Millmerran Rest Area – Millmerran

The Millmerran Rest Area, officially known as Commodore Allan Jay Park, is a fantastic low-cost campground that embodies the warm hospitality of the Darling Downs region. Located adjacent to the Millmerran Showgrounds, this council-supported facility offers a spacious and well-equipped base for travellers exploring this rich agricultural heartland. The park provides a huge, level, grassy area with ample room for all types of rigs, from the largest motorhomes and caravans to smaller setups, with a generous stay limit of 72 hours. For a very small fee or donation, visitors gain access to an impressive suite of amenities, including a clean toilet block with hot showers, a dump point, and potable water, making it exceptional value. The park’s location is a perfect balance of convenience and country peace; it’s a very short drive or a pleasant walk into the centre of Millmerran, allowing for easy access to the town’s historic pubs, supermarket, bakery, and shops. It serves as an excellent base for visiting local attractions like the Millmerran Museum or taking a day trip to the Cecil Plains Weir. With its combination of fantastic facilities, huge open spaces, and welcoming community spirit, the Millmerran Rest Area is a highly recommended stop for any traveller on the Gore Highway.

Site Information

• Location: At the Millmerran Showgrounds, on the Gore Highway.
• Site Suitable For: All vehicle types, including big rigs and tents.
• Road Access: Sealed highway to the entrance.
• Site Surface: Large, level grassed areas.
• Camping Permitted: Yes.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: 72 hours (3 nights).
• Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, dump point, rubbish bins.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available.
• Potable Water: Yes, potable water is available.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Good.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Prohibited.
• Generator Use: Permitted, with considerate use for other campers.
• Number of Sites Available: Very large area without defined sites.
• Essentials to Bring: A donation or small fee to support the facility.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are permitted on a leash.
• Fishing: The nearby Condamine River and local weirs offer fishing opportunities.
• Short Walks: Easy walk into the Millmerran town centre.

Local Amenities

All of Millmerran’s amenities are within a short drive or walk from the park.

• Local Pubs:
  • The Millmerran Tavern (approx. 2 km)
  • The Royal Hotel on 98 (approx. 2.5 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • Both local pubs, plus cafes and a bakery in the main street.
• Local Attractions:
  • Millmerran Museum
  • Australian Camp Oven Festival (biennial)
  • Cecil Plains Weir
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Millmerran Village Caravan Park (approx. 3 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Pampas Rest Area (24hr, approx. 30 km north)
  • Captain’s Mountain Rest Area (24hr, approx. 40 km south)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A dump point is available onsite.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple service stations are available in Millmerran.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Darling Downs region has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, featuring hot summers and cold winters.