Clem Walton

Good nigh John-Boy (if your old like me you would remember the Walton's)

Halfway between Mount Isa and Cloncurry is a little free camping gem called Clem Walton Reserve/Corella Dam. Corella Dam was constructed in 1959 to provide water for the newly constructed mining town of Mary Kathleen. Mary Kathleen was a uranium mine that closed in 1982 and nothing remains but some cement slabs where the buildings were situated.

The camping areas are split between two sites one at the Clem Walton Reserve on the creek and around the dam perimeter.  We stayed a night at both sites and both are really great.

Our home at Clem Walton Reserve

At Clem Walton there are lovely grassed areas, tables, FLUSH toilets, and rubbish bins. All this beside a lovely little creek with bountiful bird life and a backing of red hills on the other side. The local council deserves a pat on the back for keeping this place near picture perfect.

On the dam near our campsite

At the dam you have waterside camp spots, bins and the opportunity to catch those tasty red-claw right next to your van. Great spot – next time we will stay for a week and put the tiny tinnie in to chase those red-claw.

Fountain Springs - wow!

Whilst at the dam we went on a wood hunting expedition and took the opportunity to drive out to Fountain Springs. 

One more rock for Linda's collection!

It’s a 23 km drive on bumpy gravel road but nice country and the Springs is worth a visit. We also bagged out on wood and had a great fire that night (love that new chain saw).

NO not Clem Walton - old photo from Camooweal Billabong - last camp

We will be back.