Juwun and Jambal walks, Wet Tropics Great Walk Townsville | Tropical North Queensland

Blanket Creek walkers' camp

Blanket Creek bush camp features shady, she-oak covered bush campsite alongside the Herbert River.

Accessible by

  • Walk-in

Camping area facilities

  • Tent camping
  • Walking

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Image of Blanket Creek walkers' camp.

Blanket Creek walkers' camp.

Photo credit: Queensland Government

Camping area features: Shady, she-oak covered bush camp site alongside the Herbert River.

Location: 10.5km along the Juwun and Jambal walking tracks.

Access: The walkers' camp can be reached on foot only.

Number of sites: Open area without separately defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: walk-in camping.

Camp site surface: Dirt and grass.

Facilities: None.

Open fires: Prohibited.

Generators: Not permitted.

Essentials to bring: Drinking water, fuel stove, rubbish bags, insect repellent. Read more about before you visit.

Mobile phone coverage: Not available.

Be crocwise

Be aware that estuarine crocodiles may be encountered in waterholes, creeks and rivers along the Great Walk. Crocodiles can be dangerous. Do not take unnecessary risks and remember to Be crocwise in croc country.

Take the opportunity to observe crocodiles from a distance. Stay well back from crocodiles or croc-slide marks. If you are approached by a crocodile, move away from the animal.

Ensure you read the walking safely information for this section of the walk and stay safe and visiting with care.

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Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Juwun and Jambal walks safely and camp with care.

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