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Charters Towers
Queensland 4820 Australia
Dalrymple National Park
Charters Towers,
Charters Towers Area
Free Entry
Description
Dalrymple National Park features some unique features of the Charters Towers region including ancient lava flows and the Burdekin River, the largest river in Queensland. In the dry season its sandy edges provide a lovely setting for camping. Mount Keelbottom rises 130 metres above the surrounding plain and part of the old Dalrymple township site can be found in the park. It was one of the first inland settlements in northern Australia. Parts of the township are privately owned. Please respect private property signs.
... moreRough trails follow the river and Fletcher Creek while longer hikes to Mount Keelbottom should only be undertaken by well-equipped and experienced walkers.
... lessProperty Details
Facilities
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BBQ Facilities -
Car park -
Public toilet -
Shaded Area -
Sheltered Area
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Walking Tracks
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Birdwatching -
Camping -
Walking
Other Information
Disabled:
Facilities at Fletcher Creek camping reserve are wheelchair accessible.
How To Get There
The park is 42 kilometres north of Charters Towers. Access is via the Gregory Developmental Road (Lynd Highway). From the south, turn right on to an unsealed vehicle track at Fletcher Creek Crossing (camping area) and travel a further 2.5 kilometres along this track to the park entrance. The access road is unsealed and when dry, is accessible to all vehicle types with care. The road is closed during wet periods, which may occur between November and March. Certain areas of the former Dalrymple township are privately owned. Public access is not allowed in these areas. Please observe and respect 'private property' signs.
Inclusion
Camping fees apply.
Weather
Days can be very hot from October to March, reaching an average 32-36 degrees Celsius. Hot summer days at times exceed 40 degrees Celsius. Wet periods occur during this time that can make access difficult to impossible. It's best to visit in the cooler months from April to September when daily temperatures average a more pleasant 28 degrees Celsius.
Free Entry
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