Camping information
- Camping in Palmerston, Wooroonooran National Park
- Henrietta Creek camping area
- South Johnstone camping area
Camping in Palmerston, Wooroonooran National Park
The Henrietta Creek camping area is near the Palmerston Highway. South Johnstone camping area, a tent camping site in the Misty Mountains, is 12.3 km from the highway.
Camping permits are required and fees apply. A tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site.
Park-specific conditions
K-tree Road, leading to South Johnstone camping area, may be closed after very heavy rain.
Read more about staying safe and looking after the park.
Henrietta Creek camping area
Camping area features: grassy camping area next to Henrietta Creek, surrounded by rainforest. A starting point for rainforest walks.
Location: just off the Palmerston Highway, 38 km from Innisfail.
Access: the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle.
Number of sites: 3 numbered sites, and about 20 unnumbered sites.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car; caravans; camper trailers; small and large motorhomes; large groups.
Camp site surface: grass.
Facilities: composting toilets, picnic tables, gas barbecues.
Open fires: prohibited.
Generators: only generators that operate at or below 65dB(A) at 7 m are allowed. Generators may be operated only between 8.00 am and 7.00 pm.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags and insect repellent. Read more about things to know before you go.
Bookings: book online, over-the-counter, by phone or by self-registration.
Mobile phone coverage: not available.
South Johnstone camping area
Camping area features: shady camp sites near the bank of the South Johnstone River. Main activities include swimming and short walks.
Location: 12.3 km from the Palmerston Highway, via K-tree Road and 2.4 km from the western Gorrell trailhead.
Access: the camping area can be reached by foot and by conventional vehicles. It is not accessible for caravans or motor homes.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites that can accommodate about five small tents.
Camp sites are suitable for: car camping or walk-in camping. Vehicles must be left in the parking area and gear has to be carried a short distance to the camping area. Camper trailers can be used in the car park.
Camp site surface: grass.
Facilities: 3 picnic tables with large shelters and hybrid toilets. Creek water is available but should be boiled or chemically treated before drinking.
Open fires: prohibited. Fuel stoves are recommended.
Generators: only generators that operate at or below 65dB(A) at 7 m are allowed. Generators may be operated only between 8.00 am and 7.00 pm.
Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags and insect repellent. Read more about things to know before you go.
Bookings: book online, over-the-counter or by phone
Mobile phone coverage: not available.
Last updated 30 January 2012