Wide Bay Getaway Bush Camp

Escape the everyday at Wide Bay Getaway Bush Camp — a 161-acre solar-powered retreat just minutes from Maryborough's heritage heart.

Tucked into the bushland of Bidwill, Wide Bay Getaway offers a bush camping and glamping experience that balances peaceful seclusion with easy access to the Fraser Coast's best attractions. Only seven minutes from Maryborough's CBD and 15 minutes from the Great Sandy Strait (Biosphere), it's an ideal base for exploring Queensland's heritage city, K'gari (formerly Fraser Island), and Hervey Bay — Australia's Whale Watch Capital — without sacrificing the serenity of wide open spaces.

The property runs 100% off-grid on solar power, offering over 40 powered sites for caravanners, RVs, and fully contained campers, plus tiny home accommodation for those who prefer a little more comfort under the stars. With 161 acres to roam, guests can swim or kayak along Jumbo Creek, cast a line in one of the two on-property dams (catch-and-release), pedal through bush tracks on hire bikes, or simply settle in around the communal fire pit at 'Stargazers Place' as the night sky unfolds above.

Families will love the fully fenced dog park — known affectionately as Lilly's Rest — while the undercover bar area, woodfire pizza oven, and Macca's Pavilion make it easy to gather with friends. Keep your eyes open for kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, kookaburras, and reptiles going about their day across the property.

Modern amenities include hot showers and toilets, and live music performances are hosted at allocated dates throughout the year, adding a social spark to the bush camp atmosphere. Whether you're rolling in for a long weekend during the Maryborough Fraser Coast Show, or planning a longer stay to day-trip across the region, Wide Bay Getaway delivers genuine country hospitality in a naturally beautiful setting.