Welford National Park Outback Queensland

Photo credit: John Augusteyn © Queensland Government

Little Boomerang Waterhole camping area

Little Boomerang Waterhole camping area is located on the banks of the Barcoo River. Camp near the shade of river red gums and tea-trees.

Accessible by

Camping area facilities

Campfires allowed (conditions apply)
Toilets (non-flush)
Tent camping
Caravan camping
Camper trailer camping
Scenic drive
Canoeing and kayaking
Fishing

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Camping area features: on the banks of the Barcoo River, camp near the shade of river red gums and tea-trees.

Location: turn west off the Jundah–Quilpie road. The camping area is approximately 10km from the turn-off. Follow the signs.

Map: Parks of the Cooper Creek catchment—park maps (PDF, 134.0KB).

Access: 4WD vehicle recommended. Accessible by high clearance 2WD vehicle in dry weather only, check weather forecasts before you arrive.

Number of sites: open area without defined sites.

Campsites are suitable for: tent camping by your vehicle, roof top tent camping, swags, camper trailers and high clearance (4WD) caravans.

Campsite surface: dirt.

Facilities: toilet (non-flush).

Open fires: permitted, except when fire prohibitions or fire bans are in place. Please use the fire ring provided and bring your own clean-cut, pest free firewood. Portable fuel stoves are recommended. Collecting firewood and the use of chainsaws is prohibited.

Generators: not allowed, except for medical reasons (conditions apply).

Essentials to bring: all food and drinking water, sturdy rubbish bags, insect repellent, sun protection, first-aid kit, reliable torch. Read more about before you visit.

Mobile phone coverage: unavailable; satellite phones, personal locator beacon (PLB) and UHF radios recommended.