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Lake Houdraman Camping Area

Quilpie, QLD

About this campsite

Lake Houdraman Camping Area offers an idyllic and serene getaway, just ten minutes away from Quilpie. Here, campers can enjoy a lake-front location with ample shaded areas and stunning landscapes. The site is easily accessible, only requiring 4WD in conditions of excessive rain. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe an array of waterbirds, including emus, in their natural habitats. It's an ideal location for those seeking tranquillity, outdoor beauty, and a hint of adventure.

Nestled a mere ten minutes away from Quilpie, the Lake Houdraman Camping Area offers a tranquil retreat for travelers. Its expansive foreshore accommodates everyone, offering picturesque lake views and partial to full shade. The region remains accessible even after rainfall, needing only 4WD for extreme weather situations. For tech-savvy campers, good phone reception is a plus. However, to enjoy a rustic bonfire, you'll need to collect firewood on your way from Quilpie. You're not just surrounded by the serene lake, but also a host of waterbirds, including emus, perfect for bird-watching and photography. And while the lake might seem slightly muddy, it's an excellent source of water if you carry Alum. Simply add a heaped teaspoon of Alum to 20L of water, and voila - you have potable water! This camping area offers you a chance to unwind and bask in the charm of nature.

How to Get There

Proceed to turnoff, 2km east of Quilpie on Developmental Road at railway crossing. GPS -26.61090, 144.28576. Turn north across the railway line and follow Adavale Road for approx. 2.5km to waypoint, immediately after cattle grid. At the waypoint, turn east onto a track for a further 1.8km to camp area on edge of Lake Houdraman.

Features & Facilities

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Tent Site
Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Camping Fee

Other Features

Small fee for overnight stay
Bin
Dry Access Only
There is a dump point in Quilpie
Walking
Information
Plenty of room
Mobile Phone Coverage
at John Waugh Park behind the bowls club
Unknown feature
Photo Opportunity
Canoeing Kayaking
Lots of waterbirds
Overnight Rest Area
Long Rig
Information Board
Campgrounds
Pets Welcome
Bird Watching
No facilities
Some shade

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌤️
34° / 22°
THU🌤️
33° / 20°
FRI🌤️
35° / 21°
SAT🌤️
34° / 21°
SUN🌤️
34° / 19°

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34°·21%·15km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
33°·25%·17km/h
Low–Moderate
Fri
35°·19%·23km/h
High
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