Spring Gully Stays – Sarabah

Spring Gully Stays offers a spectacular and secluded bush camping experience, nestled deep within the stunning Sarabah Valley in the heart of the Gold Coast’s Scenic Rim. This private property is a true adventurer’s paradise, providing an authentic back-to-nature retreat for self-sufficient campers. The main campground is set in a magnificent, expansive grassy clearing, surrounded by the towering hills of Lamington National Park and located alongside the crystal-clear Sarabah Creek. The journey into the property is part of the experience, requiring a high-clearance 4WD vehicle to navigate the unsealed road and multiple creek crossings, which ensures a genuine sense of remoteness. The camping is unpowered, catering to those in tents, off-road camper trailers, and capable caravans who want to disconnect completely. The facilities are rustic but functional, with toilets and hot showers available, adding a welcome touch of comfort to the remote setting. The natural environment is the star attraction here; the creek is perfect for swimming and exploring, while the vast property offers excellent opportunities for bushwalking and birdwatching. Evenings at Spring Gully are magical, with campfires crackling under a brilliant, star-filled sky, far from any city lights. For those with a 4WD seeking an uncrowded, pet-friendly, and breathtakingly beautiful escape, Spring Gully Stays is one of the premier bush camps in South East Queensland.

Site Information

• Location: In the remote Sarabah Valley, part of the Gold Coast Hinterland.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, off-road camper trailers, and off-road caravans. High clearance 4WD is essential.
• Road Access: Unsealed road with multiple creek crossings. Can become inaccessible after heavy rain.
• Site Surface: Large, flat grassed areas.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid private campground. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: Numerous spacious unpowered sites available.
• Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, rubbish bins.
• Picnic Tables: No.
• Potable Water: It is recommended to bring your own main supply of drinking water.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: None.
• TV Reception: No.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits, subject to local fire bans.
• Generator Use: Check with hosts, generally discouraged.
• Number of Sites Available: Many sites across a large property.
• Essentials to Bring: It is best to be fully self-contained with food and power.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, this is a very pet-friendly location.
• Fishing: Possible in Sarabah Creek for freshwater species.
• Short Walks: Excellent walking opportunities around the property and along the creek.

Local Amenities

This is a remote location. The nearest town with services is Canungra.

• Local Pubs:
  • The Canungra Hotel (approx. 20 km)
  • The Beechmont Hotel (approx. 25 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • The local pubs, cafes, and bakeries in Canungra.
• Local Attractions:
  • Lamington National Park (Binna Burra and Green Mountains sections)
  • O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat & Vineyard
  • Local wineries in the Canungra Valley.
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a private campground. Canungra Showgrounds offers camping.
• Next Free Camps:
  • No official free camps in the immediate Scenic Rim area.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A public dump point is available in Canungra.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Service stations are available in Canungra.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available in Canungra.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Gold Coast hinterland has a subtropical highland climate with four distinct seasons, cooler temperatures, and higher rainfall than the coast.