Camping information
Camping in Springbrook National Park
- There is one camping area, The Settlement. Camping permits are required and fees apply.
- Bush camping is not permitted in Springbrook National Park.
- The previous camping area at Gwongorella near the top of Purling Brook Falls has now closed.
- See frequently asked questions about camping in Springbrook National Park.
- Read more about staying safe and looking after the park.
The Settlement camping area
The Settlement camping area entry, Springbrook National Park. Photo: Michael Hall, DERM
The Settlement camping area is the only camping area in Springbrook National Park. It allows tent camping beside your car in well-defined sites. Space for camper trailers and campervans is available.
As this is a newly established camping area, please be aware that the vegetation does not yet provide shade or screening from the road. Native shrubs and trees have been planted and these will soon provide screening and shade.
| Location | The Settlement camping area is on Carricks Road, Springbrook National Park. It is linked by a short walking track to the top of Purling Brook Falls. This walking track links up to the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Getting there: The Settlement camping area is on Springbrook plateau. Travelling up from the Gold Coast, turn left off the Springbrook Road at the Springbrook Public Hall into Carricks Road and follow the signs. The campground is on the right. |
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| No. sites | 11 well-defined, numbered sites. |
| Access | The camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle. |
| Suitable for | Tents, camper trailers and campervans. Each campsite has a well grassed area approximately 10 m in diameter and an individual parking bay.
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| Surface | Camp sites are grassed areas with gravel parking bays. |
| Facilities |
Toilets, drinking water and a cooking shelter with free electric barbecues. Please note that showers are not provided. Across Carricks Road is a large open recreation area, information shelter, picnic facilities and additional toilets. |
| Open fires | Prohibited. Fuel stoves recommended. |
| Generators | Not permitted. |
| Essentials | Rubbish bags and sun protection. Read more about things to know before you go. |
| Bookings | Bookings are essential and are required well in advance for holiday periods. Book online or by phone. |
| Mobile phone coverage | Poor; coverage is generally available from lookouts where you can see the Gold Coast. |
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Last updated 14 November 2011