Meunga Creek Caravan Park

🌽 Meunga Creek Caravan Park, Ellerbeck QLD

(PAID CAMP)

🌽 Description & Location 🌽

Set along the banks of Meunga Creek, just 4 km north of Cardwell in tropical North Queensland, this verdant caravan park nestles into a shady bush retreat with plenty of space between sites. It’s a peaceful spot for travelers looking for rest, wildlife spotting (birds, possums, reptiles), fishing and nearby creek access—all within easy driving distance to Cardwell amenities.

🪶 History 🪶

Ellerbeck's rural setting reflects the region’s long-standing connections to Girramay country and its role as a modest farming and travel corridor along the Bruce Highway. While not a heritage property, the park embodies the relaxed tropical charm typical of the area.

🚩 Facilities and Amenities 🚩

• ✅ Powered and unpowered sites available

• 🚿 Hot showers and flush toilets

• ☖ Potable drinking water taps throughout

• 🐾 Dogs allowed on leash

• 🔥 Campfires permitted in designated areas

• ⚡ Power available for sites with hookup

• 🧹 Laundry onsite

• ❌ Dump point not available

🚗 Vehicle Access 🚗

• ↩️ Access via Ellerbeck Road off Bruce Highway

• 🚐 Flat, grassy sites suitable for all vehicle types including large rigs

• 🌳 Shaded bush setting for most sites

ℹ️ Stay Information (as at July 2025) ℹ️

• 🔹 Campground: Paid private caravan park

• 🔹 Tariff: Unpowered Sites: Tariff Rate 2; Powered Sites: Tariff Rate 3 (Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page)

• 🔹 Booking: Recommended during peak season; walk-ins possible

• 🔹 Managing authority: Private ownership

• 🔹 Site type: Formal caravan park

• 🔹 Maximum stay limits: Not stated

• 🔹 Pets: Dogs allowed on leash

• 🔹 Self-containment: Not required

• 🔹 Access notes: Check-in during posted office hours

• 🔹 Contact: Phone 0429 728 913

🍻 Nearby Pubs & Clubs 🍻

• 🍻 Cardwell township (~4 km south): Multiple pubs and clubs with meals and views

🏛 Nearby Campgrounds 🏛

• ⛺ Cardwell Van Park (~4 km): Larger formal caravan park with full services

• 🏞 Murray Falls campground (Girramay NP): Remote bush camping with bookings required

🌿 Nearby Attractions 🌿

• 🐦 Birdwatching along Meunga Creek

• 🌴 Cardwell Spa Pools and Forest Drive—short drive to rainforest and swimming holes

🚚 Nearest Supplies 🚚

• ⛽ Cardwell (~4 km): groceries, fuel, post office, medical clinic

• 💪 Tully (~38 km): wider town services and auto repair

📊 Reviews Summary 📊

Positive aspects:

• 😊 Spacious, shaded campsites with a natural feel

• ✨ Clean amenities including hot showers and laundry

• 🐶 Pet friendly and well managed

• 🐾 Wildlife encounters and peaceful setting

Cautions:

• 🦟 Insects and mozzies common near the creek

• 🚂 Light train noise overnight from nearby rail line

• ⚠️ No confirmed dump point; check with park before arrival

⚠️ Breakdown & Emergency Info ⚠️

• ⚡ Road Channel = 40; ⛔ Emergency Only Channel = 5

• 📱 Mobile reception reported as strong for major networks

• ⛽ Fuel, groceries, and medical help in Cardwell

• 🌧️ Wet season may cause flooding in low-lying areas

• ⚒️ Spare parts and repairs available in Cardwell or Tully

📍 Final Note 📍

Meunga Creek Caravan Park offers a relaxed tropical bush setting with ample space, pet-friendly rules, and proximity to both rainforest attractions and Cardwell amenities. Whether staying overnight or for several days, it’s an affordable, peaceful option with just enough comfort to balance its natural appeal.