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By GhostGums on 13-Jan-09. Waypoint GA1349

Camping at Tyalgum Showgrounds NSW with powered and unpowered sites, toilets, showers, drinking water, free dump point for campers and a camp kitchen Contact the caretaker upon arrival.
This is a recreation reserve camp ground run by volunteers all money collected goes back to improvement of the facilities
Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash.

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Chambers Pillar Camping Ground, Hugh, Northern Territory

In 2017 we visited this remote campground and historic reserve. An amazing adventure that we will always remember.

The main feature of this 340 hectare Reserve is the pillar of sandstone which towers 50 metres above the surrounding plain. The reserve is roughly 160km south of Alice Springs on Old South Road. The road is unsealed and may be closed after rain. After the Maryvale turnoff, a 4WD is required to negotiate the deep sand drifts and steep jump ups. Use extreme caution when driving over single lane sand dunes. It is advisable to have someone check for oncoming traffic or to attach a flag to warn other motorists of your approach. Camping fees apply and must be booked and paid online prior to arrival. Facilities include wood fire pits and pit toilets. Firewood collection is not permitted in the reserve. Fires are only permitted in designated fire pits. Bins are not provided, so take your rubbish with you. Pets and generators are not permitted. ref WikiCamps

Logging for the Cacheopoly Game.

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Burraga Dam Campground.
Walks, (pit toilet when we were there). Kayaking. Birdwatching.
We went there on one of our first escapes after the first Covid Lockdown.
At that time it was during the week, and was fairly quiet. Lots of birds around! TFTC

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Roonka Water Activities Centre, SA

2. What facilities are available: toilets, showers, camp kitchen x2,

3. Activities: paddling, flying fox, bouldering, nature walk, orienteering, geocaching

4. Are campfires permitted: yes during non-fireban season

5. If it requires a 4WD to access: no

6. The nearest town and distance: Blanchtown, 9km


Great Cache

Thanks for the cache

James0116

When I camp I usually go for remote locations with no facilities that require 4WD access. My 4WD Geo-van is setup for off-grid camping. Let’s just say I’m not a people person, especially nowadays, and I prefer to adventure alone.

This is my favourite camping area on Moreton Island and my most recent camp. You are on a beach only metres away from the water. Dugongs, turtles, great sunsets, isolation.

1. NW Zone, Moreton Island QLD
2. No facilities
3. Camping, 4WDing, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, boating, geocaching, hiking.
4. Campfires allowed. BYO wood.
5. 4WD required
6. Bulwer, 1-2km north
7. S 027° 05.387' E 153° 22.194'

Thanks for the cache

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A great camping ground in the northeast Wheatbelt/outback WA is Wurruga Dam.
It has a wonderful historical railway dam, plenty of water, not drinking water though.
You need to be self sufficient.
Lots of rusty relics to explore on the otherside of the dam.
S 28° 24.667 E 116° 16.123
Thanks for the Locationless Cache

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Another good free camp on the Archer Creek south of Ravenshoe.

1. Archer Creek Queensland
2. Toilets
3. Walking, swimming, touring nearby Millstream Falls, caching
4. Fires permitted but bring your own wood.
5. 4WD not necessary.
6. Ravenshoe 7 kms Mt Garnett 30 kms

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We camped here for 5 nights. A lovely quiet free camp with sunny spots for those who want solar and shade for those who don't need it.
1. Queensland
2. Toilets, shower (donation appreciated), tables, bins
3. Walking, contemplating nature, caching, sight seeing,
4. Fires permitted but best to bring your own wood
5. 4WD not necessary depending on where you are coming from.
6. In Irvinebank itself but no shops but a great pub.
Herberton 25 km away.
7. Dog friendly.

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GCA 2,421. Our favourite campground north of Goulburn is Bummaroo Ford on the Abercrombie River. Especially fun in winter with a fire going.

1. Bummaroo Ford NSW.

2. Drop Toilets are available.

3. Relaxing ! Bird watching.

4. Fire Pits are provided. Plenty of firewood can be collected around the site.

5. 2WD access is fine.

6. Taralga is about 20 km away. Goulburn 60 Km.

7. S34 11.640 E149 44.500.

TFTC !!

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Springlawn Campsite, Narawntapu National Park, Tasmania

Narawntapu National Park (formerly known as Asbestos Range National Park) is a place of peace for people and wildlife alike. It stretches from the low coastal ranges to the long Bass Strait beaches, and includes an historic farm, a complex of inlets, small islands, headlands, wetlands, dunes and lagoons, all with an amazing variety of plants and animals.

Small quantities of asbestos, among other minerals, were once mined in areas beyond the Asbestos Range, but never actually in the Asbestos Range itself - despite the earlier name of the park. Hence the name change.

Dubbed the "Serengeti of Tasmania", Narawntapu is one of the best places in Tasmania to view wildlife. The park boasts a rich array of easily observed animals that come out in the evening to graze on the grasslands. Some of the animals that you may see include the Forester kangaroo, Bennetts wallaby and common wombat. You may even catch a glimpse of a Tasmanian devil.

A Visitor Centre with interpretive displays, park office and full picnic and toilet facilities are found at Springlawn, the main park entrance. A public pay phone is located outside the office. Picnic facilities, including tables, are also found at Bakers Point and Badger Head. Toilets are available at Griffiths Point and Bakers Point. The park has a small souvenir shop and limited kiosk facilities.

Within the park camping is allowed at Springlawn, the horse yards, Bakers Point and Koybaa. A self-registration system for campers operates from the Springlawn Visitor Centre. Most campsites have tables and hybrid toilets. Fires are permitted at Bakers Point and Horse Yards campgrounds in the designated fire places.

At Springlawn there are septic toilets, a shower block (small fee for 4 minute tokens, available from Visitor Centre), powered sites and electric barbecues. The park is easily reached from either Devonport or Launceston, which have plenty of accommodation. Nearby Port Sorell and Greens Beach also offer camping and other accommodation outside the park.

Fireplaces are provided in the campsites. Users will need to provide their own wood or purchase it from the Visitor Centre. Fire restrictions might apply. Vsitors are encouraged to use a portable cooking stove. Electric barbecues operate at Springlawn and are free of charge.

Bakers Beach and Badger Beach are generally safe for swimming. They are also popular for line fishing. Swimmers are advised to take care near the rocks at Griffiths Point and in the Port Sorell estuary, particularly when the tide is going out.

A section of Springlawn Beach is reserved for water-craft entering and exiting the water via the boat ramp at Bakers Point No swimming is allowed here.

Holding yards and a 26 kilometre return trail are provided for horse riding. A permit, which can be by ringing the Visitor Centre (see Office locations and contacts) is needed to bring horses into the park. Bookings must be made for use of the yards at least 48 hours in advance.

During most summer holidays, Discovery Rangers offer a varied program of walks, talks and other activities for both children and adults. As well as being fun, these are a great way to learn about our wildlife and heritage.

Situated on the central north coast of Tasmania, Narawntapu National Park is less than one hours drive from Launceston. From Launceston, you can get to West Head and Badger Beach at the eastern end of the park by driving up the West Tamar Highway and turning left into C721.

The main body of the park, Springlawn and Bakers Beach, is accessible from B71 east of Devonport or B72 north of Westbury. Watch for the marked turnoff to the park, C740.

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1. Name of the campground, and state.
Tallaganda National Park/State Forest, campsite within the Lowden Forest Park. (Remote-ish)

2. What facilities are available (toilets, showers, camp kitchen)
Drop toilet. Bring your own toilet paper. Flowing spring. Could be used for washing. Not sure about drinking.

