Molong Showground & Golf Course, Molong NSW
Offering a quintessential country NSW experience, the Molong Showground provides travellers with a friendly, spacious, and incredibly affordable place to camp. This classic showground is a favourite amongst seasoned caravanners, beloved for its vast, open, grassy spaces that can easily accommodate the largest of rigs without anyone feeling crowded. It’s a wonderfully relaxed and unpretentious setting, perfect for a peaceful stopover or a multi-day stay to explore the charming Central West region. The grounds are co-located with the Molong Golf Club, adding a fantastic recreational bonus for keen golfers who can enjoy a relaxed country course right on their doorstep.
The campground is praised for its clean and well-maintained, no-fuss facilities. For a very reasonable fee, visitors have access to powered sites, clean toilets, and the essential comfort of hot showers. It’s a very pet-friendly environment, with the huge open spaces of the showground providing a perfect place for dogs to stretch their legs after being on the road. The atmosphere is typical of a country showground: quiet, safe, and friendly, with a caretaker on-site to assist and ensure everything runs smoothly. It’s a place where you can relax under a shady tree, watch the local birdlife, and enjoy a spectacular country sunset.
The location is ideal, situated on the edge of the historic town of Molong, which is known for its beautifully preserved 19th-century buildings. It’s an easy walk or a very short drive into the main street to explore the local shops, cafes, and friendly pubs. Molong’s central position also makes the showground an excellent base for day trips to the renowned food and wine hub of Orange, the Elvis-loving town of Parkes, and the historic gold rush village of Ophir. For an authentic, value-for-money, and perfectly located country stay, the Molong Showground is a fantastic choice.
Site Information
- Location: At the town showgrounds on the eastern edge of Molong.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, Camper Trailers, Caravans, Motorhomes, Big Rigs.
- Road Access: Sealed roads.
- Site Surface: Large, level grass areas.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, low-cost camping with powered and unpowered options available.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with the caretaker, but multi-day stays are common.
- Number of Powered Sites: Yes, a good number of powered sites are available.
- Number of Un-powered Sites: Yes, an extensive unpowered area.
Facilities
- Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, dump point.
- Picnic Tables: Yes, some are available.
- Potable Water: Yes.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent for Telstra.
- TV Reception: Good.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
- Ullage: Yes, a dump point is available on site.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes.
- Open Fires: Generally not permitted. Please confirm with the caretaker.
- Generator Use: Permitted, with considerate use regarding timing and neighbours.
Essentials & Activities
- Essentials to Bring: Golf clubs, cash for fees, walking shoes.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, this is a very pet-friendly location.
- Fishing: Limited opportunities in the Molong Creek.
- Short Walks: A pleasant walk around the showgrounds and golf course, or into the historic town centre.
Local Amenities
- Local Pubs:
- The Freemasons Hotel, Molong (approx. 2 km)
- The Telegraph Hotel, Molong (approx. 2 km)
- Places to Eat: Pubs, cafes, a bakery, and a supermarket are all available in Molong.
- Local Attractions:
- Molong’s historic village centre and colonial buildings
- Yuranigh’s Aboriginal Grave Historic Site
- The food and wine region of Orange (approx. 35 km)
- Parkes Radio Telescope “The Dish” (approx. 70 km)
- Nearest Caravan Parks:
- Molong Caravan Park (in town)
- Next Free Camps: Borenore Caves Reserve (low-cost), various rest areas on the Mitchell Highway.
- Nearest Dump Points: Onsite.
- Nearest Petrol Station: Several options available in Molong.
- Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
- Public Toilets: Available onsite.
Seasonal Weather Forecast
- Summer (Dec – Feb): Warm to hot, with daytime temperatures often in the low 30s. Afternoon thunderstorms are common.
- Autumn (Mar – May): A spectacular season in the Central West with beautiful autumn colours, particularly in nearby Orange. Days are mild and sunny, nights are cool. Temperatures average 7°C to 22°C.
- Winter (Jun – Aug): Cold. Days are often crisp and sunny, but nights are very cold with heavy frosts. Temperatures range from 0°C to 13°C.
- Spring (Sep – Nov): A beautiful time to visit as the countryside is green and vibrant. Days are pleasant and nights are cool. Temperatures average 6°C to 22°C.