Barratta Creek Camping Area - Bowling Green Bay National Park QLD

Bowling Green Bay National Park is divided into three sections:
- Mount Elliot section
- Cape Cleveland section
- Bowling Green Bay section
Alligator Creek is 25 kilometers south of Townsville; Cape Cleveland 33 kilometers south of Townsville; Bowling Green Bay 64 kilometers south of Townsville and 26 kilometers north of Ayr. See the DERM Qld site for a more detailed description on directions and access:
http://www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/bowling-green-bay/about.html
There are several options for camping in Bowling Green Bay National Park. There is one campground with facilities, three camping areas with no facilities and opportunities for remote hiking and camping. All camping activities in the park require a permit and fees apply.
There are a number of walks and extensive hikes in the areas.
-Lower lookout, Alligator Falls (Mount Elliot section)
-Alligator Creek boardwalk (Mount Elliot section)
-Alligator Falls (Mount Elliot section)—17 kilometers return (5–6 hours) Grade: Difficult
-Other extended bushwalking opportunities exist on Mount Elliot and Mount Cleveland for experienced walkers. Again, you need to go to the DERM website for more details.
At Alligator Creek, near the campground, a spacious day-use area has picnic tables, a shelter shed, gas barbecues and toilets. Picnic tables are also located along the creek. Please remove your rubbish.
Fishing in the coastal sections of the park is permitted in some areas but not in others. Please check current zoning maps to find out where fishing is allowed. For restrictions, maps and information see the Great Barrier Reef Coast Marine Park web site. Camping area features: A bush camp close to a mangrove and creek environment.
Location: Near the coastal township of Jerona.
Access: The campground can be reached by four-wheel-drive vehicle only, via bush tracks leading towards the creek off Jerona Road in the national park. Camping sites are susceptible to tidal influences, especially at high tides.
Number of sites: Open area without separately defined sites. Up to eight people per site are allowed.
Campsites are suitable for: Tent camping beside your four-wheel-drive vehicle.
Facilities: None.
Open fires: Not allowed. Bring a fuel or gas stove.
Generators: Not allowed.
Essentials to bring: Drinking water, rubbish bags, a fuel or gas stove and insect repellent. Read more about things to know before you go.
Bookings: Book online, over-the-counter or by phone.
Mobile phone coverage: Poor.

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Contact and Location
Barratta Creek Camping Area
Jerona Rd - E
Bowling Green Bay National Park QLD 4809

GPS:-19.456395,147.230209
GPS:S19 27 23,E147 13 48
GPS:S19 27.3837,E147 13.8125

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