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Gemtree Roadhouse and Caravan Park Overview

Escape the hustle and bustle! Gemtree Roadhouse and Caravan Park is located in the Northern Territory of Australia, approximately 140 kilometres north-east of Alice Springs. The park offers a range of accommodation options, including a roadhouse for supplies, a café, and amenities for travellers exploring the Red Centre. Renowned for its rich gemstone history, this park is situated in the heart of the Gemfields. Guests can try their hand at fossicking for gems such as garnets and zircons! Gemtree is a popular stopover for those interested in gemstones, outback experiences, seeking a memorable and unique adventure!

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Park Facilities & Activities

Billabong Bar

Camp Oven Tucker Nights

Swimming Pool

Fossicking Tours

Gem Room

Nature Trail

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Outback Way Outdoor Gallery

History Museum

Larapinta Trail

Larapinta Trail

Alcoota Fossil Beds

Alcoota Fossil Beds

Anna’s Reservoir Conservation Reserve

Anna’s Reservoir Conservation Reserve

Ryan Well Historical Reserve

Ryan Well Historical Reserve

Central Mount Stuart Historical Reserve

Central Mount Stuart Historical Reserve

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10/10
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Gemtree is a fantastic bush caravan park, if you want to spend a few days exploring the gem fields this park is a must.
Kingy
29 Aug, 2024
10/10
Great outback park quiet with...
Great outback park quiet with everything you need had a relaxing 4 day stay that tuned into 8 days we didn't want to leave
Michael Spillman
15 Aug, 2024
10/10
I'm highly impressed by the FO staff....
I'm highly impressed by the FO staff. Very nice, helpful and friendly! 🤩 The kitchen does an amazing job and the overall display of the gem showroom is on...
Alexander Staudigel
07 Aug, 2024
10/10
Staff have all been fantastic. Quiet...
Staff have all been fantastic. Quiet caravan park, amazing astro photography location. We also loved the guided fossicking tour.
Luke Shaw
06 Aug, 2024
10/10
I'm giving it 5 stars. It's not the...
I'm giving it 5 stars. It's not the average 5 star place. It's the people who make it. They are great Aussies doing great things. Loved it here.
neena s
31 Jul, 2024
8/10
There is plenty of room and facilities...
There is plenty of room and facilities are basic but clean. The shop makes great chips. The staff are very friendly and the gem display is fabulous. You can...
David King
29 Jul, 2024
10/10
Whilst Gem Trees is a true outback...
Whilst Gem Trees is a true outback gem, it does have basic facilities but the location has to be noted. I enjoyed 4 nights here, had a great burger delivered...
Paul Tooze (No Journey Too Small)
23 Jul, 2024
10/10
A safe, family-friendly, large caravan...
A safe, family-friendly, large caravan park offering a fun and unique opportunity to fossick for gemstones (highly engaging activity for kids too)....
Tara M
22 Jul, 2024
10/10
Alex the manager was very welcoming,...
Alex the manager was very welcoming, I'm sure he'd give you the shirt of his back if you asked. Very accommodating and knowledgeable about the area.
Tim Rogers (MrStiggles)
05 Jul, 2024
10/10
Great for a stopover...
Great for a stopover
Amanda Massie
24 Jun, 2024
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