Near the little town of Japoonvale in the hinterland between Mission Beach and Innisfail is a beautiful little Rest Area (free camping). Japoonvale Rest Area is in the most gorgeous setting, with shady trees along the crystal clear Liverpool Creek.
People were swimming, but we weren’t sure if there were crocs about, so we didn’t go in. According to WikiCamps, crocodiles now inhabit these areas, so it’s advised to not swim or let dogs go near the water’s edge.
Mountain views, glorious sunsets and quiet afternoons.
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Japoonvale Rest Area Camping
Camp Features
💲 FREE (7-day limit)
🐶 Pet friendly
🗑 Rubbish bins
🚻 Flushing toilets
🥪 Picnic tables
🎣 Fishing
🐊 Crocodiles
📶 Telstra Reception
🚗 2WD & Big Rig access
⛺️ Camper Trailers, Caravans, Motorhomes & Big Rigs allowed
❌ No showers, water or power
Camp Location
| JAPOONVALE REST AREA | |
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| Address | 2681 Innisfail Japoon Road, Japoonvale QLD 4856 |
Things To Do In Far North QLD
Paronella Park is a beautiful castle in the rainforest, which is only about 10km up the road. It has even been nominated as Queensland #1 Tourist Attraction and rightfully so. With a great dream and a love story attached to the history, Paronella Park had been on our bucket list for some time. Between the Day Tour, Night Tour, Lights Show and FREE Camping onsite, it was great value for money.
More Things to do in Far North QLD:
- 16 Things to do in Tully – 38 km north of Japoonvale
- Josephine Falls & Golden Hole – 55 km north of Japoonvale
- Babinda Boulders – 63 km north of Japoonvale
- Innot Hot Springs – 128 km west of Japoonvale
- Mareeba Drive-in – 145 km northwest of Japoonvale
For more, check out these 20+ FREE & Low Cost Camps QLD (Brisbane to Cairns).
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