Last Updated on 30 July 2026 by Rob
Macrossan Park Camping is 20km north-east of Charters Towers along the Flinders Highway. It provides a relaxing place to stay while driving the highway.
To stay at this campground, you do not need to be self-contained, as toilets and showers are provided.
Pets are permitted at this campground.
Tents are permitted.
Fires are permitted.
Macrossan Park Camping Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Macrossan Park Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Charter Towers |
| GPS | 20° 0'11.26"S 146°26'23.56"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | 20 |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | No |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | Yes |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | Yes |
| Optus coverage | Yes |
| Cost | Free |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
The campground has about 20 well-spaced sites. The area slopes towards the river but there are plenty of flat areas. Some of the sites are amongst long grass.
There are toilets and cold showers available at this site. They are dated but clean and serviceable. Rubbish bins are also provided.
The maximum stay at this site is seven days.
Booking is not required and there is no requirement to register.
Macrossan Park Camping Location
The campground is a 23km drive norht-east of Charters Towers on the Flinders Highway. The turn-off to the campground is approximately 400m after the Burdekin River.
The map below shows the campground’s location. You can zoom out for a more general location.
What to Watch Out For at Macrossan Park Camping
We did not identify any issues at this campground. There are some long-term residents but they didn’t cause any problems.
If you are close to long grass snakes may be a concern.
There is not much shade at this this which makes it is great for solar.
Final Words
If you are travelling on the Flinders Highway, this is a good place to rest for a night or two.
This campground can be used by those following our Overlander’s Way Road Trip between Mt Isa and Townsville.
Closeby Campgrounds
If you wish to stay in town you can try Charters Towers Free Camp.
For those heading east to Townsville Country Vows Camping is a great place to stay. Another option in Townsville is MAM Easy Stays.
