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Oakey Creek Bowenville Reserve

Wainui, QLD

About this campsite

Located in Queensland, Australia, Oakey Creek Bowenville Reserve offers ample space for camping, making it ideal for large gatherings. Set close to a creek but with advisories around weather conditions to avoid boggy soils. There's no water availability but it provides flushing toilets above the higher grounds. It also features a boat ramp, although challenging for 2WD vehicles due to its steep and unsealed nature. A perfect outdoorsy retreat that could get busy during long weekends. Note, fires are permitted in designated spaces only.

The Oakey Creek Bowenville Reserve is a sprawling, flat open space that can accommodate many camping configurations of all sizes, making it a fitting destination for group get-togethers. The area closest to the toilets on the higher ground is highly recommended for camping to avoid potential bogging issues after rain as the areas near the creek are made of black soil. The reserve doesn't offer a water source, so visitors must come prepared. Fires are permitted in certain designated areas, away from the creek. During long weekends, the place becomes a popular spot, thus adding a lively ambiance. There is a boat ramp available; however, it is quite steep and unsealed. This could pose a challenge for 2WD vehicles, so it's best suited for hardier vehicles. Overall, the Oakey Creek Bowenville Reserve offers a vast open space for camping enthusiasts looking for an open-air adventure.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint, 400m west of Bowenville turnoff on Warrego Highway. Turn south onto Bowenville-Norwin Road and continue for 4km to reserve on south-eastern side of the road.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Boat Ramp
Fishing Spot
Public Boat Ramp

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Tent Site
Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Fires

Other Features

Excellent TV and 3G signals
Free Overnight Camp
Maximum 7 days
Bird Watching
River Fishing
Information Board
Boat ramp – 4WD recommended. Very steep and unsealed.
Walking
Expect flies in large numbers
Day Rest Area
Overnight Rest Area
Boat Ramps
Unknown feature
Rural area with rural livestock odours
Pets Welcome
Flushing toilets have no hand washing facilities
Photo Opportunity
No water available
Mobile Phone Coverage
Great place for a paddle and fish
Fires prohibited in open – use designated fireplaces only
On the bank of Oakey Creek
Bin
Long Rig

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☁️
29° / 18°
THU☁️
29° / 18°
FRI☁️
29° / 17°
SAT🌤️
29° / 16°
SUN🌤️
29° / 15°

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