3. Activities
Bush walking in forest.

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available.
Perhaps, if there are fireplaces. Think I saw one lit while there.

5. If it requires a 4WD to access
Likely only need a 2WD car with reasonable ground clearance. We went there in an AWD.

6. The nearest town and distance
Captains Flat, 21kms, but limited facilities there. Queanbeyan 65kms. But winding, dirt roads.

7. And of course GPS Co-ords
S 35° 30.630 E 149° 36.129

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1. Name of the campground, and state.
Hellyer Gorge, Tas free camping.

2. What facilities are available (toilets, showers, camp kitchen)
Flush toilets, but no lights, or electricity.

3. Activities
Bush walking. In the middle of rainforest.

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available
If you bring your own wood.

5. If it requires a 4WD to access
No, On bitumen road.

6. The nearest town and distance
Somerset, 65kms.

7. And of course GPS Co-ords
S41° 16.410 E145° 36.904

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1. Name of the campground, and state.
Dunmarra Roadhouse campground, NT.

2. What facilities are available (toilets, showers, camp kitchen)
Flush toilets, hot showers, washing machine. Tables to sit at, but I saw no camp kitchen.

3. Activities
Neighbouring pub and restaurant.

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available
I saw no campfires.

5. If it requires a 4WD to access
No, on Stuart Highway.

6. The nearest town and distance
Daly Waters, 52kms.

7. And of course GPS Co-ords
S16° 40.817 E133° 24.762

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1. Name of the campground, and state.
Jugiong camping area. NSW.

2. What facilities are available (toilets, showers, camp kitchen)
Flush toilets. Showers in summer when the neighbouring swimming pool is operating (for the pool entrance fee). No camp kitchen.

3. Activities
On Murrumbidgee River. There is a very nice cafe across the road, with some arts and crafts too. Some days a fruit and vegetable shop too. There is a pub down the road, but not sure it is operating, as last time I was there it was being renovated.

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available
Didn't see any campfires

5. If it requires a 4WD to access
No, off bitumen road.

6. The nearest town and distance
In the middle of Jugiong. The town is tiny.

7. And of course GPS Co-ords
S34° 49.448 E148° 19.649

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1. Name of the campground, and state. - St Albans Reserve, about 20km from Wiseman's Ferry

2. What facilities are available - Free camping. There are council toilets, and a few picnic tables. Pub within walking distance, and the MacDonald river which doesn't usually have much water in it.

3. Activities - chilling out, walking, swimming & fishing up or downstream a bit.

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available - BYO firewood, but campfires are permitted unless total fire ban.

5. If it requires a 4WD to access - No - easy access, but if you drive in via Webbs Creek Ferry Road, the turn onto the St Albans bridge is tight for large vehicles. Settlers Road still has bits that are dirt - but easy enough even in 2WD cars

6. The nearest town and distance Wiseman's Ferry approx 20km.

We love to go camping here as it is only about 1 hour from sydney, but once you cross the river there is no phone reception & all you can do is chill out.
There is a great folk festival there around Anzac weekend - then the camping is very full, and there are a few other horsey / 4 wd weekends during the year too which can fill the place up.

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Burren Junction Bore Baths, NSW

This is a very popular area, which has artesian bore baths.
There are toilets and showers (bore water but warm). There is no shade at the camping areas (two quite large areas). Unsure about campfires, 4WD not necessary.
The bore baths are available 24 hours but are closed from October to Easter.
Nearest town is Burren Junction about 5 km west, or Wee Waa about 50km east.

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Mendooran Rest Area, NSW

There are toilets, water, cold shower.
You can have campfires but need to collect your own timber.
4WD not necessary.
The town of Mendooran is a 2 minute walk away.

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We started camping a few years ago at the Indiana Dunes State Park...and now we try to go at least twice a year. It is located on the southern shore of Lake Michigan.

1) Indiana Dunes State Park, Indiana, USA
2) fire pit at each site, showers, bathrooms, electrical hook-ups
3) Kids Playground, 15 miles of hiking trails, Nature Center, Lake Michigan and beach.
4) Campfires are permitted. Firewood can be purchased at camp store or at stores in the nearby towns. BUT...Indiana is battling the infestation of the Emerald Ash Borer...an insect killing Ash trees in USA. All firewood brought into the State Park must be purchased with a sticker guaranteeing that the firewood has been prepared in a way to ensure that the Emerald Ash Borer is not present.
5) No 4WD. Paved roads up to the individual campsites.
6) Chesterton, IN. About 10 minutes away.
7) Posted.The coordinates given are to one of my favorite individual campsites on the grounds.

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A weekend expidition to Wagga Wagga a couple weeks ago resulted in us staying at the Big 4 Camping grounds in Wagga Wagga. We were actually rather impressed as the facilities were rather nice for a campground.

1. Name of the campground, and state. - Big 4 Wagga Wagga Holiday Park - Wagga Wagga, NSW

2. What facilities are available (toilets, showers, camp kitchen) Amenities Blocks, BBQ, Camp Kitchen, Laundries with Washing Machines & Dryers

3. Activities - BBQ's, Swimming Pool, Kids Playground

4. Are campfires permitted and where firewood might be available - No Campfires onsite

5. If it requires a 4WD to access - No, bitumen roads

6. The nearest town and distance - 2 Minutes from the centre of Wagga Wagga

7. And of course GPS Co-ords - Added

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1. Ashley Gardens BIG4 Holiday Village, Victoria
2. Powered Sites, Modern Cabins, Guest Amenities, Playground, Tennis court, Swimming pool
3. Melbourne Zoo, Supermarket, Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, Melbourne Aquarium
4. campfires are permitted, but BYO wood
5. Accessible by all vehicles
6. Braybrook VIC 3019
7. 37° 46.985'S 144° 51.877'E

1.Chinchilla Weir campground - Queensland
7.S26 48.052 E150 34.904
2. The campground has toilets, a boat ramp, picnic tables and best of all free power. The Camps 6 book says you pay a donation to camp here at the info centre in town but the sign at the grounds says it is free.
3. Swimming, fishing, canoeing, water skiing, any other water sport.
4. Campfires allowed
5. Bitumen road right to although suggested not to camp here during very wet weather - sites are off bitumen on gravel or grass
6. Nearest town is Chinchilla which is 8kms to the North
Had a lovely night here and would recommend this site to all campers.
Thanks.

Mary Kathleen
S20 46.640 E139 58.857
We have been on the road for 2 months now and have stayed in some great spots but some bad ones as well. There are two caches near here and the co-ords I have given are for the first. We parked on the cement slab only metres from the cache.
This one is not in the camps 6 book but is by far one of the better ones we have visited. It is a massive area with heaps of cement slabs to park on. The night we were there we were one of about 50 but the area is so vast that you can be near others or totally alone.
Here are the details:
1. Mary Kathleen - Queensland
2. No facilities at all except for sealed roads and cement slabs to park on.
3. Grab the 2 caches. Walk around the old town of Mary Kathleen - We found the old swimming pool which has since been filled in, the tennis courts and lots of other interesting things. The history of the town can be found in the cache description for 'Mary Kathleen - GC259HC'. Drive most of the way and then walk the last bit to the open cut mine with its beautiful blue lake and while there grab the cache 'Blue Waters - GC2CYHG.
4. No campfires allowed
5. We got in there no worries in the campervan and there were numerous vans and caravans there
6. It is about half way between Cloncurry and Mt Isa. There is a free camp site on the road not too far from here but if you are self contained why would you cram in to a small space with heaps of others right next to a main road with road trains and trucks passing all night when 5 kms away you have this peaceful spot
7. Co-ords given above of our camp spot.
Thanks.

