Eromanga Free Campground – Eromanga

The Eromanga Free Campground provides a valuable and welcoming rest stop for travellers venturing into the heart of Queensland’s Channel Country. Located conveniently within the town, this campground is a gesture of hospitality from a community proud of its unique heritage as Australia’s furthest town from the sea and a significant palaeontology hub. The campground itself is a basic, no-frills affair, offering a level, open area of gravel and dirt perfect for self-contained caravans, motorhomes, and campervans. While facilities are minimal, the town provides access to public toilets and potable water, ensuring essential needs are met. This spot is less about resort-style amenities and more about providing a safe, convenient base from which to explore the region. Its prime attraction is the proximity to the world-renowned Eromanga Natural History Museum, home to ‘Cooper’, one of the world’s largest dinosaurs. Campers can easily spend a day at the museum before retiring to their van, just a short distance away. The campground’s location also means the local pub and general store are within easy walking distance. It’s an ideal overnight or 48-hour stop for those on the long journey through the outback, offering a chance to rest, resupply, and discover the incredible prehistoric history of the area.

Site Information

• Location: In the town of Eromanga, adjacent to the town park and oval.
• Site Suitable For: Self-contained vehicles such as caravans, motorhomes, and campervans.
• Road Access: Sealed road.
• Site Surface: Red dirt and gravel.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, free camping with a donation box to support the community.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: 72 hours recommended.
• Facilities: No facilities on the immediate site. Public toilets are a short walk away.
• Potable Water: Yes, available nearby in town.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for Telstra, patchy for other carriers.
• TV Reception: Satellite dish required for reliable reception.
• Onsite Public Toilets: No, but public toilets are located nearby.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes, available in town.
• Open Fires: Prohibited.
• Generator Use: Permitted, but be considerate of neighbours.
• Number of Sites Available: Unmarked, large open area.
• Essentials to Bring: All camping equipment, food, water supplies, insect repellent.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
• Fishing: No.
• Short Walks: Around the town to see local points of interest.

Local Amenities

• Local Pubs:
  • Eromanga Royal Hotel (approx. 500m)
• Places to Eat:
  • Eromanga Royal Hotel (approx. 500m)
• Local Attractions:
  • Eromanga Natural History Museum (approx. 2 km)
  • Town sculptures and historical markers.
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Eromanga Caravan Park (provides powered sites and full facilities, approx. 1 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Rest areas along the Cooper Developmental Road, often basic and without facilities.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A public dump point is available in town.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Eromanga has a fuel station (check for opening hours).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • A public tap is available in town for filling containers.
• Public Toilets:
  • Located in the town park, a short walk from the campground.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

Eromanga has a hot, semi-arid climate with very hot summers and mild, dry winters.