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Ninian Bay camping area
Ninian Bay camping area has shady woodland vegetation and is bounded by a rocky outcrop to the west and mangroves to the east. Inland from the camping area is a swamp—large crocodiles are frequently seen here.
Accessible by
- High clearance 4WD
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Generators allowed (conditions apply)
- Tent camping
- Tent camping beside car
- Boating
- Fishing
Always check
- Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
- Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
- Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
- Your camping permit is booked.
- Any park-specific camping information for
Cape Melville.
- Visiting Cape Melville safely for important safety information.
The beaches of Ninian Bay camping area.
Photo credit: Janie White, Queensland Government
Features: around 1km long, this camping area has shady woodland vegetation and is bounded by a rocky outcrop to the west and mangroves to the east. Inland from the camping area is a swamp—large crocodiles are frequently seen here. Always be croc wise in croc country.
Location: by the beach of Ninian Bay. The track meets the beach 41km from Wakooka outstation (39km from the national park boundary).
Map: Cape Melville National Park (CYPAL) camping areas map
Access: the camping area can be reached by high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle only—it is not accessible for trailers, caravans, campervans or buses.
Number of sites: open area without separately defined sites.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car.
Camp site surface: sand.
Facilities: none.
Open fires: allowed (except when fire bans apply). Fuel stoves are recommended. Do not collect firewood in the park.
Generator use: generators that operate at a noise level less than 65dB(A) when measured at 7m from the generator are permitted.
Essentials to bring: adequate food and drinking water, rubbish bags, insect repellent, mosquito nets, fuel stove and adequate fuel, spare parts for your vehicle and recovery equipment. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options prior to arrival.
Mobile phone coverage: not available. Satellite phones are essential and personal locator beacons (PLBs) are highly recommended.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Cape Melville safely and camp with care.
- Wet season closure: Cape Melville National Park (CYPAL) 1 December 2023 to 31 July 2024