Byfield National Park, Conservation Park and State Forest Capricorn

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Photo credit: Naomi Scott © Queensland Government

Five Rocks camping area

Five Rocks camping area is surrounded by coastal woodland with access to a vehicle-free beach, explore the rugged headland of this area.

Accessible by

  • High clearance 4WD

Camping area facilities

  • Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
  • Generators allowed (conditions apply)
  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
  • Tent camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Shower cubicle (BYO shower)
  • Tent camping beside car
  • Walking
  • Scenic drive
  • Snorkelling and diving
  • Swimming
  • Fishing

Always check

Features: surrounded by coastal woodland with access to a vehicle-free beach.

Location: 28km east of Water Park Creek, just north of Stockyard Point township and accessed via Byfield National Park.

Access: the camping area can only be reached by 4WDs with high clearance. It is accessible for off-road camper trailers—track and weather conditions permitting. You will need experience in towing and sand driving, the access tracks are challenging with deep sand in places. Dry sand makes driving and towing difficult. Read about road and track conditions.

Number of sites: 12 numbered and defined camp sites. Maximum six people per site.

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car. Camp sites 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 are suitable for off-road camper trailers.

Camp site surface: sand/dirt/timber pallets.

Facilities: shower cubicle (BYO shower), composting toilets, picnic tables and water (treat before drinking).

Open fires: allowed in fire rings only (except when fire bans apply). Bring your own clean, milled timber. Fuel stoves are recommended.

Generators: allowed. Generators may be operated only between 8am and 7pm providing they have a sound rating of 65 decibels (2.0Kva) or less.

Essentials to bring: insect repellent, sunscreen, first-aid kit, sturdy rubbish bags, drinking water and sufficient fuel for your vehicle. Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.

Mobile phone coverage: unreliable—mobile reception may be available from Stockyard Point headland or on the beach at low tide. Consider taking a satellite phone.

Upcoming camping area availability

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Byfield safely and camp with care.