D'Aguilar National Park Brisbane

Enjoy the camp fire places provided at Archer camping area. Photo credit: Tomek Z Genek © Queensland Government

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Archer camping area

Pitch your tent and sleep under a blaze of stars at this forested camping area set beside Neurum Creek.

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle
  • 4WD

Camping area facilities

  • Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
  • Toilets (flush)
  • Tent camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Shower cubicle (BYO shower)
  • Swimming

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With ample shade and an open, grassy area, this hidden gem is the perfect place for family holiday fun.

Spend your days exploring the park on the 4WD and trail bike forest road network, accessible from the camping area. Cool off with a refreshing midday swim or kayak in forest-fringed Neurum Creek—keep your eye out for turtles coasting alongside.

In the evening, go on a night walk to spot nocturnal animals—owls and possums are often active in the forest canopy. Remember, keep noise to a minimum and use a red or orange filter on your torch or phone so you don’t harm the animal's vision.

For your safety, take care near waterholes. Never dive or jump into water; it may be shallower than it looks and there could be hidden, submerged objects.

  • Take care on wet and slippery rocks.
  • Always keep children under close supervision.

Getting there and getting around

Archer camping area is in the northern section of D'Aguilar National Park, about 100km from the city of Brisbane and 18km from Woodford.

  • Access from the south is only by four-wheel-drive vehicle via The Gantry.
  • Two-wheel-drive vehicle access to the camping area only is possible from the north via Woodford.
  • All vehicles and trailers must be suitable for rough roads. Two-wheel drive and caravan access can vary according to current road conditions, even in dry weather. Please check local road conditions and Park alerts before setting out.
  • The maximum speed limit on forest roads is 40km/hr and all road rules apply.
  • Read 4WD with care for important information on 4WD safety and minimal impact driving.
  • Read trail bike ride with care for tips on riding safely and riding with care.

From the south

  • Drive 24.7km from Dayboro, via Mount Mee Road (tourist route number 29) and Sellin Road to The Gantry.
  • Continue driving north along Mount Mee forest drive for about 16km to the camping area. The road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.

From the north

  • Drive 17km from Woodford, via the D'Aguilar Highway, Neurum, Stanton and Rassmussen roads to the park's northern entrance.
  • Continue along Lovedays Road about 1km to the camping area. The road is unsealed and rough.

Before you visit

Image of Archer camping area in D’Aguilar National Park..

Archer camping area in D’Aguilar National Park.

Photo credit: Queensland Government

There is no phone service available at camping area; please book your camp site before entering the park.

Opening hours

Archer camping area is open 24 hours a day. Check in to your camp after 2pm and check out by 11am on the day of departure.

Camping area features

An open, grassy, family-friendly, natural bush setting near Neurum Creek. Each camp site has its own car parking space.

Location: on Lovedays Road, about 1km from the northern access to the park (Woodford end) and about 16km from Sellin Road via The Gantry.

Maps:

Access: two-wheel-drive vehicle access to the camping area is possible from the north via Woodford. Access from the south is only by four-wheel-drive vehicle via The Gantry and is not suitable for campervans, motorhomes, caravans or large trailers. All vehicles and trailers must be suitable for rough roads.

Number of sites: 9 numbered camp sites spread over an open grassy area. Maximum of 6 people per site.

Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping close to your car, large groups. Camp sites 4 and 9 are the only sites suitable for small campervans and small camper trailers.

Camp site surface: grass.

Facilities:

  • Tank Water (treat before using).
  • Toilets (flushing). Do not empty chemical toilets into this facility.
  • Fireplaces (individual).

Open fires:

  • Permitted only within designated fireplaces provided except when fire bans or prohibitions apply. For more information, check Camp with care.
  • Bring your own firewood: use clean, untreated, milled timber off-cuts. It is illegal to collect firewood from parks or forests.
  • Use water to put out fires when you are not in attendance. Do not use sand—embers stay extremely hot for many hours under sand.
  • Fuel stoves are recommended.

Generators: not permitted.

Essentials to bring: drinking water, rubbish bags, firewood, insect repellent and first-aid kit. A fuel or gas stove is recommended for cooking.

Mobile phone coverage: unreliable.

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

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting D'Aguilar National Park safely and camp with care.