Camp Mountain, Queensland facts for kids
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View of Brisbane city from Camp Mountain
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 Camp Mountain
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,447 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 89.32/km2 (231.3/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4520 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 16.2 km2 (6.3 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Moreton Bay | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Pine Rivers | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Dickson | ||||||||||||||
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Camp Mountain is a small rural area in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. It's known for its beautiful natural surroundings. In 2021, about 1,447 people lived here.
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Where is Camp Mountain?
Camp Mountain is located near Samford. It is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) north-west of the main city area of Brisbane.
Natural Features of Camp Mountain
A part of Camp Mountain is inside the D'Aguilar National Park. This park has a special lookout point and a recreation area. You can reach it from Mount Nebo Road.
The area gets its name from a mountain also called Camp Mountain. This mountain stands 414 meters (1,358 feet) above sea level.
A Look at Camp Mountain's Past
Camp Mountain has an interesting history, from gold mining to farming.
Early Days and Gold Mining
In the 1860s, people came here to mine for gold. The miners called their settlement a "mountain camp." This is how the mountain and the area got their name. For a while in the late 1800s, the mountain was known as Mount Daniel.
Farming and Other Industries
By 1908, growing bananas became very important in the Samford area. In 1926 and 1927, more bananas were sent from Samford railway station to Sydney and Melbourne than from any other station in Queensland! This successful business ended in the early 1930s. A plant disease called banana bunchy top virus destroyed the crops.
Other important jobs in the area included dairy farming and cutting timber. People also quarried granite at Camp Mountain. This granite was used to build the foundations of Brisbane City Hall.
Railways and Schools
The Camp Mountain railway station opened in 1918. A train line ran through the area to Dayboro until 1955.
Camp Mountain State School also opened around 1929. It was located on Upper Camp Mountain Road. The school closed around 1955.
The Camp Mountain Train Accident
On May 5, 1947, a very serious train accident happened near Camp Mountain. A crowded picnic train went off the tracks on a sharp curve. This event, known as the Camp Mountain rail accident, was a significant moment in the history of Queensland's railway network.
Who Lives in Camp Mountain?
The number of people living in Camp Mountain has grown over the years.
Population Changes
In 2011, Camp Mountain had 1,258 people. About 51% were female and 49% were male. The average age was 41 years old. Most people (81.7%) were born in Australia. Other countries of birth included England (6.4%) and New Zealand (1.8%).
In 2016, the population grew to 1,416 people. By 2021, Camp Mountain had 1,447 residents.
Historic Places to See
Camp Mountain has one special place listed for its history.
Selector's Hut
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The Selector's Hut is at 20 Upper Camp Mountain Road. It is a heritage-listed site. This means it is an important historical building.
Learning and Research in Camp Mountain
There are no schools directly in Camp Mountain today. However, there are places for learning nearby.
Nearby Schools
The closest primary schools are Samford State School in Samford Village, Patrick Road State School in Ferny Hills, and Ferny Grove State School in Ferny Grove. The nearest high school is Ferny Grove State High School in Ferny Grove.
Samford Ecological Research Facility
The Samford Ecological Research Facility is a large piece of land (51 hectares or 126 acres). It was given to the Queensland University of Technology. Students and researchers use it to study nature, how cities grow, and farming. You can find it at 148 Camp Mountain Road.
Parks and Fun in Camp Mountain
Camp Mountain has several parks where people can relax and play.
Local Parks
- Mcafee Park
- Mitchell Park
- Orr Park
- Peterson Park
Amazing Views from Camp Mountain
The Camp Mountain Lookout is a great spot to visit. It is located at the end of Camp Mountain Road, inside the D'Aguilar National Park. From here, you can see amazing views of Moreton Bay, the Brisbane city skyline, and the distant Glass House Mountains. This area was once part of the historic Enoggera goldfields.
Images for kids
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View of Brisbane city from Camp Mountain
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Rescuers inspect the wreckage of the Camp Mountain train disaster.
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Selector's Hut, 2007
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Camp Mountain — looking towards the Glass House Mountains