Lime Bay Campground - Tasman Peninsula
We recently camped in this beautiful place. It has shelter, a walk to the beach and toilets. It cost us $13.00 to stay one night and we found a cache GC1X93H
We enjoyed our stay away from the busy life

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The Cotter Campground - just south of Canberra

The campground has a camp kitchen with sink and small prep area.

There are showers and toilets

Activities available close by, or just a short drive away include, swimming, bushwalking, horse riding and 4WDing...just to name a few.

Fireplaces are available and there is a ready supply of firewood for these.....just not for use on total fire ban days.

The grounds are 2WD accessible

Distance from the nearest Canberra suburbs (Duffy and Rivett) is approz 10-12 k's and both these suburbs have small shopping centres, including an independent supermarket.

I can remember staying here back in the 70's and although things have changed a bit, it is a neat little place to park a tent a few days....

Some photo's attached.

Thanks for the locationless.

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Went out to Tullamore for that mess o' caches but found most of them fairley early so thought I might head north west and get a couple more before setting up camp. Was gonna camp by the road as usual but noticed that on the way to Obley the Goobang National Park, so as the Ute Dog II was left at home this time decided to try the park. it was still just before sunset and their was a sign to the Caloma Trig Lookout. So here was a chance to get a Trig Locationless see sunset from the most easterly border of the Wiradjuri-Bogan language people and get back to set up camp at a nice site that has toilets. trestle tables, enclosed fire places, nice flat ground for a comfortable sleep, and Roos for scenery.
Nice Spot. Thanks Acko

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Haddon Corner turn off. we arrived early enough to set up camp and then head into the Corner. I had been there before and was gonna take my friends and their kids their. We had set off from outside Sydney to go History travelling. I had done the trip several times and was going to share my small knowledge with these families as they had never been out this far into The Great Outback.To Bourke then all the history around Cameron Corner and Innaminka then up to Haddon Cnr. From their to Birdsville , the Desert and then Maree and then home. A great time and messes of fun. Anyway back to the story, got to where we set up camp only to see a sign that said Road Closed, what with the rain the track was wrecked so just camping was to be the go!
As for toileting , here we have a problem, If mixed company 2 wives two young little ladies and thousands of hectares of flat land and little to no bushes!!!!
So a vehicle was strategically placed and the boys had to hoof it off several hundred mtrs. Only Ute Dog didn't seem to have NO SHAME!!!!The night was beautiful and with a sky sooo BIG we saw forever into the beautiful night sky.
So for all that may read this log, if you ever have the chance out here is a definitely a marvellously gloeious place to pitch your tent.
Thanks Acko and Ute Dog

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SNUG BEACH CABIN AND CARAVAN PARK, Tasmania
Facilities include
NEW SHOWER/TOILET COMPLEX BUILT 2005!
NEW GUEST LAUNDRY BUILT 2005!
Camp kitchen with cooking facilities, TV, and fridges.
Black water Dump Point.
Boat ramp 200m.
VCR player for hire.
Facilities for the disabled (cabins, amenity complex).
Public Phone
Credit Card facilities
Local bird feeding
The township of Snug is a 5 minute walk away and the park is accessible via a sealed road so a 4x4 is not necessary.
Its also a great fishing location and 10 min drive to Bruny Island car ferry.
Thanks for the cache GhostGums

Fromms Farm in Mount Crawford South Australia is a lovely place which you need a gate key access to enter, so you have privacy as well as the use of a drop toilet, and a shelter.

We recently went up here for a nerf gun war for a friends birthday, it was a lovely day and the kids had an absolute ball.

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WanderingAus wandered by with the WanderingMrs on day 1 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, and stopped for the night at Mt Gibson Roadside Rest Area.



Mt Gibson Roadside Rest Area is beside the Great Northern Highway near Mt Gibson, 78 kilometres northeast of Wubin and 73 kilometres southwest of Paynes Find. It was originally about 10 kilometres further north, but due to expansion of the Mt Gibson Minesite the highway was re-aligned a little north of it's new position. The mine has not yet absorbed the old campsite, but it will probably be taken out some time in the future.

The rest area was occupied by about fifteen three trailer road trains and four caravans by about 3 AM on the night of my visit, and has room for probably six more road trains and six more caravans. There are also spaces beside the parking area which would be suitable for tent camping.

By the time there was enough light for a good photo in the morning half of the road trains had already left.

There's nothing like a Mack Truck or a RoadRanger gearbox for an alarm clock, each truck needing to run the engine for at least 10 minutes to build up air pressure for two dozen brake actuators, and then the first 20 gear changes were clearly audible, and as each truck dwindled into the distance another one would start up.

There is a single 'long drop' toilet, four picnic tables, and a number of rubbish bins.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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1. Shapcotts campsite - Ghost House walk trail, Yanchep National Park, Western Australia

2. Camp shelter, tables, long drop toilet.

3. Bushwalking

4. Small fires to cook when fire danger allows. Prefer you to use gas stoves.

5. A nice spot as no vehicles allowed.

6. Yanchep, ~5km as the crow flies.

7. s31 30.842 e115 39.837

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WanderingAus wandered by after attending GC2Q4JF Oz Mega Albury Wodonga and GC3CVXW Flashing Up The Icons (FlashMob) Event By Gunnie69 in Yackandandah before flashing down to Melbourne for my flight home to Western Australia.

My journey from Yackandandah took me through the picturesque cathedral city of Wangaratta, then the historic town of Glenrowan, the 'Keeping Place of the Kelly Legend', before I finally got back onto the Hume Highway.

TomTom alerted me to the presence of GC1Z2BT Tea and Scones By chewinprickles at Coach Road Roadside Rest Area just in time for me to take advantage of the facilities.



Coach Road Roadside Rest Area is beside the Hume Highway at Mangalore, home of the Mangalore Explosive Ordnance Depot about 1 kilometre to the west. It is one of the largest rest areas I've ever seen, with two separate distinct parking areas. To assist in my description I've included two screengrabs from Nearmap, one showing a wide view of the area and surrounds, and the other showing a closer view of the two parking areas and the amenities area in between.

Approaching from the north and veering to the left there is an angle parking area with 10 bays to the right beside the amenities buildings and 9 bays to the left. At the end of the angle parking area are 3 caravan parking bays. Keeping to the right instead there is a large open area with 22 marked bays large enough for semi-trailers and B-Doubles, and possibly B-Trebles, although I can't recall seeing any B-Trebles in Victoria. This area would also be suitable for vehicles with caravans and trailers if the other three bays are taken.

There are plenty of spaces beside the car parking area which would be suitable for tent camping.

There is a large toilet block and a large picnic shelter next to the car parking area, and another large gazebo sheltering 2 free barbecues and 3 picnic tables at the southern end next to the caravan parking bays. There are three more picnic tables nearby as well as rubbish bins. A short walk trail leads past this gazebo to the geocache GC1Z2BT Tea and Scones By chewinprickles. The cache is located in the light coloured area at the bottom of the first Aerial View, an easy walk, a very easy find, and a reasonable view of the surrounding area.

