Park is closed
Simpson Desert
Camp among rolling sand dunes under starry outback skies.
Accessible by
- High clearance 4WD
Camping area facilities
- Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
- Tent camping
- Tent camping beside car
Always check
- Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
- Bureau of Meteorology weather forecasts.
- Current bushfire warnings and incidents and also fire bans and restrictions.
- Your camping permit is booked.
- Any park-specific camping information for
Munga-Thirri.
- Visiting Munga-Thirri safely for important safety information.
Features: camp among rolling sand dunes under starry outback skies.
Location: camping is permitted within 100m of the QAA Line only. There are no designated campgrounds or facilities.
Access: Munga-Thirri National Park can be reached by high-clearance 4WD only.
Number of sites: undefined, camping only permitted within 100m of the QAA line.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping.
Camp site surface: sand/dirt.
Facilities: none.
Open fires: permitted. Bring your own clean milled firewood and use a previous camp fire site. Fuel stoves are recommended. Please follow the camp fires and cooking guidelines.
Generators: not allowed.
Essentials to bring: all food and drinking water, sturdy rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, first-aid kit, reliable torch. Sufficient fuel and vehicle spares. Read more about before you visit.
Bookings: book online or learn about our camping booking options.
Mobile phone coverage: none. UHF or HF radios and satellite phones are essential.
Upcoming camping area availability
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Munga-Thirri safely and camp with care.
- Munga-Thirri National Park annual seasonal closure 4 December 2024 to 14 March 2025