Tiaro Memorial Park – Tiaro QLD Free Camp

Tiaro Memorial Park is an outstanding free camp that serves as a perfect example of a small town welcoming the travelling community with open arms. Located right in the heart of the charming Fraser Coast hinterland town of Tiaro, this designated 20-hour rest area is situated on the banks of the beautiful Mary River. Its prime location combines the convenience of town facilities with a peaceful, park-like setting. The camping area is a spacious, grassy, and level field, providing ample room for a good number of self-contained vehicles, from large motorhomes to smaller campervans. It’s an incredibly popular stop for those travelling the Bruce Highway, offering a safe and comfortable place to rest and break up the journey between Brisbane and Rockhampton.

What truly sets Tiaro Memorial Park apart is the exceptional quality and range of its facilities, which are rare for a free camp. The site boasts a clean and well-maintained amenities block with flushing toilets and, most notably, free hot showers. Alongside this, there is a dedicated dump point and access to potable water, allowing travellers to completely refresh and restock before hitting the road again. The park itself is beautifully kept, with sheltered picnic tables and rubbish bins. Being in the centre of town means everything is within a very short walking distance. You can easily stroll to the local pubs for a meal, visit the craft and antique shops, or grab supplies from the general store. The Mary River provides a lovely backdrop and is home to the rare Mary River Turtle. For its unbeatable location and excellent amenities, Tiaro Memorial Park is one of the best and most popular short-stay free camps in Queensland.

Campsite Information

• Location: In the centre of Tiaro, on the Mary River, just off the Bruce Highway.
• Site Suitable For: Self-contained vehicles of all sizes.
• Road Access: Sealed road access directly into the park.
• Site Surface: Level grass and dirt. Can be soft after heavy rain.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, free camping is permitted for self-contained vehicles.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: 20 hours. Strictly enforced to ensure turnover.
• Facilities: Flushing toilets, free hot showers, dump point, potable water, picnic tables.
• Potable Water: Yes, a tap is available.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent coverage for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Excellent digital TV reception.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Prohibited.
• Generator Use: Permitted, but with strict consideration for neighbours (daylight hours only).
• Number of Sites Available: Space for approximately 20-30 vehicles.
• Essentials to Bring: Your self-contained vehicle.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome on a leash.
• Fishing: Possible in the Mary River.
• Short Walks: Excellent walking around the town, along the river, and to all local shops.

Local Amenities (in Tiaro)

• Local Pubs: Royal Hotel Tiaro (~200m), Tiaro Hotel (~300m), Hideaway Station Hotel (~6 km).
• Places to Eat: Both local pubs, Tiaro Foodworks & Cafe, Bush ‘n’ Bay Cafe (all within 500m).
• Local Attractions: The historic Tiaro streetscape, local craft and antique shops, the Mary River.
• Nearest Caravan Parks: Tiaro Tourist Stopover (~1 km), Petrie Park Campground Tiaro (~2 km).
• Next Free Camps: Rossendale Park Bauple (~16 km), Gootchie Creek Escape (~9 km).
• Nearest Dump Points: On-site.
• Nearest Petrol Station: Available in Tiaro (~500m).
• Drinking Water Resupply: On-site.
• Public Toilets: On-site.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Tiaro, QLD

• Summer (December – February): Hot and humid with a high chance of rainfall and thunderstorms. Average maximums are around 31°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Warm and pleasant with lower humidity, making it an ideal time to visit.
• Winter (June – August): Mild, sunny days and cool nights. A very popular time for travellers. Average maximums are around 22°C.
• Spring (September – November): Days are warming up, typically dry and sunny with comfortable humidity.