Bloomfield Cabins and Camping – Your Wilderness Basecamp for the Bloomfield Track

For the true adventurer seeking an authentic wilderness experience, Bloomfield Cabins and Camping is the ultimate basecamp. Nestled in a pristine natural setting on the banks of the Bloomfield River, this park is the gateway to one of Australia’s most iconic 4WD journeys: the Bloomfield Track. It’s a place where the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest meets the Coral Sea, offering a raw, unspoiled paradise for explorers, anglers, and nature lovers. The park provides a tranquil and shady retreat from the rugged challenges of the track, with a friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can share stories of your adventures with like-minded travellers around a campfire.This is a destination for the self-sufficient and the adventurous. The park’s location makes it the perfect launchpad for tackling the steep climbs and multiple creek crossings of the Bloomfield Track as you head south to Cape Tribulation. It’s also an ideal base for exploring north towards the historic town of Cooktown. The Bloomfield River itself is a major drawcard, renowned for its excellent fishing for Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, and Trevally, as well as its fantastic crabbing. The nearby Wujal Wujal Falls are a spectacular sight, especially after rain, and the remote, untouched beaches of Weary Bay are just a short drive away. With its commitment to providing a comfortable stay in a truly wild setting, including clean amenities and powered sites, Bloomfield Cabins and Camping is more than just a stopover—it’s an essential part of the Cape York experience.

Bloomfield Cabins and Camping – QLD Location Map

Bloomfield Cabins and Camping

Address: 2869 Rossville Bloomfield Rd, Bloomfield QLD 4895
Website: bloomfieldcabinsandcamping.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -15.91059, 145.35268

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Site Details and Facilities

Location: Remote wilderness setting on the Bloomfield River, at the northern end of the Bloomfield Track.
Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, and well-equipped off-road caravans and 4WD motorhomes.
Road Access: Unsealed roads requiring a 4WD vehicle (Bloomfield Track) or a high-clearance vehicle (via the inland route).
Site Surface: Spacious grass and dirt sites in a natural bush setting.
Camping Permitted: Yes, powered and unpowered sites are available.
Maximum Overnight Stays: Caters to tourists and adventurers.
Facilities: Amenities block with hot showers and toilets, laundry, camp kitchen, BBQs.
Picnic Tables: Yes, in communal areas.
Potable Water: Yes.
Mobile Phone Coverage: Very limited to non-existent. Satellite phone or PLB recommended.
TV Reception: Not available.
Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
Drive Through Sites: Limited availability.
Rubbish Bins: Yes, but visitors are encouraged to take rubbish with them.
Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits, subject to local fire bans.
Generator Use: Permitted with consideration for others (check for preferred times).

Activities & Essentials

Essentials to Bring: All food and supplies, fuel, vehicle recovery gear, a comprehensive first-aid kit, strong insect repellent, and a satellite communication device.
Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly. Please confirm their policy upon booking.
Fishing: Excellent river and estuary fishing for Barramundi and Mangrove Jack. Be extremely crocodile aware.
Short Walks: Explore the park grounds and the banks of the Bloomfield River (with caution).

Local Amenities

Pubs & Restaurants

The Lions Den Hotel: Approx. 25 km north.
The Bloomfield Hotel (currently closed for renovation): In Ayton, approx. 5 km.
Various pubs in Cooktown: Approx. 60 km north.

Local Attractions

The Bloomfield Track: Starts/ends near the park.
Wujal Wujal (Bloomfield) Falls: Approx. 8 km
Weary Bay: Approx. 10 km
Cedar Bay (Ngalba Bulal) National Park: Remote hiking access nearby.

Camping & Travel Resources

Nearest Caravan Parks: The Lions Den Hotel (camping), and parks in Cooktown.
Next Free Camps: Very limited formal free camps; remote bush camping is possible in some areas.
Nearest Dump Points: A public dump point is available in Cooktown (approx. 60 km).
Nearest Petrol Station: Ayton (approx. 5 km) has a small service station (check availability/hours). Otherwise, Cooktown.
Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
Public Toilets: Onsite for guests.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Daintree / Cape York Coast

Wet Season (Dec-Apr): Hot and very humid with extremely heavy rainfall and a high risk of cyclones. The Bloomfield Track is impassable. Travel is not advised.
Dry Season (May-Nov): The only time to travel. Days are warm and sunny with lower humidity and pleasant sea breezes. Ideal conditions. Average temperatures from 19°C to 29°C.