Bushy Parker Park in Rollingstone, QLD — photo 1

Bushy Parker Park

Rollingstone, QLD
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeCaravansTent SiteSwimmingDump PointToiletsBBQDrinking Water

About this campsite

Bushy Parker Park is a lush, shaded park offering ample space for overnight stays. It is conveniently located next to a creek and swimming hole, and within walking distance to a pub, small store, and fuel station. The park features clean amenities, including garbage bins and a dump point, and even boasts individual taps for each site. It's a popular spot, particularly given regular town visits by Rangers from the Townsville Regional Council, ensuring safety and upkeep of the park.

Bushy Parker Park is a lush, shaded oasis perfect for overnight stays. Conveniently positioned next to a scenic creek and swimming hole, this place is an ideal reprieve from one's journey. However, don't forget your mosquito repellent to ensure a comfortable stay. The park offers expansive, shady sites with clean amenities, and even features a handy dump point as well as garbage bins. Adding to the convenience, each camping site is equipped with individual water taps. A highlight of the location is its close proximity to essential services. A general store for all your needs, a pub for leisurely relaxation, and a fuel station are all within a short walking distance. A really charming aspect of the park is the crystal-clear creek that tranquilly flows nearby, enhancing the serene feel of the spacious, grassy terrain beautifully complemented with shady trees. This popular spot has enough room for approximately 30 vehicles. To secure a spot, it is recommended to arrive early, especially on Saturdays when nearby locals crowd the pub with an entertaining heavy metal rock band performance. The park is regularly patrolled by the seasoned Rangers from the Townsville Regional Council, ensuring safety and adherence to the site rules. With refreshing natural features and essential facilities, Bushy Parker Park offers an experience of comfort amidst nature's lap.

How to Get There

The only access now is from the north via waypoint -19.041021, 146.386761 On the highway, the rest area is not named. It is signed as 300m but it is more like 800m

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Activities

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping

Facilities

Dump Point
Picnic Tables
BBQ
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Unknown feature
Flushing toilets
Away from the highway
Day Rest Area
very peaceful
Day Use Area
Maximum 48 hrs
48 hour stay
Cold outdoor showers behind toilet block
Cold Showers
Overnight Rest Area
Bin
Long Rig
Mobile Phone Coverage
Popular swimming hole
Free Overnight Camp
Walking track

Location

Bushy Parker Park•Rollingstone Street, Rollingstone, QLD, 4816

Weather Forecast

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SUN🌦️
25° / 19°
💧 92%
MON🌦️
25° / 18°
💧 80%
TUE🌤️
24° / 19°
💧 50%
WED🌦️
24° / 19°
💧 88%
THU🌦️
24° / 18°
💧 77%

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Rollingstone Street

Rollingstone, QLD 4816

Bushy Parker Park

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