Sweetwater Lake camping area
About Sweetwater Lake camping area
Sweetwater Lake camping area is a campground in Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL), Queensland. Its facilities include drinking Water, flush Toilets and showers, 11 in all. Things to do here include bird watching, boating and camping. Access suits 4WD vehicles. The nearest other place in AussieCamps is Saltwater Crossing camping area, 9 km away.
This secluded camping area, close to the northern entrance of the national park (CYPAL), is a beautiful place to spend a few days.
Facilities
- Drinking Water
- Flush Toilets
- Showers
- Toilets
- Camper Trailer Sites
- Car Park
Things to do
- Bird watching
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Wildlife watching
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
Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL), Queensland
Nearby
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Questions about Sweetwater Lake camping area
Can you get to Sweetwater Lake camping area in a 2WD?
No. You need a 4WD to reach Sweetwater Lake camping area.
What facilities does Sweetwater Lake camping area have?
Drinking Water, Flush Toilets, Showers, Toilets and Camper Trailer Sites, and 6 more listed in AussieCamps.
Read the camping rules for Queensland before you go.
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