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    10 Reviews

    Anonymous
    Jun 19, 2026
    Positive

    Really good free spot. Camped here on the way up and down. Nice river for a little dip. River crossable in 4WD (gets very sandy and soft) but the campsites are nicer. Close to road but no noise at night. Large dirt area @ entry for caravans etc.

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    Anonymous
    Jun 29, 2024
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    Nice spot. Crystal clear water great for bathing. Lots of birdlife. Close to road but very minimal night road noise. Very uneven ground but we managed. Very Sandy across the water (easy to cross in 4wd) but with tent we opted for non-Sandy side.

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    Anonymous
    Aug 14, 2023
    Positive

    Great camp on both sides of river. Very popular but plenty of room. Would recommend!!

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    Anonymous
    Jul 26, 2023
    Positive

    Great spot to stop!!! Ended up doing 3 nights here, safe swimming, lots of space on both sides of river.

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    Anonymous
    Aug 4, 2021
    Neutral

    It's a nice spot by the river, no wonder that it's very popular so be prepared for crowds. Toilet is pretty bad, but you can deal with it for 1 night, better to be self-contained ?

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    Anonymous
    Jul 25, 2021
    Positive

    Very pleasant free camp, swimming possible but beware of many snakes in the water. Be careful when crossing the river in 4WD some places are deeper than others.

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    Anonymous
    Jun 11, 2021
    Positive

    Went here in May road is steep to get into the area. Toilets still has no toilet paper so take your own, nice clear water in the river locals swim there. Nice spot for a overnight driving to the Cape York.

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    Anonymous
    Oct 4, 2020
    Positive

    Free camping next to the river. No tap water. No tables or picnic area. Good shades. Some fire place. Compost toilet (disgusting and no toilet papper). Next to the river. People swim there and fishing not sure about crocodiles.

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    Anonymous
    Sep 8, 2020
    Positive

    Nice spot with private river. Most of the people swim their, but not 100% sure if it’s crocodile safe.

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    Anonymous
    Aug 14, 2020
    Positive

    Beautiful camping spot with a toilet! Bring your own garbage bag and toilet paper. (Not too many flies or mosquitoes!) Remember to bring your trash with you !!!

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