Myella Farm Stay – Kokotungo

Myella Farm Stay offers one of the most authentic and immersive outback experiences in Central Queensland, inviting travellers to become part of a real working cattle station. Located in the rugged sandstone country near Baralaba, this is far more than a simple campground; it’s a destination renowned for its hands-on activities, genuine family hospitality, and stunning natural beauty. Run by the Olive family for generations, a stay at Myella is a deep dive into Australian rural life. The farm stay provides a range of accommodation, from unpowered bush camping sites for tents and caravans to basic rooms in the homestead. The main attractions are the incredible array of farm activities. Guests can learn to ride a horse, muster cattle on a motorbike, crack a stockwhip, or simply help feed the farm animals. The property spans thousands of acres of classic outback landscape, which can be explored on guided tours, bushwalks, or 4WD adventures. The facilities are rustic and in keeping with the station environment, with a communal camp kitchen, hot showers, and toilets providing the essentials for a comfortable stay. Evenings at Myella are a highlight, with guests often gathering for a communal dinner, sharing stories around a massive campfire, and enjoying the breathtaking spectacle of a star-filled outback sky. For travellers wanting to get their hands dirty and experience the real Australian bush with a welcoming family, Myella Farm Stay is an unforgettable adventure.

Site Information

• Location: In a remote rural area, approximately 25 km east of Baralaba.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes.
• Road Access: Sealed road for most of the way, with a final stretch of good quality gravel road.
• Site Surface: Grassy and dirt sites.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid farm stay. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: Numerous unpowered sites available.
• Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen, swimming pool, rubbish bins.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available in common areas.
• Potable Water: Yes, potable water is available.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Very limited to non-existent.
• TV Reception: No.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Permitted in the large communal fire pit.
• Generator Use: Check with management.
• Number of Sites Available: Many sites across the property.
• Essentials to Bring: All food and drink supplies, although meals can often be booked.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, by prior arrangement only. Must be well-behaved and controlled due to livestock.
• Fishing: Possible in nearby creeks and dams.
• Short Walks: Excellent walking and hiking tracks throughout the station property.

Local Amenities

This is a remote farm stay. The nearest town with services is Baralaba (approx. 25 km).

• Local Pubs:
  • Baralaba Hotel (approx. 25 km)
  • Wowan Hotel (approx. 60 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • The farm stay often provides meal packages (bookings essential). Otherwise, the Baralaba Hotel.
• Local Attractions:
  • Horse riding, motorbike riding, farm tours (onsite)
  • Neville Hewitt Weir, Baralaba
  • Blackdown Tableland National Park (day trip)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a station stay campground. The next closest is Baralaba Caravan Park.
• Next Free Camps:
  • Neville Hewitt Weir, Baralaba (donation camp, approx. 25 km)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A public dump point is available in Baralaba.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Service stations are available in Baralaba and Rannes.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite or in Baralaba.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Central Queensland region has a subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild, dry winters.