During public holiday periods a 'Driver Reviver Station' is set up beside the picnic shelter next to the car parking area. This 'Driver Reviver Station' was set up by the local Lions Club over Easter 2012 and was just one of several hundred 'Driver Reviver Stations' operating in Victoria over Easter, manned by the members of every Community Service Organization in the state. The other states operate similiar programs, helping to keep the holiday travellers safe.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by after attending GC2Q4JF Oz Mega Albury Wodonga and GC3CVXW Flashing Up The Icons (FlashMob) Event By Gunnie69 in Yackandandah before flashing down to Melbourne for my flight home to Western Australia.

My journey from Yackandandah took me through the picturesque cathedral city of Wangaratta, then the historic town of Glenrowan, the 'Keeping Place of the Kelly Legend', before I finally got back onto the Hume Highway.

GC3B039 Midway Point - TB Hotel By Paliadon at Creightons Creek Roadside Rest Area loomed up just in time for me to take advantage of the facilities before hunting down the cache.



Creightons Creek Roadside Rest Area is a section of old road about 300 metres long, joined to the Hume Highway by a 75 metre long off-ramp and a 50 metre long on-ramp. There is a 4 metre wide 'through lane', with a 4 metre wide sealed parking strip to the left, and a 6 metre wide sealed parking strip to the right (which appears to be a former 'breakdown lane'). The area has room for about a couple of dozen cars and car-caravan combinations on each side. There are also areas suitable for tents, the best would be to the left. It has a small toilet block, two picnic tables, and rubbish bins.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by after attending GC2Q4JF Oz Mega Albury Wodonga and GC3CVXW Flashing Up The Icons (FlashMob) Event By Gunnie69 in Yackandandah before flashing down to Melbourne for my flight home to Western Australia.

My journey from Yackandandah took me through the picturesque cathedral city of Wangaratta, then the historic town of Glenrowan, the 'Keeping Place of the Kelly Legend', before I finally got back onto the Hume Highway.

Balmattum Roadside Rest Area loomed up just in time for me to take advantage of the facilities and refill my travel mug with hot coffee.



Balmattum Roadside Rest Area is the largest rest area I've ever seen, with three separate distinct parking areas. To assist in my description I've included two screengrabs from Nearmap, one showing all three parking areas, and the other showing a closer view of the car parking and amenities area.



Approaching from the north and veering to the extreme left there is an angle parking area 60 metres long by 11 metres wide beside the amenities buildings. Keeping to the right instead there is a large open area for vehicles with caravans and trailers 125 metres long by 40 metres wide. Continuing on through that area and turning left there is a truck parking area about 100 metres by 75 metres.

There is a large space between the car area and the truck area which would be suitable for tent camping. The owners of the car at the left of the 'Truck Parking' photo were putting up a tent as I left.

There is a toilet block, a couple of picnic tables, and rubbish bins.

During public holiday periods a 'Driver Reviver Station' is set up in the caravan and trailer parking area. This was another site where the State Emergency Service set up a 'Driver Reviver Station' over Easter 2012. This was just one of several hundred 'Driver Reviver Stations' operating in Victoria over Easter, manned by the members of every Community Service Organization in the state. The other states operate similiar programs, helping to keep the holiday travellers safe.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WPT-480 Baddaginnie Creek rest area S36 34.643 E145 55.261
WanderingAus wandered by after attending GC2Q4JF Oz Mega Albury Wodonga and GC3CVXW Flashing Up The Icons (FlashMob) Event By Gunnie69 in Yackandandah before flashing down to Melbourne for my flight home to Western Australia.

My journey from Yackandandah took me through the picturesque cathedral city of Wangaratta, then the historic town of Glenrowan, the 'Keeping Place of the Kelly Legend', before I finally got back onto the Hume Highway.

Baddaginnie Creek Roadside Rest Area loomed up just in time for me to take advantage of the facilities after the last travel mug of hot coffee.



Baddaginnie Creek rest area is a section of old road about 100 metres long, joined to the Hume Highway by a 180 metre long off-ramp and a 180 metre long on-ramp. There is a 7 metre wide 'through lane', with a 4 metre wide sealed parking strip to the left (which appears to be a former 'breakdown lane'), and a 5 metre wide sealed parking strip to the right. The area has room for about a dozen cars and car-caravan combinations on each side. There are also areas suitable for tents, the best would be to the right.

There is a small toilet block, two picnic tables, and rubbish bins. Trucks seem to avoid this rest area, and as early as 4:20 PM a family was starting to set up camp among the trees.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by after attending GC2Q4JF Oz Mega Albury Wodonga and GC3CVXW Flashing Up The Icons (FlashMob) Event By Gunnie69 in Yackandandah before flashing down to Melbourne for my flight home to Western Australia.

My journey from Yackandandah took me through the picturesque cathedral city of Wangaratta, then the historic town of Glenrowan, the 'Keeping Place of the Kelly Legend', before I finally got back onto the Hume Highway.

A 'Driver Reviver Station' at the Winton Southbound roadside rest area loomed up just in time for me to take advantage of the facilities and fill the travel mug with hot coffee.



Winton Southbound roadside rest area has room for several dozen cars and car-caravan combinations on one side, and a separated area large enough for at least a dozen semi-trailers and B-Doubles on the other side. There are also areas suitable for tents.

There is a large gazebo which provides cover for four free barbecues and four picnic tables, and a large toilet block and rubbish bins nearby.



There is also a trailhead for a Walk track beside the gazebo which leads walkers on a 10 minute return walk to Day's Lookout which provides good views of the surrounding area.

During public holiday periods a 'Driver Reviver Station' is set up nearby, and connects to power in one of the barbecues. In the fifth and sixth photos you can see the BBQ door open and cables running out - this is the source of the power where the State Emergency Service plugged in for their 'Driver Reviver Station' over Easter 2012. This was just one of several hundred 'Driver Reviver Stations' operating in Victoria over Easter, manned by the members of every Community Service Organization in the state. The other states operate similiar programs, helping to keep the holiday travellers safe.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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1. Name - Kedumba Crossing - NSW
2. Facilities - Enviro pit toilet, 3 barbeques
3. Activities - Exploring the old town ruins, chillin' out!
4. Campfires - permitted, firewood is pleniful from the bush
5. Access - Bushwalking ONLY (No cars, no MTBs)
6. Nearest town - Wentworth Falls, approx 10km
7. And of course GPS Co-ords

A truly fantastic if not that remote camp ground in the Blue Mountains that is very seldomly visited but is maintained beautifully by the NPWS.

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JB Plain Hut & Camping Area

There are no personal facilities here however there is bunk bedding in the hut.

Bushwalking, picnic tables and cross country skiing.

There is an indoor fire in the hut where firewood needs to be replaced.
Can be accessed easily in summer by 2WD, winter requires at least snow chains.

Nearest town is Dinner Plain a couple of km's away.

TFTL

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Campground at Trout Reserve, near Scamander, Tasmania
An idyllic camping ground with toilets (no showers), fireplaces (wood provided), boat ramp, picnic tables and free (according to those camping there today). Although it is a gravel road, quite easily accessible by 2WD and caravans (two vans leaving as we arrived). Activities in the area include bush walking, swimming, boating, fishing (licence required) as well as a large open grass area for kids to run and play. There is also a cache nearby and others in the area. Nearest town is Scamander about 10km away. A stitched photo has been added to the Gallery with three views of Trout Reserve.

