Mapleton National Park Sunshine Coast

Gheerulla campsite 2. Photo credit: © Shelley Skinner

Photo credit: Steven Nowakowski © Tourism and Events Queensland

Gheerulla camping area

Gheerulla camping area is a compact bush setting next to Gheerulla Creek.

Accessible by

  • Trail bike
  • Walk-in

Camping area facilities

  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Tent camping
  • Short walk to tent
  • Walking
  • Trail bike riding

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Campground features: Compact bush setting next to Gheerulla Creek.

Location: From the Bruce Highway take the Eumundi-Kenilworth Road and travel 24km to the Sam Kelly Road junction, turn left into this road and continue 2km to the camping area. Remove valuables from your vehicle and ensure your vehicle is locked before hiking or camping.

Access: Gheerulla camping area is 1.2km walk from the Sam Kelly Trailhead.

Number of sites: Three sites. Each site has a maximum capacity of six people.

Campsites are suitable for: Walk-in tent camping.

Campsite surface: Soil and leaf litter.

Facilities: Toilets.

Essentials to bring: Drinking water (creek water is unsuitable for drinking), insect repellent, sunscreen and rubbish bags (no bins provided).

Use fuel stoves only: No open fires are permitted along the Great Walk. Penalties apply. Carry gas or liquid spirit stoves for cooking. Test equipment before you go and never cook in your tent. Do not leave stoves unattended when lit.

Generators: Not permitted.

Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options. Advance bookings recommended for holiday periods.

Mobile phone coverage: Poor.

Upcoming camping area availability

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Mapleton National Park safely and camp with care.