Henrietta Creek Camping Area is a great spot to stop and soak in the rainforest. It is located on the Palmerston Highway in the Wooroonooran National Park and provides easy access to the park’s attractions.
To stay at this campground, you need to be self-contained for any water you use at the campsite. However, composting toilets are provided.
Pets are not permitted at this campground.
Tents are permitted
Fires are not permitted.
You must have a permit before arriving at the site (a link for booking is provided below). We found that this campground did not have phone reception.
Henrietta Creek Camping Area Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Henrietta Creek Camping Area |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Innisfail |
| GPS | 17°35'55.90"S 145°45'32.31"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | 10 |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | Non-potable |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | No |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | No |
| Telstra coverage | No |
| Optus coverage | No |
| Cost | $7.25 per person per night |
| Booking | Book Online |
Campground Layout and Features
Henrietta Creek Camping Area has 10 marked campsites on a mostly gravel base. The area is mostly flat and shaded in parts. Sites 2 to 4, 7, 8 and 11 are best if you require solar power.
Only sites 1 to 4 and 11 are available if you have a caravan. Site 1 is smaller, and site 11 can be muddy in wet weather. Site 1 is not good for solar.
All sites are unpowered.
Composting toilets are provided.
A covered BBQ area is provided.
Rubbish bins are not provided, and you must take all your rubbish when leaving.
The fee to stay at this campground is $7.25 per person per night. As previously mentioned your site must be booked prior to arriving.
Henrietta Creek Camping Area Location
The campground is 30km west of Innisfail, accessed via the Palmerston Highway. The map below shows the campground’s location. You can zoom out for a more general location.
What to Watch Out For at Henrietta Creek Camping Area
This campground is quite close to the highway. It is a little noisy during the day but quiet at night.
Leeches can be an issue at this campground. We stayed not long after a period of rain, so it was quite wet. Also, watch out for leeches on the walks.
Final Words
We really enjoyed our stay here and this campground. We highly recommend it.
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Closeby Campgrounds
If from this site you are travelling to Atherton Bonadio RV Park is a great option. If heading south, Tully Heads Recreational Area is a lovely option.