Tamarind Gardens Tourist Park

🏕️ Tamarind Gardens Tourist Park — Almaden QLD

PAID CAMP

🚩 Description & Location

🌿 Set on approx. 6 acres within the former Almaden State School grounds, Tamarind Gardens Tourist Park features shaded grassy sites, a pool, and historic school buildings repurposed for guest use. Located just off Burke Developmental Road, about 30 km west of Chillagoe and 62 km from Mareeba, it offers a peaceful rural base for inland Queensland travel.

🪶 History

📜 Located on the old Almaden State School site (closed 1997), this park reflects the shift from rural education to tourism. The schoolhouse now serves as part of the accommodation and common areas, adding historic value to a quiet outback stay.

🚻 Facilities and Amenities

• 🚻 Flush toilets and coin-operated hot showers

• 🔌 16 powered drive-through sites and approx. 8 unpowered sites

• 🍽️ Camp kitchen, BBQ areas, guest lounge with TV and free Wi‑Fi

• 🏊 Saltwater swimming pool on site

• 🧺 Laundry facilities available to all guests

• 💧 Drinking water taps across property

• 📶 Telstra mobile coverage reliable

• 🐾 Dogs allowed on leash; pet fee may apply

🚗 Vehicle Access

• 🛣️ Access via sealed Burke Developmental Road

• 🚐 Suitable for caravans, camper trailers, and large rigs

• ⚠️ Grassed sites may require minor levelling; internal roads are well-maintained

🏕️ Stay Information (as at August 2025)

• Power Sites: Tariff Rate 3 (Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page)

• Unpowered Sites: Tariff Rate 2 (Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page)

• 📅 Booking recommended—especially around Savannahlander schedule

• 🏛️ Managed by: Tamarind Gardens (private operator)

• 🏕️ Site type: Formal tourist park with camping and cabin options

• ⏳ Maximum stay: not known

• 🐕 Dogs allowed on leash; confirm during booking

• 🔐 24-hour access; after-hours check-in possible

• 🕑 Check-in from 6 am | Check‑out by 4 pm (cabins) or 11 am (campers)

• 🚫 Not required to be self-contained

• 📞 Phone: +61 7 4094 8201

• 🌐 Web Address: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064209811512

• 📧 Email: not known

🍻 Nearby Pubs & Clubs

• 🍺 Railway Hotel (~400 m): Basic pub meals and cold beer

• ☕ Community Café (~400 m): Limited opening hours, refreshments available

🏕️ Nearby Campgrounds

• 🌿 Lake Belmore Reserve (~30 km west): Free bush camping, boating, and shade

• 🌳 Lake Belmore Caravan Park (~30 km): Lakeside camping with basic amenities

🌄 Nearby Attractions

• 🚂 Savannahlander Rail Line passes through town—rail fans can explore nearby stops

• 🌳 Short nature walks around Almaden’s historic school and railway heritage sites

• 🌅 Open views of savannah country and nearby ranges

🛒 Nearest Supplies

• 🏬 Almaden General Store (~400 m): Groceries, fuel, post, and local info

• 🛍️ Chillagoe (~30 km): Larger supermarket, bakery, mechanic, and cave tours

📝 Reviews Summary

✅ Positives

• Quiet, clean, and well-shaded rural setting

• Repurposed heritage buildings and friendly hosts

• Great facilities including pool, kitchen, laundry

• Pet-friendly and good for overnight or multi-day stays

⚠️ Cautions

• Limited unpowered sites—early booking advised

• No official website—must call to book

• Outback location—bring essential supplies

🚨 Breakdown & Emergency Info

• 📻 UHF CB Channels: Road = 40 | Emergency Only = 5

• ⛽ Fuel at general store in Almaden; full services in Chillagoe

• 🏥 Clinic in Chillagoe; hospital in Mareeba (~62 km)

• 📶 Mobile reception good with Telstra

• 🧭 Log travel details and arrival with operator or local contact

🔚 Final Note

🌿 Tamarind Gardens Tourist Park blends comfort, heritage charm, and essential camping services. Ideal for road-trippers, rail enthusiasts, and quiet explorers, it’s a peaceful stop on the edge of Queensland’s outback. Book early, prep supplies, and enjoy the warm hospitality of Almaden.