Gemtree Caravan Park
Gemtree Caravan & Fossicking Park is an award-winning outback destination located 140km northeast of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, Australia, accessible via the sealed Plenty Highway. The park offers powered and unpowered camping sites as well as cabin and motel accommodation. Key facilities include an award-winning camp oven kitchen, Billabong Bar, swimming pool, and amenities with accessibility features. The park is renowned for fossil gem fossicking tours where guests can search for zircons (18km away) and garnets (30km away) with all equipment supplied. The park operates year-round except for a brief closure over Christmas. (via official site)
- pool
- restaurant
- bar
- laundry
- showers
- disabled facilities
- fuel
Key facts
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- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
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🛒 Amenities & services
⛽ Fuel
- Gemtree Outback Wilderness Retreat
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Good to know
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Is WiFi available?
No WiFi is provided, but Optus 3G and Telstra 4G mobile networks are available on-site.
What are the pool hours?
The pool is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
What fossicking activities are available?
Guests can participate in fossil gem fossicking tours—zircons (18km away) and garnets (30km away)—with all equipment supplied and a high chance of finding keeper-quality stones.
When is the park open?
The park is open year-round except for a brief closure over Christmas.
Are there laundry facilities?
Yes, coin-operated laundry ($5 per load) is available in the amenities block.
How much does it cost to camp at Gemtree Caravan Park?
Gemtree Caravan Park charges a camping fee.
Can I pitch a tent at Gemtree Caravan Park?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Are there electrical hookups at Gemtree Caravan Park?
Yes, electrical hookups are available.
When is Gemtree Caravan Park open?
Listed opening times: Mo-Su 08:00-17:00.
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