Munga-Thirri National Park Outback Queensland

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Camping in Munga-Thirri

In the dry heart of Australia, Munga-Thirri National Park contains part of the world’s largest and youngest parallel sand dune deserts. This is Queensland’s largest national park.

Visitors must be well-equipped to cope with the harsh environment in Australia’s driest place. The QAA Line in Munga-Thirri National Park is very remote and help can be days away. It is critical that you are completely self-sufficient and prepared for all emergencies. It is vitally important that you read before you visit and staying safe.

Camping permits are required and fees apply. A camping tag or camping permit details must be displayed at your camp site.

Please camp with minimum impact and take all rubbish with you when you leave. Read more about looking after the park.

Park-specific conditions

Munga-Thirri National Park is closed from 1 December to 15 March due to extreme summer temperatures that can exceed 50°C.

  • Camping is only permitted within 100m of the QAA Line.
  • Sand driving experience is essential. Read more about safe desert driving.
  • Rubbish bins are not provided, take all your rubbish out of the park for disposal or recycling.
  • Toilets are not provided, bury all faecal matter (and toilet paper) at least 15cm deep and 100m away from your camp site and tracks. Consider packing out your poo.
  • Camp fires are permitted. Bring your own clean milled firewood, and use a previous camp fire site or an off the ground fire container. Portable fuel stoves are recommended. Please follow camp fires and cooking guidelines.

  • Simpson Desert (QAA Line)

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    Camp among rolling sand dunes under starry outback skies on the QAA Line.

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