Rocky Creek Gravel Pit campground provides a good area to stop for the night while travelling up and down Cape York. It is located near to the Bramwell Junction Roadhouse. The roadhouse is where the famous Old Telegraph Track starts.
To access this campground, you must travel on an unsealed road. A 4WD vehicle is recommended for travelling in this part of Australia.
No facilities are provided, so you should contain your black waste; however, grey waste can be disposed of onsite.
This is a basic site, so do not expect much.
Rocky Creek Gravel Pit Campground Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Rocky Creek Gravel Pit |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Bramwell Junction |
| GPS | 12° 6'9.10"S 142°33'36.58"E |
| Access Road | Unealed |
| Number of sites | 4 |
| Toilets | No |
| Water | No |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | Yes |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | No |
| Optus coverage | No |
| Cost | Free |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
This campsite has about 4 unmarked sites in a clearing. It is possible to fit more if you wish to be closer together. We stayed here on the way up and on the way back down. we were the only ones there on both nights.
As mentioned previously this is just a clearing in the bush. The ground is gently undulating gravel. You should have no problems finding a flat spot and getting level. The road next to the campsite is sealed and there is little traffic at night. It is peaceful after dark.
You must bring everything that you require as no facilities are provided.
Rocky Creek Gravel Pit Campsite Location
Rocky Creek Gravel Pit is a 1km south of Bramwell Junction Roadhouse. 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 Rocky Creek Gravel Pit Campground
Take care when entering the site as the track is deeply rutted by water flow.
In wet conditions the area may not be accessable.
We heard dingos howling at night. They were away from the site a way but it would be advisable to lock all food away at night.
Final Words
We enjoyed the peacefullness of this camp. So mcuh se that we stayed here twice. It is likley that you will be the only ones there.
Closeby Campgrounds
For those heading north, you may like to consider Fruit Bat Falls Campground.
If you are looking for a place to rest on the trip south The Bend Campground near Coen is a good option. If you are interested in a deviation to the beautiful beach take a look at Chilli Beach Campground.