Tully Heads Recreational Area is a wonderful camping area on the Hull River close to its mouth. It allows easy access to the river and the nearby Googarra Beach. It is a great place for fishing, swimming and relaxing.
The camping area is run by the Volunteer Coast Guards, so the camping fees go to a good cause.
You do not need to be self-contained to stay at Tully Heads Recreational Area, as toilets and showers are provided.
Pets are permitted at this campground.
Tents are permitted
Fires are permitted in above-ground fire pits.
On arrival, you must check in with the caretaker. If you can not find them, their office is at the rear of the Volunteer Coast Guard building.
Tully Heads Recreational Area Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Tully Heads Recreational Area |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Tully |
| GPS | 17°59'41.26"S 146° 4'17.31"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | 25 |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | Yes |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | Yes |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | Yes |
| Optus coverage | Yes |
| Cost | $23 per night |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
Tully Heads Recreational Area has 25 marked campsites on two grassed areas. The area is mostly flat and shaded in parts. There is sufficient solar power to charge batteries.
One of the camping areas is adjacent to the Volunteer Coast Guard building. The other is beside the toilet/shower block and a BBQ area. This area runs parallel to the road. This second area has no views of the water.
The four sites directly on the water at this campground are the best. These sites are very popular, so you must arrive early to secure one.
A small block of toilets and showers are provided.
All sites are unpowered. Water is available from a tap near the toilet and shower block.
Rubbish bins are provided.
The fee to stay at this campground is $23 per night, and the maximum stay is four consecutive nights. While we were there, one couple left and returned the next day for a further four-night stay. It sounded like they were doing this repeatedly.
Sites are available on a first come first serve basis.
Tully Heads Recreational Area Location
Tully Heads Recreational Area is located 17km south-east of Tully. It is accessed good quality sealed roads. The map below shows the location of the campground. You can zoom out for a more general location.
What to Watch Out For at Tully Heads Recreational Area
We had no issues at this campsite. We arrived after a wet period, and some sections of the area were a bit muddy.
Crocodiles have been observed in the area.
Final Words
We enjoyed a relaxing four night stay here and this campground. We would have stayed longer if we could have and highly recommend it.
Closeby Campgrounds
If you are heading towards Atherton, you may wish to spend a night or two at Henrietta Creek Camping Area. For those heading to Townsville you may Country Vows Camping if you want some tranquility.