Sundown National Park Southern Queensland Country

Sundown National Park is a rugged and remote wilderness on the Queensland–New South Wales border. Photo credit: Brett Roberts © Queensland Government

Camping in Sundown

Rats Castle is a 6 km return walk from Burrows Waterhole.

Rats Castle is a 6 km return walk from Burrows Waterhole.

Photo credit: Peter Haselgrove, Queensland Government

Girraween and Sundown National Parks discovery guide (PDF, 3.0MB)

Sundown provides a variety of camping experiences. Camping areas at The Broadwater and Nundubbermere Falls can be accessed by conventional vehicles, while a rough 4WD track leads to camping areas at Red Rock Gorge, Reedy Waterhole and Burrows Waterhole. All camping areas, except Red Rock Gorge, are on the Severn River.

Bush camping is permitted in all areas of the park. For your safety consult rangers about your proposed trip and to learn of park conditions or special operations such as planned burns.

Please note: camping permits are required for all nights spent in the park.

Grass and kangaroo ticks are present in the warmer months. While annoying, they normally present no serious danger. Insect repellent may assist.

Camping permits are required and fees apply. A camping tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site.

Park-specific conditions

The maximum length of stay is 29 nights.

See frequently asked questions for more information to help you plan your camping.

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  • The Broadwater camping area

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    Sleep under the stars in this idyllic camping spot near The Broadwater—a large, permanent waterhole and wildlife haven.

  • Red Rock Gorge camping area

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    Red Rock Gorge camping area is a small, open area surrounded by forest.

  • Burrows Waterhole camping area

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    Take a journey to this large, open grassy camping area on the Severn River for a true escape to the country.

  • Reedy Waterhole camping area

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    Camp beside serene Severn River and be entertained by a myriad of wildlife that flock to this watery haven.

  • Nundubbermere Falls camping area

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    Spend the night camping at this picturesque, remote destination set high of a forested ridge above Nundubbermere Falls.

  • Sundown remote bush camp

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    Experience a challenging remote getaway, with magnificent views, peaceful waterholes, dramatic gorges and blissful nights spent under a canopy of stars.

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