BIG4 Big Rig Tourist Park: Stay at the Heart of Roma’s Oil & Gas Story
Living up to the high standards of the BIG4 brand, the park provides a modern, clean, and family-friendly environment. After a day of exploring, the sparkling swimming pool offers a perfect retreat from the outback sun, while the well-maintained camp kitchen and BBQ areas are a social hub for guests. The park boasts a wide array of accommodation options, from large, grassy powered sites and convenient drive-through sites for caravans, to a variety of comfortable, air-conditioned cabins catering to all needs. Its central location means you are also just a short walk from Roma’s town centre, with its classic pubs, quality restaurants, and unique shops. For a comfortable, convenient, and feature-packed stay in the capital of the Maranoa, the BIG4 Big Rig Tourist Park is an outstanding choice.
4 McDowall St, Roma QLD 4455
- Website: Big Rig Tourist Park
- Phone: (07) 4622 2538
- GPS Coordinates: -26.57303, 148.79815
Location Map
Site Details and Facilities
- Location: Prime central location, directly adjacent to The Big Rig museum complex.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, motorhomes, and large rigs.
- Road Access: Sealed roads throughout the park.
- Site Surface: Grass, slab, and drive-through sites.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, powered and unpowered sites are available.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Caters to tourists and short-term visitors.
- Facilities: Swimming pool, modern camp kitchen, BBQs, clean amenities blocks, 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: Prohibited.
- Generator Use: Prohibited.
Activities & Essentials
- Essentials to Bring: Swimmers, hat, and sunscreen. Book tickets for The Big Rig shows in advance during peak season.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. Check their pet policy and cabin availability when booking.
- Fishing: Popular in nearby Bungil Creek.
- Short Walks: The park is within easy walking distance of The Big Rig, the town centre, and Adungadoo Pathway.
Local Amenities
Pubs & Restaurants
- Royal on Ninety-Nine: Approx. 800 m
- The Commonwealth Hotel: Approx. 800 m
- Club Hotel Motel Roma: Approx. 1 km
Local Attractions
- The Big Rig: Adjacent to the park.
- Roma Saleyards (Tuesday/Thursday sales): Approx. 2.5 km
- Roma’s Biggest Bottle Tree: Approx. 1 km
- St Paul’s Anglican Church: Approx. 1.2 km
Camping & Travel Resources
- Nearest Caravan Parks: Roma Aussie Tourist Park, Roma Gun Club Camping.
- Next Free Camps: No major free camps in the immediate Roma area.
- Nearest Dump Points: Onsite for guests. A public dump point is at the Roma Showgrounds.
- Nearest Petrol Station: Numerous major service stations within 1 km.
- Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
- Public Toilets: Onsite for guests.
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Roma (Maranoa Region)
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Very hot and humid, with frequent thunderstorms. Averages range from 22°C to 35°C.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Warm, sunny days and comfortable nights. A prime travelling season. Temperatures average 15°C to 30°C.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Mild to cool, clear sunny days with very cold nights and mornings. Frosts are common. Average temperatures from 5°C to 22°C.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Warms up quickly with dry, sunny weather. Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C.