Camping at Clancy's, Benarkin State Forest, QLD - Another Gem

Benarkin State Forest - Queensland camping at its very best!
Benarkin State Forest is about a 2hr drive northwest of Brisbane, just off the D’Aguilar Highway near the little township of Benarkin. The Forest is managed for timber production. It also protects habitats of many animals and plants, including some rare and endangered species.
There are two campgrounds in Benarkin State Forest - Clancy’s Camping Area and Emu Creek Camping Area. The forestry road into the camping areas is suitable for 2WD vehicles and is usually well graded. Both camping areas are well-maintained large open grassy areas with vehicle access to sites and are suitable for caravans camper trailers, campervans, motorhomes, tents and swags. There are flush toilets at each camping area and these are very clean. There is some non-potable tank water too.
Clancy’s Camping and Day Use Area: Dogs are permitted on leash here. The campground is 14km from the D’Aguilar Highway. Some of the area is sloping.
Emu Creek Camping and Day Use Area: Dogs are not allowed in the camping area here, but can be on leash in the day use area. This campground is 16km from the D’Aguilar Highway.
The creek can be accessed from both camping areas. You can swim or fish and kayak or canoe. There are 4WD tracks as well and opportunities for walking in Benarkin State Forest. Benarkin State Forest is a haven for pademelons, bettongs and quail, and you will find lots of waterbirds near the creek. We had a variety of birds going about their day right by our campsite, as well as a very large and curious goanna!
Supplies and fuel are available at Blackbutt or Moore, with limited supplies available at nearby Benarkin. We highly recommend the bakery at Blackbutt - just the best pies and sweet treats.
Campsites should be pre-booked online via the Queensland National Parks Booking Service at qpws.usedirect.... Currently (May 2024), the price is $7.25 per person, per night or $29.00 per night for a family.
So, we had a flat battery when we got in the car to leave - UGH! And there is absolutely NO phone signal at either Clancy's Camping Area or Emu Creek Camping Area. We have a HF Radio in our 4WD so Joe managed a radio phone call to a fellow club member who contacted the RACQ on our behalf. A huge shout out to Rick - thanks so much for your help. We are members of Austravel SafetyNet HF Radio Club, so if you are considering a HF radio for your travels we would recommend this Club. Hit us up in the comments if you have any questions about HF radio.
We wouldn't leave home without our RACQ Ultimate Care cover. The service this time around was incredibly fast to arrive, given our 'out of the way' location. The chappie who came to our aid here was very helpful and professional - thank you RACQ.
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