5 Campfire-Friendly Campgrounds Near Brisbane

5 Campfire-Friendly Campgrounds Near Brisbane!

How good is it having a quick and cheap weekend away camping? If you are like me you have to be able to cook in a camp oven over a campfire! Today we thought we would showcase five campfire-friendly campgrounds near Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

1. Sharp Park – Riverbend Bush Camping Canungra

James Sharp Memorial Park is an excellent family campground nestled on the upper reaches of the Coomera River about 35km west of the Gold Coast near the town of Canungra.  It boasts large open grassed areas with a few shaded spots around the edge of the park and by the creek. Has plenty of opportunities to relax, swim, fish and even canoe in some parts of the river. Open fires are permitted in designated fireplaces, but you are required to supply your own firewood.

Cost: $10 per adult per night and $5 per child per night under 5yrs free, surcharge Christmas and easter blocks. Pay to the caretaker on site – no Eftpos.

2. Darlington Park – Beaudesert Region

Darlington Park is nature’s perfect bush camping backdrop. Boarded by the Albert River, this well-grassed camping ground set amongst tall gums this campsite has something for everyone. From nature watching, fishing, swimming and bike riding and if you are into four-wheel driving close by is Duck Creek Road, which offers a great  4×4 experience up to the O’Reilly’s Plateau. Open fires are permitted in designated fireplaces, and firewood, ice and a few other creature comforts are available for purchase from the caretaker’s kiosk.

Cost:

Adults $10.00 per person per night (16 years and over); Children $5.00 per person per night (5 – 15 years); CHILDREN UNDER 5 FREE!!

Family $30.00 per night (2 adults and up to 4 children)

3. Flanagan Reserve, Barney View – Beaudesert Region

Flanagan Reserve is 12 hectares of bush camping located on the upper reaches of the Logan River. Well, shaded campsites are nestled on the river bank at the foot of Mt Maroon and the World Heritage-listed Mt Barney National Park. There is an abundance of natural wildlife and the site is a great spot for swimming and fishing for the whole family. Essential supplies including firewood can be bought from the caretaker’s kiosk on site.

Cost:

Adults $12.00 per person per night (16 years and over); Children $6.00 per person per night (3 – 15 years); CHILDREN UNDER 3 FREE!!

4. MV Sarawak, Inskip Peninsular

MV Sarawak, Inskip Peninsular is one of five campsites at the far end of Inskip point, about 15 minutes drive from Rainbow Beach. Each site provides similar conditions and amenities. Most sites are protected and shaded by She Oaks, Cypress Pine and other coastal shrubs. 4×4 Beach access is available, and the open beach provides a great place for beach fishing, surfing and swimming while the protected bay side of the point provides calm water access for watercraft. Open fires are permitted in designated fireplaces.

Cost: $6.55 per person per night or $26.20 per family group per night. Children under five years of age are free.

5. Cedar Grove, Amamoor SF, North of Brisbane

Cedar Grove, Amamoor State Forest is a small grassed area set among cedar and bunya pines. A large pool in the bend of Amamoor Creek just down from the campsite provides a great spot for a swim. Several walking tracks are available including a short walk to a viewing platform where you may be lucky enough to spot platypus, a 1km Rainforest walk or the Cedar Grove trail for the more experienced hiker.

Cost: $6.55 per person per night or $26.20 per family group per night. Children under five years of age are free.

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