FREEDOM CAMP OF THE MONTH
JOSEPHINE FALLS: NATURE ' S WATERSLIDE
From either camp, Josephine Falls is a short drive south, on the slopes of Mt Bartle Frere in Wooroonooran National Park. A 700m rainforest path takes you to viewing platforms over the falls. It is a bit rocky as you climb into the water, so wear shoes with good grip.
They timed it well, as a tour bus was leaving when they arrived. But the highlight for our daughter? The natural rock slide into the pool. Head for the slide area and get ready to feel like a kid again!
Like The Boulders, it ' s a designated swimming area and considered croc-safe. Conditions can change fast after rain, so follow the signs and swim only where it ' s safe.
MORE TO LOVE
Stay a few days and you ' ll find plenty more to fill your time:
• Heritage buildings and trail right in town;
• Aboriginal legends tied to The Boulders and the surrounding country;
• Beautiful beaches a short drive to the coast;
• Great fishing in the creeks and estuaries;
• Natural wetlands for birdwatching and quiet strolls;
• Five national parks; and
• The Frankland Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, close enough for a day trip.
FIND THESE SITES
Find Babinda Rotary Park on Howard Kennedy Drive on Babinda Creek. The Boulders are 6km west of town. You will see both clearly marked in the Camps app and guides. As always, leave no trace.
Look up this site and all the other freedom camps in Australia in Camps 13 or your Camps Pendium – the box set has separate stateby-state guides. If you have our Camps app, simply go to the map or list and search for the site name!
Aussie owned, and family run, Camps Australia Wide has a 24- plus year history sharing free and budget camps in our beautiful country. Known as the ' Traveller ' s Bible ', it will help you find your perfect spot.
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