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Bottom Whiphandle Waterhole Campsite #2

Campground

Contact

Rinyirru (Lakefield) NP, Queensland.

info@des.qld.gov.au

parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/rinyirru-lakefield/camping.html

Description

Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park, including all camping areas, is closed throughout the wet season every year from 1 December to 30 June. All camping in Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) must be booked in advance. Campers must purchase an e-permit before arriving at the camping areas. Self-registration is not available and there is no mobile phone coverage on site (there is limited mobile phone coverage near the New Laura ranger base). To obtain an e-permit, you can: - book online - visit an over-the-counter camping permit booking office or self-service kiosk - phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68). Mobile phone charges may apply. Bottom Whiphandle Waterhole camping area is located on a high ridge a short distance away from the western bank of the Normanby River. This is the most northerly camping area on the Normanby River. This out-of-the-way permanent waterhole is ideal for bank fishing or to just enjoy the peace and quiet. Large crocodiles are frequently seen here. By road, camp site one is 48km north of Lakefield ranger base or 29km north-east of Hann Crossing. Camp site two is a further 3km north. The camping area can be reached by four-wheel-drive vehicle only. It is not accessible for caravans, campervans or buses. The road becomes impassable after rain. Open fires: allowed (except when fire bans apply). Fuel stoves are recommended. Do not collect firewood in the park. Only generators operated at less than 65dB(A), when measured 7m from the generator, are permitted, and only between 8.00am and 7.00pm. Mobile phone reception is not available. No pets.