WanderingAus wandered by with the WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) on day 107 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, exploring between Charleville and Morven along the Warrego Highway, and pulled in to the Rock Pool which was on our guide map and was well signposted. We were surprised to find there was quite a large camping area beside the Rock Pool, which appears to be the result of a quarry for roadworks filling with water, and has room for probably two dozen caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



The only facilities in the camp area are a few rubbish bins.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by with the WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) on day 104 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, having left Blackall we were heading for Charleville, and pulled in for a lunch break at this quite large camping area beside the Landsborough Highway 80 Km south of Tambo and 40Km north of Auguthella. The camping area is quite open but has a few large shady trees and has room for probably two dozen caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



The only facilities in the camp area are a well serviced toilet and a few rubbish bins.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by with the WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) on day 102 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, wandering around Longreach, and swung by the Apex Riverside Park Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Longreach Waterhole, a section of the Thomson River, and has room for at least two dozen caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



Facilities in the camp area are limited to a couple of picnic tables, plenty of rubbish bins, and toilets, and there is a four day camping limit in any seven day period.

We camped here in 2004, and were the only campers in the area. After spending the night we packed up and headed to Longreach's Outback Hall of Fame, planning to move on to another town after the visit, but it was so interesting we returned to the camp area so that we could spend another few hours at the Hall of Fame. Once again we were the only campers there, which may have been because daytime temperatures at the time were in the low forties. In 2011 daytime temperatures were in the low twenties and there were plenty of people camping there.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 95 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, finally heading east with the WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) after an 11 week stay in Darwin, and stopped for the night at Avon Downs Camping Area. The camping area is on the southern side of the Barkly Highway, across the road from the Avon Downs Police Station, and has room for at least two dozen caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



Facilities in the camp area include one water tank, one picnic table under cover and one other picnic table, plenty of rubbish bins, toilets, and a public telephone. You can also get a free coffee across the road, but donations to the RFDS are requested.

*Overall Experience: 2*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 12 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, and stopped for the night at Bridge Creek Camping Area. The camping area is on the west side of the Stuart Highway 33 Km south of Adelaide River, and has room for two or three dozen caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



We've camped here overnight four times, and stopped for morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea about 6 times.

Facilities in the camp area are pretty basic and include one water tank, one picnic table under cover and about half a dozen other picnic tables, and plenty of rubbish bins. There is also a cache here, GC224G8 Bridge Creek Rest Stop by slat's, but muggles en-masse make the hunt very difficult.


*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 11 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, and stopped for the night at East Baines Camping Area. The camping area is on the south side of the Victoria Highway, and has room for about 20 or so caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



Facilities in the camp area are pretty basic and include two water tanks, one picnic table under cover and one other picnic table, and plenty of rubbish bins.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 6 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, heading North for the winter again, and stopped for the night at De Grey Campground, on the banks of the De Grey River.

I had previously claimed the find of this camping area on 11 Jun 2009, but now I can report that the toilet has been replaced, this time with an almost indestructable stainless steel jobby - no pump, no rake, no toilet roll holder, nothing to vandalize. It's also nowhere near full and doesn't have the horrible smell that some of them have (yet).

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 5 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, and spent the night at Yule River Camping Area. The camping area is on the north bank of the Yule River, and has room for about 20 or so caravans, camper trailers, buses, camper vans and tents.



Facilities in the camp area include two picnic tables, one fire pit, bins, toilets, and black water dump point. There is a mine not far to the south, and as a result there is Telstra phone coverage. I was able to go online after dinner and confirm that Yule River hadn't yet been claimed, so in the morning I took the requisite photo and waypoint.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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This is the camp ground at the Bluff Falls in Pine Mountain National Park. This area is located in the Upper Murray Area of Victoria. Camping is free and there are basic toilet facilities. Water comes from the nearby creek and waterfall and cooking can be done on open fireplaces when it is not a total fire ban day. The nearest town (15km) is Cudgewa which has a small corner store or you will need to head into Corryong (30km) to get a supermarket for all of your supplies.

Found this Free campground on our south trip caching. There are free BBQ, toilets, shelers and fishing

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Came across the free camp area on our way south caching. There are tables and chairs, BBQ and toilets with a lovely running stream

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Katoomba Falls Caravan Park
Katoomba Falls Road
Katoomba, NSW
www.bmcc.nsw.gov.au/yourcouncil/contactus/caravanparks/katoombafallscaravanpark/
Telephone:(02) 4782-1835
E-mail‎: [email protected]
Managed by Ken and Val Dowling
Owned by Blue Mountains City Council
Office hours: 8am to 7pm
Member: 'Caravan and Camping Industry Association NSW' & 'Caravan, RV and Accommodation Industry of Australia Ltd.'

Public BBQ facilities‎
Public toilets and showers
Laundry facilities
Office services in main office
Communal kitchen‎ with communal refrigerator‎
Access via ordinary vehicles
No pets allowed
Nearby park & playground
34 powered sites
14 cedar cabins with ensuites
16 camping sites
Adjacent to 'Arts Cafe' (cafe/restaurant/coffee shop
Adjacent to Blue Mountains National Park and many bush walks
Very near famous 'Scenic World' (Scenic Railway, Skyway, Sceniscender)
Near Katoomba Falls

Located 2km south of Katoomba Railway Station

This is the closest campground to where I live, and seems to have fairly good online reviews. Rated '3 stars' -- but I don't know what that means. I never camped here, of course, because I live so close. Reviews say it's kind of old but well cared for, with a responsive manager (a couple, newly appointed) and reasonable (but not cheap) prices. People like that it's extremely close to many famous Blue Mountains attractions and that shops, cafes, public transport, etc. are readily available. If you're fit, it's possible to walk here from the railway station -- downhill all the way. As far as I can tell, open fires & campfires aren't allowed.

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Saw this free camping area when we at the border

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Looking for a spot to pull off the raod for a coffee, I happened upon this great open space camping ground - The WIllows Camping area in Yanga State Conservation Area, between Balranald (to the West) and Keri Keri (to the East).
Great toilets were available, camping is obviously allowed, picnic tables are provided, fires in allocated spaces are fine, no dogs allowed.
I did not see any water supply.
Plenty of space, and no-one around when I was there.
Note that it is a dry weather only road.
Next trip I will probably camp here.

Hi GhostGums
Thought you might be interested in my favourite camp ground. It's at Bronte Lagoon, Tasmania.
Very few facilities, in fact there are none. Campfires permitted; some wood from around the area.
Accessable by all types of vehicles.
But the area is suitable for self contained campers, tents and those that like to rough it a little. It's my favourite because from there I can go to any other lake to catch Speckled Fury (tasmania's Wild Trout).
The nearest centre from the camp site is about ten minute away at Bronte - Hotel, meals, accommodation, shop and petrol. About an hour away is the Lake St Clair National Park.
Hope you enjoy the pics.
Cheers OldSaint.

This is Camp Grounds at Dalvieen. Shops r across the street. There r toilets and camp fire available and its just off the Highway

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Wog Wog camp ground, Morton National Park.

Basic camp ground that acts as a western access point for the Budawangs Wilderness area. Drop toilet, wood BBQs, peace and quiet. BYO food and water. Nearest town with shops is Braidwood. Nearest pub Nerriga. Access is by dirt road but the road is in good condition and two wheel drive is fine.



TFTC,
Mike (GPS).

Central Station - Fraser Island.
This is an awesome campsite! The area has campsite that accommodate the tent, the motor home even the caravan. (Caravans are not recommended on the island though). There are toilets and warm showers ($1 per 4 minutes). No campfires are allowed in this specific camp but there are others on the Island that do allow it. Central Station camp is amongst rainforest and is so peaceful and spectacular it is well worthy of a visit. The camp also accommodates large groups and has cages to store your food to keep free from dingo attacks. Interesting to hear that the dingo's can open esky's etc..
Activities on the Island include 4WD driving, sightseeing of lakes, bush walking, beach driving, caches and other activities at various places on the Island.

