
Emerald Botanic Gardens

Emerald Botanic Gardens
About this campsite
Emerald Botanic Gardens, established in 1987, is a serene destination where visitors can enjoy various activities. The gardens are located by the Nogoa River, making it perfect for activities like kayaking, fishing, cycling, and bird watching. Overnight stopovers are permitted, with campsites available at different locations. Visitors will also be pleased to find a supermarket within walking distance, by using a walkway under the road. The picturesque setting also invites for a leisurely stroll and quiet contemplation on the available seating.
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Emerald Botanic Gardens•Capricorn Highway, Emerald, QLD, 4720
Common questions about Emerald Botanic Gardens
Is Emerald Botanic Gardens free to camp at?
We have Emerald Botanic Gardens in Emerald, QLD recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.
What facilities does Emerald Botanic Gardens have?
Emerald Botanic Gardens has picnic tables, photo opportunity, generators allowed, shade, bin and 42 hectares of gardens. That is the short list; 25 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.
Are dogs allowed at Emerald Botanic Gardens?
The record for Emerald Botanic Gardens lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.
Can you book Emerald Botanic Gardens online?
We hold no online booking link for Emerald Botanic Gardens, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.
Where is Emerald Botanic Gardens?
Emerald Botanic Gardens sits in Emerald, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.
Facilities at Emerald Botanic Gardens
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Generators Allowed | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| 42 hectares of gardens | Yes |
| On the bank of the Nogoa River | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Overnight Rest Area | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Noise from both highway and railway line | Yes |
| Yes | |
| River Fishing | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Supermarket opposite the roundabout | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Maximum 20 hrs | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
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Capricorn Highway
Emerald, QLD 4720

