Imbil State Forest Sunshine Coast

Charlie Moreland camping area is in grassy open forest with sites for tents, large groups, campervans, caravans and camper trailers Photo credit: Bronwyn McAdam © Queensland Government

Imbil State Forest has magnificent forests, deep gorges, spectacular views, walking tracks, scenic drives and grassy camp sites near rainforests and mountain streams. Photo credit: Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government

Charlie Moreland camping area

Pitch your tent and do as much or as little as you choose at this scenic camp beside Little Yabba Creek.

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle
  • 4WD

Camping area facilities

  • Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
  • Toilets (flush)
  • Tent camping
  • Caravan camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Campervan camping
  • Motor home camping
  • Tent camping beside car

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Camp in open eucalypt forest along the banks of Little Yabba Creek—this picturesque spot is perfect for a family getaway.

Explore the creek, take a relaxing bushwalk, or adventure on the Mount Allan shared trail (walkers, mountain bikers, horseriders).

At night, grab a torch and red-light filter and spotlight for red-necked pademelons, yellow-bellied gliders and possums before toasting marshmallows around the fire.

Looking for a more challenging adventure? You can access the Conondale Range Great Walk from Charlie Moreland camping area, taking the Mount Allan shared trail to connect to the Great Walk track. Or you can walk the entire 56km Great Walk from the Booloumba Creek day-use area in Conondale National Park.

Dogs, horses and other domestic animals are not permitted within the Charlie Moreland camping area. People using the horse trail network can accommodate their horses overnight in the large, enclosed paddock adjacent to the camping area. You are encouraged to bring your own temporary fencing for partitioning within the paddock.

Getting there and getting around

From Kenilworth, follow Maleny–Kenilworth Road for 6.2km and turn right onto Sunday Creek Road and drive another 5km to reach the Charlie Moreland camping area.

Imbil State Forest’s Charlie Moreland camping area is accessible via Sunday Creek Road by high clearance four-wheel drive vehicles and off-road camper trailers in dry weather. Two-wheel drive vehicles can only access the camping areas by travelling from the east on Sunday Creek Road, unsealed and includes a concrete causeway over a creek, however caution is required during wet weather.

Warning: Heavy rain can flood creek crossings.

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Before you visit

Charlie Moreland camping area.

Charlie Moreland camping area.

Photo credit: Ross Naumann

Camping area details

Check in and check out times: Check-in to your camp after 2pm and check-out by 11am on the day of departure.

Noise: must be kept to a minimum after 9pm. At no time is noise to create a disturbance to other campers.

Camping area features: In an open forest, grassy setting and close to Little Yabba Creek and native pine plantations.

Location: The Charlie Moreland camping area is accessed via Sunday Creek Road, off the Kenilworth–Maleny Road about 11.2km southwest of Kenilworth township.

Access: Imbil State Forest’s Charlie Moreland camping area is accessible via Sunday Creek Road by high clearance four-wheel drive vehicles and off-road camper trailers in dry weather. Two-wheel drive vehicles can only access the camping areas by travelling from the east on Sunday Creek Road, unsealed and includes a concrete causeway over a creek, however caution is required during wet weather.

Number of sites: Open area without separately defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: Tent camping beside your car; caravans; campervans; camper trailers; motor homes (small); large groups.

Camp site surface: Dirt, grass.

Facilities: Tank Water (pumped from creek) —treat before using; toilets (flushing); fire rings (individual).

Open fires:

  • Permitted only within designated fire rings provided except when fire bans or prohibitions apply. For more information, check Camp with care.
  • 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.
  • Keep campfires small.
  • Fuel stoves are recommended.
  • Do not dispose of non-combustible or toxic material (e.g. glass, cans and plastics) in a campfire.

Generators: Not allowed.

Pets: Dogs and other domestic animals are not permitted within the Charlie Moreland camping area.

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

Mobile phone coverage: Not available.

Bookings

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Visiting safely

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