Last Updated on 29 July 2026 by Rob
Mistake Creek is a small campground near Winton. It provides a place to stay while exploring the town and the area.
To stay at this campground, you must be self-contained, as no facilities are provided.
Pets are permitted at this campground.
Tents are not permitted
Fires are permitted.
Mistake Creek Campground Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Mistake Creek Winton |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Winton |
| GPS | 22°25'4.86"S 143° 1'59.67"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | 5 |
| Toilets | No |
| Water | No |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | Yes |
| Tents | No |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | Yes |
| Optus coverage | No |
| Cost | Free |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
The campground has about five unmarked sites on a clay base. The campsites are along a loop track situated next to the creek.
This is nothing more than a piece of land upon which you can camp. No facilities are provided.
The area is very flat and is directly next to the road. However, there is very little traffic on the road so it creates no issues. We were not disturbed at night.
If the site is full, there is a nearby overflow area. This site is a good option if the nearby Long Waterhole site is too full.
Mistake Creek Campsite Location
Mistake Creek is 3km south of Winton along the Winton-Jundah Road. It is accessed by 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 Mistake Creek Campground
During our stay, we did not encounter any issues.
This site would be best avoided in wet conditions.
There were lots of flies during our visit, so bring some repellent. This was true everywhere near Winton.
Final Words
We enjoyed our stay at this campground.
The site is an option for those following our Matilda Way itinerary.
Closeby Campgrounds
If you are travelling to Longreach, you may like to consider staying at Apex Riverside Park Camp.
Cloncurry Coppermine Freedom Camp is a good option for those heading in that direction.
For those heading north you may want to read about Hughenden RV Free Camp.