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 98 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, exploring around Dubbo and hunting down GC16NBJ Among the Grooves by vra, and found mself parking at Terramungamine Reserve Camping Area less than 200 metres from the cache. The camping area is on the bank of the Macquarie River, and has room for about a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents.



Facilities in the camp area include picnic tables, wood bbqs, water tank, bins, and toilets.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 90 of our annual Climatic Refugee trip, heading from Roma to Saint George along the Carnarvon Highway, and stopped for a late morning tea at Balonne River Camping Area on the outskirts of Surat. The main camping area is on the east side of Carnarvon Highway, and has room for about a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents. There is another area on the other side of the highway running right down close to the bank of the river.



Facilities in the camp area include 2 picnic tables under cover, another picnic table, untreated water supply, bins, and toilets. There are no facilities on the other side of the highway. The main attraction at this campground is the fishing, with regular re-stocking of yellowbelly and murray cod by the Surat Fishing and Restocking Club. Donations to assist their efforts are requested in the red pillar near the toilet block.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TC GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 55 of our annual 'Climatic Refugee' trip, heading from Greenvale to Charters Towers, and stopped for a comfort break at Fletcher Creek Camping Area. The main camping area is on the north side of Gregory Developmental Road, and has room for more than a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents. There are other areas on both sides of the road the other side of Fletcher Creek spreading all the way to the Burdekin River, and at the time of our visit there would have been over 100 assorted campers spread around.



Facilities in the camp area include a number of picnic tables, untreated water supply, bins, toilets and cold showers. There are no facilities at any of the other areas nearby.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 49 of our annual 'Climatic Refugee' trip, heading South from Mossman to the Atherton Tableland, and stopped for lunch at Rifle Creek Camping Area. The camping area is on the south side of Peninsula Development Road, about 300 metres from where the Mossman-Mount Molloy Road meets the Peninsula Development Road, and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents. The area seems to be popular with the grey nomads and other travellers, and at 1 PM there were already at least 40 vehicles camped. We camped here overnight in 2004 on our way to Cooktown.



Facilities in the camp area include a number of picnic tables under cover, reticulated untreated water supply, bins, toilets and cold showers. A $2 donation is requested to assist in the upkeep of the campground. There is also a cache nearby, GCZBMC Molly Molloy by The Goons, but at the time of our visit we had to confirm that is has been muggled.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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Honeysuckle Creek Campgrounds
This looks like a top camp spot. We only visited for the day, caching & picnic'ing. There had been snow the week prior and it was still on the ground brrr. The fires were burning and the brave campers were warming up. There's caches and space history very close. It's a tar road all the way. There's a dirt road beyond the camp site to a nice series of caches along the ridge. We did it in our Prius - the road condition was fine. The campgrounds have long-drop toilets of the new variety that smell "less".Fireplaces and tanks for water. The number to book is on one of the pics. We will be back to camp in warmer weather....

Bush Camping beside the Darling River in NSW at its best.
No facilities at all, nearest town is Pooncarie approx 30km away on the other side of the river.
Absolutely heaps of firewood all around the place.
Accesible via a 2WD but a 4WD is reccomended.

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Arkapena is a bush camp on one of the stations in the Flinders Ranges in South Australia. It is across the main road from the entrance to Rawnsley Bluff caravan park and while the facilities are much more basic, its a beautiful and surprisingly comfortable setting. You don't need a 4WD to access it (unless the creek you cross to access is flowing and that's pretty unlikely). There is an old tin shelter shed, a woodfired hot water heater for the shower and even a flushing toilet! Campfires allowed and firewood supplied.
Camping needs to be negotiated with the owners and costs $15 a night. I heard a rumor that a change of ownership might have changed the conditions of this campsite, hoepfully not though. Worth checking out. It has been the campsite of choice of many orienteers when we have events out here.
Nearest town? Probably Hawker, about 65km away.

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 15 of our annual 'Climatic Refugee' trip, tackling the Outback Way.

After hunting down GC15T7P Riddock Stand by way-finder we continued Southward for about 3 Km and stopped for the night at Spotted Tiger Campground. The campground is about 8 or so Km South of the Plenty Highway, and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents.



The "Outback Way" book states that it has flush toilets and hot showers, and there is a caretaker and a small fee for camping. We couldn't find any evidence of flush toilets, but there are at least 8 long drop toilets which were in good condition and didn't have an offensive odour, and for each long drop toilet there is a shelter with two solar heated showers and a laundry trough with hot and cold taps, as well as a bough shelter and a metal roofed shelter. One of them also has a wood fired heater, and that was the one we chose to camp near. There are also plenty of 44 gallon drums which serve as rubbish bins.



Unfortunately the campground seems to have fallen into disrepair and is overgrown with clumps of long grass, and most of the bough shelters are falling apart, but the spot we chose was excellent and a bit of whipper-snipping would make the whole area quite presentable.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 7 of our annual 'Climatic Refugee' trip, tackling the Outback Way.

We stopped for the night at Kaltukarjara Camping Area. The camping area is a few hundred metres off the Great Central Road, and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and seems to be popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Great Central Road.



Facilities in the camp area include fire rings, reticulated water supply, toilets and a cold shower. There is also a lookout, and a cache nearby, GGC15PFJ Perfect Docker Pass by way-finder.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 6 of our annual 'Climatic Refugee' trip, tackling the Great Central Road which is part of the Outback Way.

We stopped for the night at Yarla Kutjarra Camping Area. The camping area is a few hundred metres off the Great Central Road, and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and seems to be popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Great Central Road.



Facilities in the camp area include a large communal fireplace with seating and shelter, a water tank and a toilet. There is also a cache nearby, GC15W2Y Breakaway Pinnacle by way-finder.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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This campground is located on the Bowenville reserve approximately 4klm south of Bowenville on the Bowenville - Norville road in Queensland. 2WD access. Bowenville is approximately halfway between Toowoomba, approximately 30 minute drive east, and Dalby, approximately 20minutes drive west, on the Warrego highway. It is on the southern banks of Oakey Creek and is a very popular camping and fishing spot. There is a very good amenities block. Camp fires are permitted in accordance with the rules listed on the notice board. You need to bring your own fire wood and Drinking water, unless you wish to boil the water from the creek. Overall rating 1/1.

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In the Mt Granya State Park near the village of Granya. There are picnic tables, a creek, a play area for the kids, waterfall, toilets & open grassy areas to camp with shady nooks. Gas BBQs are preferred. There is a GC cache a short walk away in the bush. A pleasant place to spend the night.

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Geehi on the Swampy Plains River in Mt Kosciuszko National Park NSW is a large open area originally developed by the Snowy Mountain Authority. There are numerous camp sites beside the river. Drop toilets are scattered throughout & there are open air benches & fireplaces. You need to bring your own wood. Access is via the Alpine Way which is a beautiful drive. There is a very large population of kangaroos & they take no notice of you. The Alps rise high above you & the setting sun changes their colour. The nearest town would be Khancoban at about 26Ks.

There are info boards that explain the type of animals you can expect to see. There is a population of dingos in the park & I had the thrill of hearing them howling in the distance at around 10 pm. At 2 am they were very close to my campsite so ensure you don't leave any food out. Mine was locked in the ute so they howled for a while & then moved on. One of the highlights of this trip.

