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Campground · Queensland, Australia

Monks Tank camping area

Idalia National Park

Monks Tank camping area has open bush sites in mulga woodland, about 30 km from the park entrance, in Idalia National Park. It takes tents, caravans and camper trailers. There is a non-flush pit toilet, and campfires are allowed with conditions. A 4WD is recommended on the narrow unsealed road, though 2WD is possible in dry conditions. No mobile phone coverage.

Monks Tank camping area is a campground in Idalia National Park, Queensland, Australia. You book it ahead through Queensland National Parks Booking Service.

Monks Tank camping area in Idalia National Park

How booking Monks Tank camping area works

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service takes the bookings for this campground. Booking system: Queensland National Parks Booking Service.

Checked against the agency page on 31 October 2026.

At a glance

Type
Campground
Site types
Tent sites, Caravan sites, camper trailers
Facilities
Non-flush pit toilet
Rules and limits
  • Camp fires allowed, conditions apply
  • No mobile phone coverage
Getting there
  • 4WD recommended; narrow unsealed road, 2WD possible in dry conditions
Location
-24.79357, 144.70504

In an emergency, call 000. From a mobile phone, 112 also reaches Triple Zero.

This page has no PermitSnag alert for Monks Tank camping area yet. Book it with QPWS.

Monks Tank camping area: questions

Do I need to book Monks Tank camping area ahead?

Yes. Monks Tank camping area is booked online through Queensland National Parks Booking Service, run by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.

What is the emergency number at Idalia National Park?

In Australia, call 000 for police, fire or ambulance, and for search and rescue.