Auburn River Campground - Auburn River National Park QLD
The 405 ha park protects an area of open eucalypt forest and dry rainforest. Silver-leaved ironbark and forest red gum dominate the grassy open forests. Bottle trees thrive in the dry rainforest on the northern bank of the river near the camping area. Tumbling over massive, water-sculpted, salmon-coloured granite boulders, the scenic Auburn River flows through the park's steep-sided gorge and past a western hardwood forest now uncommon in the area.
The Auburn River, with its rock pools and cascades, winds through the park, providing habitats for numerous birds, reptiles and mammals. Its banks are lined with bottlebrushes, flowering leptospermum shrubs and stunted figs.
Walks (over rough footpads) begin from the picnic and camping area. If you intend to bushwalk away from the trails below, obtain a topographic map from the DERM Bundaberg office and ask for advice before setting off. Ensure you carry adequate drinking water.
1. Gorge Lookout—600 m return Class 3 track
2. Riverbed and rockpools—1.5 km return Class 5 track
3. Gorge-top walk—3.2 km return Class 3 track
The picnic area is located in a picturesque bush setting on the northern bank of the Auburn River. Picnic tables, toilets and a gas barbecue are provided. Take drinking water, a fuel stove for cooking or your own firewood. River water is unsuitable for drinking.
Auburn River Campground: Located on the northern bank of the river in open eucalypt forest a short walk from the river and bushwalking opportunities. Limited number of sites available.
Facilities include: Toilets, a gas barbecue, shelter shed, picnic tables and communal fire rings (bring your own fuel). River water is unsuitable for drinking. Generators are permitted. Campground features: In open eucalypt forest a short walk from the river and bushwalking opportunities.
Location: On the northern bank of the Auburn River.
Access: The campground is accessible by conventional vehicle. Four-wheel-drive vehicles are recommended in wet weather. Stay on the road, as soils are treacherous when wet.
Number of sites: Five camping nodes and 6 bush camping sites. Sites are not numbered.
Campsites are suitable for: tent camping beside your car, walk-in camping, caravans, camper trailers and large groups.
Campsite surfaces: Gravel.
Facilities: Toilets, a gas barbecue, shelter shed, picnic tables and communal fire rings. Please do not empty chemical toilet waste into the toilet facilities provided. Tank water is available in the park—boil before drinking. River water is unsuitable for drinking. No bins are supplied; please take your rubbish with you.
Open fires: Permitted in fire rings only, except when fire bans or prohibitions apply. Bring your own manufactured fuel (barbecue briquettes or imitation logs) or clean, milled timber off-cuts and do not bring in or collect bush wood. Fuel stoves are recommended.
Generators: Permitted.
Essentials to bring: Drinking water, rubbish bags, first-aid kit, insect repellent and manufactured fuel. A fuel or gas stove for cooking is recommended. Read more about Things to know before you go.
Bookings: Book online, over-the-counter, by phone.
Mobile phone coverage: Generally available for Next G.
REGION: > QLD > Central Coast > Bundaberg & Wide Bay > Auburn River National Park
Auburn Falls Rd - End
Auburn River National Park QLD 4626
P: 13 13 04
GPS:-25.711833,151.053655
GPS:S25 42 42,E151 03 13
GPS:S25 42.71,E151 03.2193
