Pelican Rest Tourist Park: Soak and Relax in St George’s Outback Oasis
Beyond the blissful spa, Pelican Rest is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant town of St George and the beautiful Balonne Shire. Located conveniently on the Carnarvon Highway, it offers easy access to the town’s key attractions. You can try your luck fishing for Murray Cod in the Balonne River, delve into local history at the Heritage Centre, or marvel at the incredible artistry of “The Unique Egg,” a collection of intricately carved emu eggs. The park’s facilities are top-notch, featuring a modern camp kitchen, a recreation room, and spotless amenities. With a range of accommodation from camping sites to deluxe cabins, it caters to all travellers. For those exploring the great outback routes of Queensland, Pelican Rest Tourist Park is an unmissable stop that promises comfort, relaxation, and a touch of well-deserved luxury.
12022 Carnarvon Hwy, St George QLD 4487
- Website: pelicanrest.com.au
- Phone: (07) 4625 3398
- GPS Coordinates: -28.02729, 148.60017
Location Map
Site Details and Facilities
- Location: On the Carnarvon Highway, just north of the St George town centre.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and the largest of big rigs on spacious drive-through sites.
- Road Access: Sealed highway access and sealed internal roads.
- Site Surface: Well-grassed sites, with options for slabs.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, powered and unpowered sites.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Caters to tourists and longer stays.
- Facilities: Artesian thermal spa, modern camp kitchen, BBQs, recreation room, immaculate amenities, laundry, dump point.
- Picnic Tables: Yes, in communal areas.
- Potable Water: Yes.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent.
- TV Reception: Excellent.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes.
- Open Fires: Generally not permitted; check with park management.
- Generator Use: Not generally required or permitted due to excellent facilities; check with management.
Activities & Essentials
- Essentials to Bring: Your swimmers for the thermal spa, fishing gear, and a camera for the local sights.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. Check conditions and cabin policies when booking.
- Fishing: Excellent Murray Cod and Yellowbelly fishing in the nearby Balonne River.
- Short Walks: Enjoy walks along the Balonne River pathway in town.
Local Amenities
Pubs & Restaurants
- Australian Hotel Motel St George: Approx. 2 km
- Cobb & Co Hotel Motel St George: Approx. 2.5 km
- The Rivergarden Hotel Motel: Approx. 2.5 km
Local Attractions
- The Unique Egg: Approx. 2.5 km
- St George Heritage Centre: Approx. 2.5 km
- Balonne River (Andrew Nixon Bridge): Approx. 3 km
- Riversands Wines: Approx. 3 km
Camping & Travel Resources
- Nearest Caravan Parks: Kapunda Fishing Park.
- Next Free Camps: Beardmore Dam Rest Area (approx. 20 km north).
- Nearest Dump Points: Onsite for guests. A public dump point is available at the St George Showgrounds.
- Nearest Petrol Station: Several options in St George (approx. 2 km).
- Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
- Public Toilets: Onsite for guests.
Seasonal Weather Forecast: St George (Balonne Shire)
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Very hot and can be humid, with a high chance of thunderstorms. Averages range from 22°C to 36°C.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Warm to hot, sunny days and milder evenings. A prime time for visiting. Temperatures average 14°C to 31°C.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Mild and sunny days with very cold nights and mornings. Frosts are frequent. Average temperatures from 5°C to 22°C.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Heats up quickly with typically dry and sunny weather. Temperatures range from 13°C to 33°C.