Last Updated on 7 September 2026 by Rob
Tucked away in the foothills of the Kirrama Range, just a short drive from Cardwell, Murray Falls Campground is one of North Queensland’s most spectacular and accessible waterfall camps. As part of the Girramay National Park, this site offers large, grassy bays that are perfect for a relaxing stay, providing a lush, tropical alternative to coastal van parks.
The highlight is, of course, the falls, a thundering curtain of water over ancient granite boulders—which you can hear from your campsite at night. Whether you’re there to tackle the climb to the lookout for a view over the Tully Valley or just want to cool off in the refreshing rock pools of the Murray River, this campground delivers a premium rainforest experience with the added bonus of well-maintained amenities and a genuinely peaceful atmosphere.
There is no need to be self-contained at this site.
Pets are not permitted at this campground.
Tents are permitted
Fires are permitted in supplied fireplaces outside of fire ban periods
Murray Falls Campground Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Murray Falls Campground |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Cardwell |
| GPS | 18° 9'11.45"S 145°48'55.43"E |
| Access Road | Sealed |
| Number of sites | Many |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | Non-potable |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | No |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | No |
| Optus coverage | No |
| Cost | $7.50 per person per night |
| Booking | Book online |
Campground Layout and Features
Murray Falls Campground has many sites (perhaps 150) in a semi-open area not far from the waterfall. There are many tall trees making the area shady, and the area slopes in parts. There are no problems finding a level site.
The site has flushing toilets and cold water showers
Non-potable water is available.
There are picnic tables, a couple of wood BBQs (BYO wood) and rubbish bins.
Sites must be booked online. Camping fees are $7.50 per person per night.
Murray Falls Campground Location
Murray Falls Campground is a 42 km drive to the north west of Cardwell. It is accessed via sealed roads.
The map below shows the location of the campground. You can zoom out to view a broader area.
What to Watch Out For at Murray Falls Campground
We did not encounter any issues at this campground.
Final Words
We enjoyed our stay at this campground. We highly recommend it.
This campground is an optional stay on our Cairns to Brisbane road trip.
Closeby Campgrounds
To the north of this camp, we have is Hull Heads
For those heading south in the Ingham area, we have Brooklands Travelers Rest and/or Forrest Beach.
