn-off is 15km northwest of the Lakefield ranger base and 7km south of Hann Crossing.
Map: Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) central camping areas map
Access: the camping area can be accessed by four-wheel-drive vehicle only. It is not accessible for caravans, campervans or buses. The road becomes impassable after rain.
Boat launching: manual launching (no trailer access) from 1km south of campsite 2.
Number of sites: 4 numbered sites.
Site | Camp size |
|---|---|
1 | Maximum 2 vehicles (10 persons). |
2 | Maximum 3 vehicles (12 persons). |
3 | Maximum 2 vehicles (10 persons). |
4 | Maximum 2 vehicles (10 persons). |
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car and camper trailers.
Camp site surface: dirt, rock and sand.
Shade: partial shade.
Facilities: day-use area centrally located adjacent to the estuarine boat access.
Open fires: allowed (except when fire bans apply) but must be contained. Fuel stoves are recommended. Do not collect firewood in the national park (CYPAL).
Generators: only generators operated at less than 65dB(A), when measured 7m from the generator, are permitted, and only between 8am and 7pm.
Essentials to bring: adequate food and drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent, mosquito nets, fuel stove and adequate fuel and spare parts for your vehicle. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings
Advance bookings are essential. Book online or learn about our camping booking options.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) safely and camp with care.
- Viewing platform closed: Red lily lagoon, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) 1 June to 30 November 2026
- Temporary closure for public safety: Kennedy Bend camping area, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) 18 May to 30 November 2026
- Livestock muster, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) 3–30 September 2026