Ussher Point (Walk-in) Camping area – Jardine River and Heathlands Regional Park (CG)

Ussher Point camping area is on a very remote and isolated area. Close to the beach and cliffs and surrounded by coastal heath vegetation. The camping area can only be reached by four-wheel-drive. Camper trailers are not recommended.
Number of sites: four numbered sites.
Camp sites are suitable for: tent camping only.
Camp site surface: dirt.

SITE ACCESS
The camp site is on the eastern boundary of Jardine River Regional Park on the far-northern east coast of Cape York Peninsula.
To access Ussher Point camping area, turn east off Bamaga Road approximately 12 km north of the Jardine River ferry crossing. Follow this four-wheel-drive track for 60 km (4-5 hrs) to arrive at the camping area on the far-northern east coast of Cape York Peninsula. This track is not maintained and can be hazardous with deep ruts, washouts and fallen trees. Camper trailers are not recommended.

To get to the park, from Cairns, drive north-west to the Peninsula Developmental Road, the main road to Cape York Peninsula. Follow the Peninsula Developmental Road 50 km north from Coen and turn on to the Telegraph Road. Drive 40 km north of the Wenlock River to Bramwell Junction and cross on to the Southern Bypass Road.

Please note: GPS Coordinates are approximate and provided in most cases to get you to the entrance. Once inside the park there should be signs to the actual camp grounds. Failing this please check with National Parks for further directions.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Camping permits are required and fees apply. A camping tag with your booking number must be displayed at your campsite. Book in advance.
Fees for camping permits are:
$6.55 per person per night or $26.20 per family group per night.
$3.60 per person per night for students and accompanying adults on approved excursions.
FAMILY RATE. For camping fees, a family group is defined as one or two adults and accompanying children under 18, up to a total of 8 people. Children under 5 years of age are free.
Read more about CAMPING COSTS & BOOKINGS.

FACILITIES
There are no facilities on the camp site.

RULES
Keep to defined vehicle tracks and walking trails.
Camp in designated areas to avoid damage to fragile vegetation.
Take rubbish home with you – if you carry it in, carry it out.

For more detailed information direct from the National Parks web site, please click on the relevant links. PARK ALERTS, RV’S IN PARKS, GENERATORS, FIRES & BBQ’S, SAFETY, CARING FOR PARKS

We are still in the process of obtaining more information about this site.

Data courtesy of: Department of National Parks, Sports & Racing Queensland
Updated: 27022019KT