Pet Friendly and Off Road – Cairns Chrissy Camping
Hitch up the offroad caravan, and ditch the asphalt this Christmas. Off Road caravanning ditches the dirt paths to reach otherwise inaccessible areas to camp. When off road camping, it is crucial that research into the location is done, as camping somewhere other than a designated location may be illegal. Queensland caravan veterans know that the best of Queensland is always off road, so exploring Cairns by off road van is a bucket list item!.
North Queensland’s Got Amazing Off Road Camping Destinations
It can be difficult to find locations to camp at when looking to stray away from traditional caravan parks and hostels, so listed are three locations near Cairns to stay at – as well as their amenities and costs. Remember, go safe. Before hitting the open road, make sure you’ve hit your North Queensland Caravan Service Centre!
Here are three locations, which are all pet friendly, to camp not too far from Cairns this Christmas:
Emu Creek Outback Holiday Station – ideal for experiences and self-sufficient campers looking to swim and fish with varying prices. More Information Below.
Eureka Creek – free and closer to towns and people, still no bathrooms though so be prepared to navigate that. More Information Below.
Irvinebank Camp Area – free with the most amenities of the three, hot water and toilets, better location for families with smaller children to camp. More Information Below.
Number One: Emu Creek Outback Holiday Station
Best suited for more experienced campers, Emu Creek Station is a two-hour drive from Cairns with varying costs per night depending on who and how many are staying (i.e., children, infants, pets), click HERE to book.
- Pet Friendly
- Allows Fires
- Swimming and Fishing Permitted
- Fits Camper Trailers
- FWD Trails
- Available Water (Non-Drinking)
Located at:
Emu Creek Station Holiday Park, Unnamed Road, Petford, Queensland
Number Two: Eureka Creek
Eureka Creek is an hour and a half from Cairns and is a free place to camp. It is also closer to towns but lacking in amenities, therefore it is more recommended to seasoned campers who are more self-sufficient.
- Pet Friendly
- Free Library Box Created by Locals
- Safe to Swim
- Available Water (Non-Drinking)
- No Booking; First in, Best Dressed
- Phone Reception
- Caravans and Camper Trailers
Located at:
65217 Burke Developmental Rd, Dimbulah, Queensland
Number Three: Irvinebank Camp Area
Irvinebank is a free campground located two hours from Cairns, better suited to campers who are less self-sufficient or with children.
- Pet Friendly
- Allows Fires, Fire Pits Provided
- Access to Toilets
- Access to Hot Water Showers
- Phone Reception
- 2WD Accessible
- Swimming and Fishing Permitted
- Available Water (Non-Drinking)
- Museum Nearby
Located at:
2656 Herberton-Petford Road, Irvinebank, Queensland