Harding's Paddock Campground
About the Business
Welcome to Harding's Paddock Campground, located in the beautiful region of Purga, Carmichaels Road, just 30 minutes away from Brisbane. As a campground, lodging, and park, we offer a unique experience for those seeking a getaway filled with adventure and relaxation.
Surrounded by Queensland's time-honored heritage region, our campground is the perfect place to immerse yourself in history while enjoying modern amenities. From historic homes to culinary cool, this region has it all. Take a scenic drive through the stunning countryside and discover unexpected delights along the way. Explore funky laneways with craft breweries and eclectic cafes, where you can indulge in delicious coffee and epic breakfasts.
For those seeking a truly unique experience, why not float high above the rolling hills and ranges in a hot air balloon? Or venture into sprawling parks that lead to world-class hiking and mountain biking trails. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the area by visiting museums and catching live bands in heritage spaces. And don't forget to explore the art galleries and sculptured gardens that offer serene spaces for relaxation and inspiration.
If you're looking for travel information to make the most of your visit to Ipswich, head over to our Discover Ipswich website. Here, you'll find insider tips on all the things to do, events, places to stay, and the best restaurants in Ipswich. Our team is dedicated to ensuring you have a memorable experience during your stay.
Tourism is a significant industry cluster for the City of Ipswich, and the Ipswich City Council is actively involved in destination marketing, industry development, and major events. Our vision is for Ipswich to be recognized as an accessible day trip and short break destination within the South East Queensland market.
When you visit Ipswich, be sure to stop by the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre, also known as 'the VIC,' located in Queens Park. Our award-winning visitor center is staffed by passionate volunteers with extensive knowledge and experience in Ipswich. They are available seven days a week to assist you in making the most of your visit. The center also displays information for local tourism businesses and distributes destination collateral to various locations around the city.
Established in July 2011, the Ipswich Tourism Operators Network (ITON) brings together local businesses invested in the development of Ipswich as a leisure, corporate, and event destination. ITON represents all sectors of the local tourism industry, including accommodation venues, attractions, tour operators, restaurants and cafes, entertainment venues, and transport providers. This network provides a platform for collaboration, information sharing, and networking between tourism businesses and the council's Destination Development team.
In collaboration with ITON, the City of Ipswich has developed a Destination Management Plan for 2019-2023. This plan outlines the priorities and actions of the council's Destination Development team, including infrastructure investment, destination marketing, visitor servicing, and industry capability and capacity development initiatives. The goal is to increase visitor demand, visitation, and expenditure in the region, ultimately supporting employment growth.
We invite you to experience the beauty, history, and adventure that Ipswich and Harding's Paddock Campground have to offer. Whether you're seeking relaxation or excitement, you'll find it here. Book your stay with us today and discover why Ipswich has never felt so young. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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Location & Phone number
Carmichaels Road, Purga, Queensland 4306, Australia
Reviews
"The climb to the top is quite steep. It starts at the carpark n ends when you get to the Rocky Knoll then it is easy going as you are walking along the top of the mountain. Coming back down it's about the same steepness but there is 2 signs ... 1 says CAUTION other 1 EXTREME CAUTION. BUT THE VIEWS ARE AWESOME WHEN YOU GET TO GOOLMAN LOOKOUT. From the beginning to the end of the walk just all the birdlife. You don't see many but hear all the different bird calls."
"A great place for a hike, walk or bird watching (heaps of birds early morning). Plenty of different tracks to explore. Love the new community hall. The picnic tables were very dirty, doesn't look like they had been cleaned for months. Suggest bringing a tablecloth or blanket if you plan on using them. There is an unsealed ~2km road to access the car park/campground, but this is flat and any 2WD should be able to handle it with ease."
"A wonderful bit of seclusion, Hardings Paddock is a nice getaway from the city rat race. Great if you're into bird watching, or simply wanting to a quiet place to finish that book you have beside your bed. It has numerous tables and BBQ's for use, plus toilets. This is also the launching point for a number of walking tracks, horse and mountain bike tracks. Bring the family for that out of the way picnic, as there is plenty of green pasture alongside a small lake, to park yourself or toss around a frisbee, softball or your favourite pig skin footy."
"Good, new, clean toilets facilities, barbecues and covered picnic areas. Great for kids, lots of green, grassy rolling hills. The ponds had lots of ducks and there were lots of friendly birds. Very quiet and relaxing area. We enjoyed our time there."
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