Check-in & departure
Published standard times are check-in from 11 am and checkout by 10 am. Arrange alternatives with management. Reception hours can change; check your arrival messages and call ahead for a late arrival.
RETREAT RULES
Retreat rules.
Camp together.
The practical conditions for sharing the grounds, the creek and a peaceful stay. Read these alongside your booking confirmation.
Based on the published retreat rules, checked 21 September 2026, with the designated dog areas described in the campground’s newer updates. Follow your booking confirmation and current instructions from reception where arrangements differ.
10 km/hWithin the grounds
Pedestrians have priority
Pedestrians have priority
10 pmQuiet time begins
Keep daytime noise considerate too
Keep daytime noise considerate too
1 vehiclePer campsite
Arrange extra parking with reception
Arrange extra parking with reception
01 / SETTLING IN
Arrive ready.
Settle in easily.
Site size & groups
The published standard is four people per site. Larger families and groups should confirm their arrangement before booking. In unallocated camping, choose only within the area shown by reception and respect other campers’ space.
Visitors & younger campers
Day visitors must check in at reception, pay the published A$5 per-person fee and be accompanied by a staying guest. Confirm their departure time with reception. Campers under 18 must have an adult with them throughout the stay.
Length of stay
The published limit is 14 days within a six-week period. Long-term stays are not offered.
03 / OUTSIDE, TOGETHER
Enjoy the creek.
Care for the place.
Water & boundaries
Supervise children and check water conditions. Keep out of adjoining private property and the private land across the creek. Do not jump, swing or enter the water from prohibited neighbouring areas; submerged hazards may be present.
Dogs at camp
The published limit is two dogs per booking site. Keep dogs with their owner, clean up after them and use a lead outside designated off-leash areas. Ask reception for the fenced exercise and dog swimming boundaries. Bell tents are pet-free.
Fires & natural surroundings
Use an approved container at least 30 cm above the ground that catches the coals. Hire pits are available. Check fire restrictions before lighting a fire. Be aware of falling branches when choosing and using a campsite.
04 / YOUR SETUP
A few practical
essentials.
Parking & security
One vehicle is permitted per site; additional vehicles use guest parking as directed. Ask before unloading an extra vehicle or bringing a boat for storage. Secure belongings and lock vehicles.
Power & grey water
Powered-site leads must be rated at 15 amps. Double adapters are prohibited. Collect grey water and empty it at the designated dump point.
Generators
Published battery-recharging hours are 8–10 am and 4–6 pm. Confirm any current restrictions with reception.
Changing or shortening your stay?
Check the cancellation, credit, peak-period and early-departure conditions before making plans.
Read the cancellation summary →YOUR NEXT GOOD MEMORY STARTS HERE
Meet you by the creek.
Check availability & book ↗Booking opens the official Imbil Camping Retreat reservation system.