Dawes National Park
About Dawes National Park
Dawes National Park is a national park in Queensland. Its facilities include rubbish Bins and lookout. Things to do here include camping. Access suits 4WD vehicles. The nearest other place in AussieCamps is Kalpowar camping area (Gladstone region), 15 km away.
Dawes National Park provides habitat for many endangered and vulnerable plants and animals and features Heritage-listed historic mining remnants, including chimneys built in the early 1900s.
Facilities
- Rubbish Bins
- Lookout
Things to do
- Camping
Fees
Fees change with the season and the site, and some sites must be booked ahead. AussieCamps shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Nearby
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Questions about Dawes National Park
Can you get to Dawes National Park in a 2WD?
No. You need a 4WD to reach Dawes National Park.
What facilities does Dawes National Park have?
Rubbish Bins and Lookout.
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