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Thredbo Diggings camping area located between Jindabyne & Thredbo & about 17 Ks from each. It is in the NP so you need to purchase a pass ($16 a day). There are ample sites suitable for both tents & caravans. The road in is dirt & a bit corrugated but short. There are drop toilets, fireplaces for which you need to collect wood outside the Park or purchase it in Jindabyne. The Thredbo River is on your door stop & is very popular with fly fisherman (need a licence). Locals were dropping in every afternoon to fish.

Trees are plentiful for shade. There is a walking track nearby which will take you to Bullocks Track & Lake Crackenback. Kangaroos & wombats were the main type of animals seen. The kangas were a bit too friendly so just shoo them away. You need to bring your own drinking water. Don't leave it to late in the day to arrive as this spot is very popular.

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324. Mt Clear Campground. Way down south in the ACT and a great night was had by all when we camped here in preparation for tackling Mt Scabby on the morrow. Sol de lune has kindly allowed his photo to be used.

There are rudimentary toilets and water and that's about it folks. Walking tracks abound in the area and the co-ords posted are for a GC cache. A scattering of some very tough caches are also around the area.

TFTC and the flop

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Mystery Bay Camp Ground on the Far South Coast of NSW. It is an open area resplendent with trees & is run by the local council. A caretaker collects fees in the morning & the cost is minimal. I left around 9 am & he hadn't done his rounds so my costs were very minimal indeed!! There is plenty of space for caravans & family tents. Fires are allowed in fire places & wood can be purchased from the caretaker @ $8 a bag. There are toilets, showers & picnic benches. It is right on the beach & an info sign explains how the area got its name. It is off the highway so very quiet & peaceful. Nearest village is its namesake which is across the road.

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Beautiful night's camping here at Barmah State Forest in Victoria. Local facilities only include long drop toilets, but about 8km up the track is Barmah. That has proper toilets and a pub/caravan park where basic supplies can be obtained I believe (though you can stock up in Echuca about 30km away by road with everything).

Being a state forest rather than a National Park you can gather wood locally though may have to go searching a bit away from the popular areas by the Murray to get it. Fires permitted in built fire areas according to the sign, couldn't find one so just dug out someone else's fire put for the night and used that before burying it in water and the soil next morning. Lovely spot with plenty of room to pitch a tent and enjoy nature away from everyone, lots of space even if crowded.

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Tuena Camping & Picnic ground is located within the historic 1860 gold mining village. Facilities include toilets, free hot showers, powered sites, plenty of room & undercover picnic tables. You can fish for trout in the creek & pan for gold. There are many historical sites & buildings nearby. Fires are permitted but bring your own wood (plenty around). There are no access problems. The Goldfields Inn is across the road & a shop sells basic goods.

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The Pines camping ground at Cloudy Bay on Bruny Island. Open fires are permitted, bring own firewood. There is a long drop toilet but no running water. The nearest town is Adventure bay, about 6 km north with shops, petrol and others

Bittangabee Bay campground in Ben Boyd NP, far south coast NSW. This is my favourite NP & the campground can cater for dozens of travellers. Campsites abound in a bush setting. There are pit toilets, free BBQs under cover, fire rings, a beach, rocky platforms & historic walks. Greencape Lightstation is nearby & tours conducted of the old lighthouse. The nearest town is Eden & is some 40 Ks away. Turn off the highway into Edrom Rd & then follow the signs. There is about 27Ks of gravel road, which is not suitable for caravans. Edrom Rd leads to the chip mill so be aware of fast moving trucks. The chip mill has tours (as I recall) & the Imlay Brothers whaling station & Boyd's Tower are nearby. The navy has a jetty which is accessible to the public when not in use. If wet weather threatens select a site on the higher seaward side. Saltwater Bay is also popular although I have never ventured into it. I have seen killer whales, humpbacks & seals off Greencape. It is best to buy a yearly N.P. Pass otherwise it becomes expensive. Be sure to have a look at Disaster Bay on the way in.

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 113 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading home far too early imho, but The WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) has a function she MUST attend next Saturday. Two days of storms, heavy rain, and very strong head winds has had us using far too much fuel, so it was nice to have some sunshine and only moderate headwinds for a change.

We stopped for the night at Boorabbin Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Great Eastern Highway and extends well back from the highway, and has room for a few dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Great Eastern Highway.

We've never camped here before, but last year we stopped here to use the toilets after camping at the last campsite before this one, which didn't have toilets. The WanderingMrs immediately put "the big tick" against this site for future reference, and when planning the days run in the morning decided this was to be the one.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include lots of shady trees, a few picnic tables, fireplaces, a few rubbish bins, and his and hers enviro toilets, as well as a "Dump Point".

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 112 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading home far too early imho, but The WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) has a function she MUST attend next Saturday. Two days of storms, heavy rain, and very strong head winds has had us using far too much fuel, so it was nice to have some sunshine and only moderate headwinds for a change.

We stopped for the night at Baxter Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Eyre Highway and extends well back from the highway, and has room for a few dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Eyre Highway.

We've never camped here before, but we've stopped here for breaks a few times.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include shady trees, a few picnic tables, makeshift fireplaces, a few rubbish bins, and a long drop toilet.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 112 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading home far too early imho, but The WanderingMrs (aka SWMBO) has a function she MUST attend next Saturday. Two days of storms, heavy rain, and very strong head winds has had us using far too much fuel, so it was nice to have some sunshine and only moderate headwinds for a change.

We stopped for lunch at Moodini Bluff Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Eyre Highway and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Eyre Highway.

We've never camped here, but we've stopped here for breaks at least half a dozen times.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include shady trees, a few picnic tables, makeshift fireplaces, a few rubbish bins, and a long drop toilet.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

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WanderingAus wandered by on day 93 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading South from Coober Pedy, and stopped for the night at the Lake Hart Camping Area 300 odd Km South of Coober Pedy. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for about a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is very popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway despite it's minimal facilities. More than half those who camp here seem to take the walk out to the salt lake to see the remains of the salt processing facility.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a large shelter with only one picnic table under cover, one other picnic table, a water tank, information shelter, and rubbish bins.

There is also a cache nearby, GCG1H0 Salt No Pepper by Liz and Bruce..

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 93 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading South from Coober Pedy, and stopped for lunch at the Bon Bon Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include his and hers Hybrid toilets, a large shelter with four picnic tables under cover, a smaller shelter with two picnic tables under cover, a water tank, His and Hers Hybrid toilets, information shelter, rubbish bins, and an emergency telephone.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 93 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading South from Coober Pedy, and stopped for morning tea at the Ingomar Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a large shelter with four picnic tables under cover, a smaller shelter with two picnic tables under cover, a water tank, information shelter, rubbish bins, and an emergency telephone.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 91 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for the night at the Pootnoura Camping Area about 75 Km North of Coober Pedy. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or more caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway despite it's minimal facilities.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a large shelter with two picnic tables under cover, a water tank, information shelter, and rubbish bins.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 91 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for lunch at the Marla South Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway despite it's minimal facilities.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a shelter with a picnic table under cover, one other picnic table, and two rubbish bins.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 91 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for a quick break at the Agnes Creek Camping Area, 82 Km North of Marla. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a shelter with a picnic table under cover, one other picnic table, and two rubbish bins.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 91 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for a quick break at the Maryatt Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a large shelter with four picnic tables under cover, two other picnic tables, a water tank, a few rubbish bins, information signs, and an emergency telephone.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 91 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for a quick photo at the Last Link Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and judging by the number of fireplace scars is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway despite it's minimal facilities.



