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Stop at the historic Dickabram Bridge, Miva, Queensland

You can see why it is a whole lot of water if the Mary River is close to the road above, as it was early January, 2022! 1893 was when the Mary River covered the bridge. In 1955 water splashed through the decking. The bridge stands 23 metres above the river! It is a little noisy crossing the historic Dickabram Bridge, Miva – not far from Theebine Hotel in the Gympie region. After lunch at the pub, we stopped at the bridge’s rest area for the night. And it is also noisy camping next to it. It does sound like

Michelle Gilmore 13 January, 2022

Kings Canyon Free Camp - Image Overland Exposure

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Ginty’s Lookout, an overnight camp with a great Red Centre view, Northern Territory

The Red Centre of Northern Territory is internationally famous for good reason! CAMPS Ambassadors Dan and Manda were travelling from the West MacDonnell Ranges. They said, “We hit some more dirt roads and made our way towards Kings Canyon. We found this great free camp (Ginty’s Lookout) which was right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the valley. We enjoyed sitting on the rocks, watching the sunset and sharing a drink.” Whether you are traveling west like them, descending down into Kings Canyon on your way to Uluru, or travelling back to Alice, this is a perfect spot! Have

Michelle Gilmore 12 January, 2022

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New RV park in Port Pirie, South Australia

The CMCA have opened their second park in South Australia, this one at Port Pirie. It’s located within the grounds of the Port Football and Community Club on the corner of Wandearah and Esmond Roads. You’ll have access to their facilities during opening hours and the club are offering discounts to members. Lunches and dinners are available most days. The park is a five minute stroll to shopping and businesses and provides a dump point, potable water, happy hour shelter, and park custodian. Well behaved fur babies on lead are permitted as are generators in reasonable hours. There are around

Leisa Cooper 12 January, 2022

Urbenville Forest Park, New South Wales image Jenny Woodley

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2 free camps and budget showground at Urbenville, New South Wales

Isn’t it wonderful when a small country town offers not one, but two FREE camp areas and a budget site? Urbenville Forest Park is on the northern town boundary, bordered by Clarence Way and Tooloom Creek. This special area is south of Woodenbong and the Queensland border. It is surrounded by waterfalls, national parks and state forests. Jenny Woodley shared photos in our Facebook group “I Love Camping Australia WIde”. Jenny said “nice little free camp just out of Urbenville in N.S.W. Toilets, firepits and an abundance of birdlife.” The park is pet friendly with picnic tables, shade, mobile reception

Michelle Gilmore 12 January, 2022

Dirranbandi Balonne Minor Bridge Camp Site

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Free camp riverside at Balonne Minor Bridge, Dirranbandi, Queensland

As we drove towards Bollon from Dirranbandi, we popped into the Balonne Minor Bridge and decided it was our campsite for the night! For me it was the beautiful river and riverbank, there was only a scattering of vans parked up, and it was well off the road. The boys however, loved that the mobile reception was excellent – as there was a footy game on that night. Whilst they set up, I read my book down on the bank. We had a cracking night under the stars fireside, despite a few rodents skirting through the grass. There are no

Michelle Gilmore 22 December, 2021

Camping

Explore the Oriental Claims Historic Area, Victoria

The Great Alpine Road in Victoria has many hidden gems and amazing camping locations. Think campfires beside creek beds or historic cattleman’s huts. We were driving on the outskirts of Omeo, south of Hotham and Dinner Plain Alpine areas, and could see in the distance red cliffs. My travel companion followed his nose and we happened upon very interesting remains of the Victorian goldrush. The Oriental Claims Historic Area is a picnic area 3 km south west of town. Dogs are allowed if on leash, but there is no camping. Turn right to the picnic area first, and read up

Michelle Gilmore 20 December, 2021

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Swim with crocodiles at Lake Argyle, Western Australia

Hire the BBQ Boat on Lake Argyle, WA – image Adams Family Travels Lake Argyle Caravan and Camping Park is located 70km east of Kununurra in the amazing Kimberley region. They offer a range of villas, cabins, powered and unpowered sites to suit all travellers. You can enjoy a meal in the beer garden and there is also regular live entertainment on the grass area. The infinity pool would have to be one of the most photographed pools in Australia (also one of the coldest). Enjoy spectacular views of Lake Argyle and the surrounding ranges while enjoying a swim. There

Michelle Gilmore 20 December, 2021

Lake Tinaroo Downfall Creek Campground QLD- image Overland Exposure

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How good is Downfall Creek Camp, Queensland

How good does this look? Downfall Creek Camp on Lake Tinaroo is located in the Danbulla forest, a spectacular part of the Atherton Tableland, Queensland. You can spend the day on the water, fishing, waterskiing and swimming, or enjoy the Regeneration walk that leads to the Kauri Creek camping area. CAMPS ambassadors, Dan and Manda said: We had a planned 2 nights stay here, however it turned into 6 nights since you can’t get a better lake side camp in the Atherton Tablelands area! Swimming, camp fires, off grid living, wildlife, and we ran into our friends… so hung out

Michelle Gilmore 16 December, 2021

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Budget oceanside camp at Eagle Bluff, Shark Bay, Western Australia

Eagle Bluff is one of four coastal sites south of Denham. It is located in the UNESCO Shark Bay World Heritage Area, 22 km from Denham. From high cliffs and 400 metre boardwalk overlooking Denham Sound, we spotted lots of marine and bird life here. Keep your eyes out for ospreys, dugongs, dolphins, sharks and rays. Camping at Eagle Bluff is located 2 km down the 4 km access track to the board walk on your right hand side. It is one night only at this pristine location and there are no amenities. All four sites, including Fowlers Camp, Whalebone Bay and

Michelle Gilmore 16 December, 2021

Camping

Stop at the historic Dickabram Bridge, Miva, Queensland

Ginty’s Lookout, an overnight camp with a great Red Centre view, Northern Territory

New RV park in Port Pirie, South Australia

2 free camps and budget showground at Urbenville, New South Wales

Free camp riverside at Balonne Minor Bridge, Dirranbandi, Queensland

Explore the Oriental Claims Historic Area, Victoria

Swim with crocodiles at Lake Argyle, Western Australia

How good is Downfall Creek Camp, Queensland

Budget oceanside camp at Eagle Bluff, Shark Bay, Western Australia

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