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Broadwater Recreational Reserve

Sandy Ridges, QLD

About this campsite

Broadwater Recreational Reserve, situated 21km from Nanango, is an acclaimed birdwatching spot resting on the bank of Barker Creek. It features two sizable, shaded cleared areas, perfect for cozy get togethers. The larger area, located alongside a long stretch of water, is popular for fishing. The unique appeal of this location includes handmade bushcraft furniture and an abandoned cricket pitch, adding to its charm and local legend. Barker Creek, starting from the Bunya Mountains and merging with Barambah Creek, enriches the reserve with its natural beauty.

Discover the natural allure of the Broadwater Recreational Reserve, strategically situated 21km from Nanango. Renowned for its growing popularity among birdwatching enthusiasts, the park is perched on the serene banks of Barker Creek, offering two separate but equally impressive clearings along the creek stretch. Indulge in the spacious shaded areas, perfect for a variety of outdoor pursuits or sit back and delight in the site's expansive water stretch - a favorite spot for avid fishermen based on observed on-site activities. Turning the pages of history, you'll find an intriguing local tale centered around a narrow, overgrown concrete strip in the middle of the second clearing, said to have once served as a cricket pitch. Whether myth or reality, this quirky anecdote injects an intriguing narrative, enhancing this site's cultural charm. Fascinatingly, the Barker Creek, which adds to the reserve's scenic allure, originates from the Bunya Mountains at an elevation of 591m and gracefully merges with the Barambah Creek below Bjelke-Peterson Dam at 290m, highlighting the site's intriguing geographical attributes. Explore the charm and nature of the Broadwater Recreational Reserve today!

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint on Burnett Highway, 20.5km north of Nanango. Turn north-west onto Broadwater Access road and continue approx. 700m to campground. The access track is narrow and uneven and shows signs that it could be a challenge after wet weather. In dry conditions it is OK for lower clearance 2WD vehicles/caravans etc with care.

Features & Facilities

Activities

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Free Camping
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

Dry Access Only
Overnight Rest Area
Birdwatching & fishing
No permit required
Free Overnight Camp
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area
Bird Watching
Photo Opportunity
River Fishing
Day Use Area
Pets Welcome
On the bank of Barker Creek
Long Rig
Self contained campers only
Non Drinking Water
No facilities but a very pleasant location

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☁️
27° / 18°
THU🌤️
26° / 17°
💧 3%
FRI☁️
26° / 17°
SAT☁️
26° / 17°
SUN☁️
25° / 17°

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