The last link in the sealed highway from Adelaide to Darwin was completed at this point on 15 February 1987.

Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include a shelter with a picnic table under cover, one other picnic table, and a couple of rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I decided to place a virtual here to encourage cachers to take a break and see this historic spot. GA1587 WanAus 131 - SRR - Last Link has been placed for the enjoyment of the travelling public.. I did think briefly of placing a container here, but I had concerns about survivability in the fire and flood environment around here...

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 90 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for the night at the NT/SA Border Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers and camper vans, but doesn't seem to be popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway for camping. There is no useful space for tents here either. A lot of people stop to use the facilities, read the information, and have breaks, but then they seem to move on even when it's almost dark.

We've never camped here before, but we stopped here for a break in 2003. We found the area excellent for our caravan, and a huge bus with an enormous 12 wheel trailer had space in front and behind in it's bay.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include 2 information shelters (one for NT info, one for SA info), 3 picnic tables, a shelter with seating, a water tank, fireplaces AND firewood, almost new his and hers enviro toilets, and a few rubbish bins.

There is also a cache nearby, GCGKG9 Borderline by Mardyboy..

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 90 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for afternoon tea at Desert Oaks Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We've never camped here, but we stopped here for a break in 2003.



Facilities in the camp area as at September 2009 include 2 shelters, 3 picnic tables, a water tank, fireplaces, and a few rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I placed GC1Y6C0 WanAus 130 - SRR - Desert Oaks across the road..

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 83 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for the night at Conners Well Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for over a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway, particularly for breaks.

We've never camped here before but have stopped for morning tea twice before.



Facilities in the camp area include a shelter, 3 picnic tables, a water tank, fireplaces, and a few rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I decided to place a virtual here. GA1585 WanAus 129 - SRR - Conners Well by WanderingAus has been placed for the enjoyment of the travelling public.. I did think briefly of placing a container here, but I had concerns about survivability in the fire and flood environment around here.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 83 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for a break at Prowse Gap Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for less than a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, but is still popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway, particularly for breaks.

We've never camped here but have stopped here once before.



Facilities in the camp area include a shelter, 2 picnic tables, a water tank, fireplaces, and a few rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I decided to place a virtual here. GA1584 WanAus 128 - SRR - Prowse Gap by WanderingAus has been placed for the enjoyment of the travelling public.. I did think briefly of placing a container here, but I had concerns about survivability in the fire and flood environment around here.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 83 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for morning tea at Taylors Creek Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for more than a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents, and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We've never camped here but have stopped here once before.



Facilities in the camp area include 1 enviro toilet, 2 shelters, 4 picnic tables, a water tank, fireplaces, firewood and a few rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I decided to place a virtual here. GA1582 WanAus 126 - SRR - Taylors Creek by WanderingAus has been placed for the enjoyment of the travelling public.. I did think briefly of placing a container here, but I had concerns about survivability in the fire and flood environment around here.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 82 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for the night at the Devils Marbles Camping Area. The camping area is inside the Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve beside the Stuart Highway and has room for at least a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We previously camped here in 2003.



Facilities in the camp area include 3 long drop toilets, two shelters, picnic tables, fireplaces and a few rubbish bins.

There is also a multi/virtual cache not far from the camping area, GCKHBX Satans Balls by shonkylogic, which I hunted down the next day..

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 82 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for a toilet break at Attack Creek Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for about a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We camped here last year, and also stopped here for a break once.



Facilities in the camp area include an enviro toilet, two shelters each with two picnic tables, 2 water tanks, fireplaces and a few rubbish bins.

There is also a physical cache in the camping area, GA1011 SRR - Attack Creek by TeamGeoPlesk, which I found on day forty-eight of a 6 month trip Wandering Australia in 2008..

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 81 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for morning tea at Warloch Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for about a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We've never camped here, but we've stopped here for breaks a few times.



Facilities in the camp area include a fairly new ladies and gents enviro toilets which was not there last year, one picnic table under shelter, a water tank, firepit and a few rubbish bins.

There wasn't a cache nearby, so I decided to place a virtual here. GA1580 WanAus 120 - SRR - Warloch by WanderingAus has been placed for the enjoyment of the travelling public.. I did think briefly of placing a container here, but I had concerns about survivability in the fire and flood environment around here.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 79 of a "climatic refugee" trip, finally heading South after almost 9 weeks in Darwin, and stopped for the night at King River Camping Area. The camping area is beside the Stuart Highway and has room for a couple of dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Stuart Highway.

We've camped here a couple of times, and also stopped here for breaks a couple of times.



Facilities in the camp area include a fairly new ladies and gents enviro toilets which was not there last year, two picnic tables under shelters, a water tank, firepits and rubbish bins.

There was also a cache nearby, GC19VDN SRR - King River by TeamGeoPlesk, but it was muggled earlier this year. I was happy to have made the find last year, , and did think briefly of replacing it, but I had concerns about getting a local maintainer for a GC cache, and my gca caches don't seem to get a lot of visitors.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

If you prefer your own company then the Greenbah Creek campsite in Goobang NP NSW is ideal. I have yet to have to share it with anyone. There is a pit toilet, fire rings & picnic benches. Walking & 4WDing are popular. You need to bring your own firewood & everything else. If coming in from the northern section you most definately need a 4WD. If coming from Peak Hill, which is about 40Ks away, then a 2WD should suffice. The road in is very rough with numerous mounds. If it is wet then neither vehicle type should attempt it as sections of the road can become boggy. NPWS would probably have closed the access gate anyway. There are 4 GC caches in the park.

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 17 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading North for the winter, and stopped for the night at Copperfield Dam Recreation Area Campground. The camp area overlooks Copperfield Dam and has room for a dozen or so caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Victoria Highway.

We've camped here a couple of times, but never stopped here for breaks as it is off the highway and Pine Creek is only a short drive away. The image shows part of the camp area at the top, and part of the dam and two of the picnic shelters at the bottom.

Facilities in the camp area include ladies and gents flush toilets and fireplaces. Beside the dam there are four shelters each with a picnic tables.

There is also a cache nearby, http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?wp=GC1HJ29 GC1HJ29 SRR - Pine Creek by TeamGeoPlesk.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 17 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading North for the winter, and stopped for a toilet break at Limestone Campground. The campground is close to Limestone Creek and has room for well over a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Victoria Highway.

We've camped here a couple of times, and stopped here for breaks quite a few times too. The image shows the view from each end of the camp area.

Facilities include two brand new (since June 2008) EcoToilets, which unfortunately were already almost chock-a-block full, a water tank, one shelter with two picnic tables, two more picnic tables, fireplaces and rubbish bins.

There is also a cache nearby, http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?wp=GC1C4J1 GC1C4J1 Limestone by CHEDENT, which I had the immense pleasure of claiming First To Find on last year.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience

WanderingAus wandered by on day 17 of a "climatic refugee" trip, heading North for the winter, and stopped for morning tea at Mathison Campground. The campground is close to Mathison Creek and has room for about a dozen caravans, camper trailers, camper vans and tents and is popular with the grey nomads and other travellers on the Victoria Highway.

We've never camped here, but we've stopped here for breaks quite a few times.

Facilities include two brand new (since June 2008) EcoToilets, which unfortunately were already almost chock-a-block full, a water tank, two shelters each with two picnic tables, fireplaces and rubbish bins.

Of course the major attraction for readers of this log will be the new cache I placed here, GC1V6TR WanAus 109 Mathison.

*Recommended* *Overall Experience: 3*

T4TH GhostGums
Keith

Rated: for Overall Experience