Injune Rodeo Grounds – Outback Camping
For travellers seeking wide-open spaces and an authentic, no-fuss outback stopover, the Injune Rodeo Grounds provide an excellent camping option. Situated in the essential service town of Injune, the gateway to Carnarvon Gorge, this campground is all about simplicity and space. It’s a particularly fantastic choice for those with large rigs, fifth wheelers, or anyone who appreciates having ample room to manoeuvre and set up camp without feeling crowded. The grounds offer a vast, open, and generally flat area, reflecting their primary use for community events and rodeos. This makes it an incredibly straightforward and stress-free place to pull in for the night, or for a few days while preparing for a trip into the nearby national park.
Operating on a donation or small fee basis, the Injune Rodeo Grounds deliver exceptional value. While the facilities are basic, they typically cover the essentials needed by self-sufficient travellers, including access to toilets. The pet-friendly nature of the grounds is a major bonus for those travelling with four-legged companions. The key advantage of staying here is the strategic location. You are only a couple of minutes from the centre of Injune, which is the last stop for fuel, groceries, and reliable information before you head into the more remote Carnarvon Ranges. This allows for easy resupply and planning. The quiet, rural setting ensures peaceful nights under the brilliant outback stars, with the sounds of the bush replacing traffic noise. For a practical, budget-friendly, and spacious camping experience that puts you in a prime position for exploring one of Queensland’s most spectacular natural wonders, the Injune Rodeo Grounds are a solid and reliable choice.
Injune QLD 4454
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Site Information
- Site Suitable For: Fully self-contained RVs, Big Rigs, Caravans, Motorhomes.
- Road Access: Sealed road to entrance, dirt/grass internal area.
- Site Surface: Grass and dirt.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, low fees or donation apply.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Approximately 72 hours, check for local signage.
- Facilities: Basic facilities, toilets often available.
- Potable Water: It is recommended to bring your own drinking water.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for Telstra in town, may be weaker at the grounds.
- TV Reception: Good.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, generally available.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes.
- Open Fires: Generally not permitted. Check for local signage and fire bans.
- Generator Use: Permitted during respectful hours.
- Number of Sites Available: 100+ unmarked sites.
- Essentials to Bring: Cash for fees/donation, drinking water, levelling blocks.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome on a leash.
- Fishing: Limited local fishing opportunities.
- Short Walks: Yes, around the spacious grounds and into town.
Local Amenities
Pubs
- Injune Hotel: 2.5 km
- Wallumbilla Hotel: 91 km
- Commercial Hotel, Roma: 93 km
Places to Eat
- Injune Hotel: 2.5 km
- Cafe on Second: 2.3 km
- Injune Roadhouse: 2.8 km
Local Attractions
- Injune Visitor Information Centre: 2.3 km
- Carnarvon Gorge National Park (Visitor Area): 111 km
- Henricks Park & C.J. Carter Suspension Bridge: 2.6 km
Nearest Caravan Parks
- Injune Caravan Park: 3 km
- Possum Park Camping: 1 km
- Takarakka Bush Resort (Carnarvon Gorge): 111 km
Next Free Camps
- Beilba Creek Rest Area: 56 km
- Wysby Rest Area: 61 km
- Dooloogarah Rest Area: 86 km (4WD recommended)
Services
- Nearest Dump Point: Opposite Council depot in Injune – 2.4 km
- Nearest Petrol Station: Injune – 2.8 km
- Drinking Water Resupply: At dump point location in Injune – 2.4 km
- Public Toilets: On site and in Injune town centre.
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Injune / Maranoa Region
Injune has a semi-arid climate with very hot summers and cool, dry winters, typical of the Queensland outback.
- Summer (Dec – Feb): Very hot, with average temperatures from 20°C to 35°C. Days frequently exceed 40°C. This is the main season for rainfall, often from storms.
- Autumn (Mar – May): Warm and pleasant with clear skies. Temperatures cool to a comfortable 13°C to 29°C.
- Winter (Jun – Aug): Dry, sunny days with cold nights. Average temperatures range from 4°C to 22°C. Heavy frosts are very common overnight, with temperatures often dropping below freezing.
- Spring (Sep – Nov): A dry heat as temperatures build rapidly. Averages range from 12°C to 32°C.