Allora Showgrounds Camping – Discover the Darling Downs’ Heritage Heart

Step into a town rich with history and country charm with a stay at the Allora Showgrounds. Located in what is affectionately known as the “Best Little Town on the Downs,” this excellent, low-cost campground is a favourite for travellers exploring the Southern Queensland countryside. The showgrounds provide a vast, shady, and welcoming base for caravans, motorhomes, and campers, perfectly positioned between the major regional hubs of Warwick and Toowoomba. It’s an ideal spot to immerse yourself in the region’s deep agricultural roots and discover its unique claim to fame as the childhood home of P.L. Travers, the author of Mary Poppins.

The facilities at the Allora Showgrounds are a credit to the local community, offering outstanding value for a very reasonable fee. Visitors have access to a large number of powered and unpowered sites, a well-maintained amenities block with toilets and hot showers, laundry facilities, and a dump point. The friendly on-site caretakers ensure the grounds are secure and tidy, adding to the pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. The showgrounds are conveniently located within the town, making it an easy stroll to the historic pubs, quaint cafes, and local shops. The town itself is a living museum, with beautifully preserved buildings and the heritage-listed P.L. Travers House. For a comfortable, affordable, and historically rich base to explore the beautiful Darling Downs, the Allora Showgrounds is a practically perfect choice in every way.

Site Information

• Name: Allora Showgrounds
• Address: 1A Darling St, Allora QLD 4362, Australia
• Phone Number: +61 427 100 210

• GPS Coordinates: -28.039368, 151.989483

• Website: www.allora.show

Campground Details

• Location: At the Allora Showgrounds, on the edge of the historic township.
• Site Suitable For: All vehicle types, from tents to the largest motorhomes and fifth-wheelers.
• Road Access: Sealed road access.
• Site Surface: Mostly flat grass.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, low-cost camping with fees payable to the on-site caretaker.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management for stays longer than one week.
• Facilities: Powered and unpowered sites, toilets, hot showers, dump point, laundry facilities.
• Potable Water: Yes, available on site.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Excellent.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Strictly prohibited.
• Generator Use: Permitted with consideration for others, but powered sites are plentiful.
• Number of Sites Available: Huge, unmarked area with capacity for hundreds of vans.
• Essentials to Bring: Cash for fees, good walking shoes for exploring the town.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are very welcome but must be on a leash at all times.
• Fishing: Fishing opportunities in the nearby Condamine River.
• Short Walks: Plenty of space for walks around the showgrounds and through the beautiful, historic town.

Local Amenities & Attractions

• Local Pubs:
  • The Blue Cow Hotel, Allora: Approx. 1 km
  • Railway Hotel, Allora: Approx. 1 km
  • Sandy Creek Pub: Approx. 15 km
• Places to Eat:
  • Allora Bakery: Approx. 1 km
  • Amy’s Cafe & Takeaway: Approx. 1 km
  • Bistro meals available at both local hotels.
• Local Attractions:
  • P.L. Travers (Mary Poppins author) House: Approx. 1 km
  • St David’s Anglican Church and the town’s heritage streetscape.
  • Glengallan Homestead & Heritage Centre: Approx. 15 km
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Allora Caravan Park: Approx. 1 km
  • Warwick Tourist Park, Warwick: Approx. 25 km
• Next Free Camps:
  • Limited options nearby. Some rest areas allow short stays.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Located on-site at the showgrounds.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple stations located in Allora.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available on-site.
• Public Toilets (offsite):
  • Located in the main street park (PJ Gillam Park) in Allora.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

• Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot and can be humid, with a higher chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures average 18°C to 30°C.
• Autumn (Mar-May): Generally the best time to visit, with warm, sunny days and crisp, cool nights. Temperatures average 11°C to 26°C.
• Winter (Jun-Aug): Dry and sunny days with very cold nights and frequent heavy frosts. It can be very chilly. Average temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C.
• Spring (Sep-Nov): Mild and pleasant, with the famous gardens of the region in full bloom. Weather can be changeable. Temperatures average 10°C to 26°C.