Smalleys Beach Campground

Last Updated Apr 2018 by LionelM

Smalleys Beach has toilets Smalleys Beach has water available Smalleys Beach has picnic fireplaces There are bbqs available at Smalleys Beach There are picnic tables available at Smalleys Beach Smalleys Beach has picnic tables You can go fishing at Smalleys Beach You are able to canoe in Smalleys Beach


Campground right on the edge of the ocean in Cape Hillsborough National Park

The camping area is level and well shaded and easily accessible by caravan/camper and 2wd vehicles. There are well shaded spots with views of the ocean and excellent amenities.

You can access the beach directly from the campsite and there are a number of walking tracks (as well as many miles of beach) for exploring.

This is a beautiful stretch of coastline with white sandy beaches and is very popular with fishermen.

It is also a turtle nesting site, so be careful when walking on the beach not to trample the nests. If you see turtles, keep your distance and don't interfere with them.

Be mindful of the fact that esturine crocodiles may be around, also box jelly fish, so swimming is at your own risk. (Stinger season is October to May however they can still be present outside these dates, thanks to rising sea temperatures)

Fires must be off the ground so no ash and coals are left on the ground.

Facilities and activities at Smalleys Beach

Number of sites:

11

Camping Fees:

Check the National Parks webstie (link below) for latest fees.

Bookings:

Self serve booth at campsite.

How to book:

Bookings are now required for camping in QLD National Parks. Visit http://parks.nprsr.qld.gov.au/permits to book online or call 13 74 68

Phone reception is poor at the campground so best to book before you go.

Toilets:

Longdrop or composting

Pets:

Not allowed

Water Availability:

There is usually drinking water available at this campsite. Please take care, it may still be advisable to boil water before drinking.

Camp fires:

There are no built fireplaces in this camp ground, however it may be permisable to have a camp fire under certain conditions. Please check local fire restrictions and rules before lighting fires.

Barbeques:

Wood barbeques are available. Bring firewood and check firebans.

Swimming:

This campsite is near the ocean.

Fishing:

There are fishing spots at or near this campsite.

Picnic Tables:

Yes.

Horse Riding:

No

Canoeing / Kayaking:

There are canoeing and kayaking spots at or near this campsite

More Information

http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au...

Location information for Smalleys Beach

Access

This campsite is accessable with regular 2wd vehicles.

Getting there

The campground is about 50 km north of Mackay and is accessed from Cape Hillsborough Road, via about 4km of dirt road.

The road is narrow, so may be a bit tricky for larger rigs.

View directions from Mackay in google maps




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