Speewah Regional Park Campground – Speewah

Nestled in the lush, World Heritage-listed rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands, Speewah Regional Park Campground offers a tranquil escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Located a short drive from the vibrant village of Kuranda, this Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) campground provides an immersive bush camping experience with the convenience of basic facilities. The campground is renowned for its direct access to an extensive network of shared-use trails, making it a paradise for both bushwalkers and mountain bikers. The famous Kuranda and Clohesy River Fig Tree tracks are right on its doorstep. The camping area itself features a number of designated, unpowered sites set within open grassy areas surrounded by dense rainforest. Each site is relatively private and comes equipped with a fire ring, catering to those who enjoy an evening campfire. The facilities are clean and well-maintained, including flushing toilets and cold-water showers. Being a national park campground, it provides a genuine connection to the natural environment; visitors can expect to be serenaded by a chorus of birds and might even spot native wildlife like wallabies or the elusive cassowary. Due to its popularity, especially during peak season, booking a site in advance through the QPWS website is essential. Speewah serves as an excellent, peaceful base for exploring the wider Tablelands region, including Barron Gorge National Park and the various attractions in and around Kuranda.

Site Information

• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, small caravans and motorhomes. Check site details when booking.
• Road Access: Sealed road.
• Site Surface: Grass.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, camping permit required. Must be booked in advance via the QPWS website.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Varies, check booking details on the QPWS website.
• Facilities: Flushing toilets, cold showers, tap water (treat before drinking), fire rings.
• Potable Water: No. All tap water must be treated or boiled before drinking.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Patchy to non-existent. Best reception for Telstra on higher ground.
• TV Reception: Poor to none.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: No. All rubbish must be taken with you.
• Open Fires: Permitted in provided fire rings only, except during fire bans. Bring your own clean-milled firewood.
• Generator Use: Not permitted.
• Number of Sites Available: 11 numbered sites.
• Essentials to Bring: Drinking water, rubbish bags, firewood, insect repellent, first-aid kit.
• Pet Friendly: No. Domestic animals are not permitted in the regional park.
• Fishing: No.
• Short Walks: Yes, extensive network of trails for walking and mountain biking directly from the campground.

Local Amenities (in Kuranda, approx. 12 km)

• Local Pubs:
  • Kuranda Hotel Motel
  • Bottom Pub Kuranda
• Places to Eat:
  • Numerous cafes, restaurants, and market food stalls in Kuranda.
• Local Attractions:
  • Kuranda Scenic Railway
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
  • Kuranda Markets (Heritage and Original)
  • Barron Falls Lookout
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Kuranda Rainforest Accommodation Park
• Next Free Camps:
  • Limited options nearby. Some rest areas available towards the coast or further up the tablelands.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Kuranda Rainforest Accommodation Park (for paying guests)
  • Mareeba Rodeo Grounds (public dump point)
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Puma Kuranda
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Check with Kuranda Visitor Information Centre for public tap locations.
• Public Toilets:
  • Various locations in the town of Kuranda.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

Located in the Wet Tropics, the area has a cooler, less humid climate than the coast due to its elevation, with distinct wet and dry seasons.