| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Location | Wuruma Dam, QLD – 2.6km south of old site, near dam wall and spillway |
| Pet Friendly | See Camps App |
| Campfires | No – open fires prohibited, non-wood BBQs only |
| Facilities | Toilet block (2 male, 3 female), picnic tables, scenic lookout, lake-side walking track. No showers, BBQs or treated water |
| Vehicle Access | Flat terrain, 40 designated marked spaces |
| In Camps App | Yes – check for current details |
Sunwater relocated the campsite at Wuruma Dam, QLD to near the dam wall and spillway, 2.6 km south of the old site. Recreational day use at the foreshore and boat ramp will continue.
The GPS coordinates for the new designated camping site are: 25 11 48.9 S 150 59 24.5 E
Why the change?
The change is due to health and safety of dam visitors and employees, as well as increasing space, especially during peak periods.
The new site provides 40 designated, equally sized, clearly marked camping spaces on flat terrain away from trees and the foreshore, for free. It opened March 11, 2019, but you can camp at old bush camping area near the boat ramp until April 1, 2019.
No bookings are required and you are restricted to maximum stays of three weeks in any four week block.
What facilities are there?
- A toilet block (two male and three female)
- Scenic look-out
- Lake-side walking track
- Picnic tables
What to bring when camping at Wuruma Dam?
- There are no shower or BBQ facilities or treated water – BYO drinking water and non-woodfired BBQs (open fires are prohibited).
- Generators must be low decibel and operated during daylight hours only.
Remember
- The disposal of chemical toilet waste is prohibited – the nearest dump point is located in Eidsvold, opposite the Star Hotel.
- Please use the rubbish bins provided – if full, please take rubbish with you and dispose responsibly.
Wuruma Dam was constructed across the Nogo River in the upper Burnett River Catchment for irrigation & town water supply for Eidsvold, Mundubbera and Gayndah.
Camping and recreational facilities at Wuruma Dam are provided in goodwill to the community. Sunwater has been working with North Burnett Regional Council regarding these changes, and invite your feedback. www.sunwater.com.au
Images of Wuruma Dam and catches, from our App!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the new Wuruma Dam campsite located?
The new designated camping site is located 2.6 km south of the old site, near the dam wall and spillway at Wuruma Dam, Queensland. It opened on March 11, 2019.
How much does it cost to camp at Wuruma Dam?
Camping at Wuruma Dam is completely free. The site provides 40 designated, equally sized, clearly marked camping spaces on flat terrain, and no bookings are required.
How long can I stay at Wuruma Dam campsite?
You can stay for a maximum of three weeks in any four week block at the Wuruma Dam campsite.
What facilities are available at the new Wuruma Dam campsite?
The campsite has a toilet block with two male and three female toilets, picnic tables, a scenic lookout, and a lake-side walking track. There are no shower facilities, BBQs, or treated water available.
Can I have campfires or use a generator at Wuruma Dam?
Open fires are prohibited at Wuruma Dam. You can bring non-woodfired BBQs. Generators are permitted but must be low decibel and operated during daylight hours only.
What should I bring when camping at Wuruma Dam?
You must bring your own drinking water as there is no treated water available. Bring a non-woodfired BBQ as there are no BBQ facilities provided and open fires are prohibited.
Where is the nearest dump point for chemical toilets?
The disposal of chemical toilet waste is prohibited at the campsite. The nearest dump point is located in Eidsvold, opposite the Star Hotel.
Can I still use the boat ramp at Wuruma Dam?
Yes, recreational day use at the foreshore and boat ramp continues as normal, separate from the relocated camping area.
