Rifle Creek Rest Area is located near Mount Molloy. It is an excellent facility for those heading to Cooktown or further north. It is a donation site.
You do not need to be self-contained to stay at this campground, as toilets and cold showers are provided.
Pets are permitted at this campground.
Tents are permitted.
Fires are permitted.
Mount Molloy Rifle Creek Rest Area Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Mount Molloy Rifle Creek Rest Area |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Mount Molloy |
| GPS | 16°39'55.70"S 145°19'41.26"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | 30 |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | Non-potable only |
| Dump point | Yes |
| Power | No |
| Pets | Yes |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | Yes |
| Optus coverage | Yes |
| Cost | $2 per night |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
This site has about 30 unmarked and well-spaced sites. Most of the area is well-shaded and flat. On arrival, pick a site and set up.
The site has a toilet block, which also contains a single shower in each male and female facility.
The site has rubbish bins, a dump point and non-potable water.
The area has some sheltered picnic tables.
Be mindful that this is also a day-use area.
The fee to stay at this site is $2 per site. It is to be placed in the strong box near the toilet block. Stays are limited to 48 hours.
Rifle Creek Campsite Location
Rifle Creek Rest is a 1.2km drive north of Mount Molloy. The map below shows the location of the hotel and campground. You can zoom out for a more general location.
What to Watch Out For at Rifle Creek Campground
This campground is close to the road, but at night there is little traffic, and we found it quiet at night.
Final Words
As a rest area, this is a good place to stay.
Those staying here range from backpackers in cars to large caravans.
Closeby Campgrounds
If you are heading north to Cooktown you may like to consider Cooktown Racecourse Campground.
For those heading towards Mareeba Ringers Rest RV Park is a good place to stay.