Warialda Free Camp – Showground Camping NSW

The Warialda Free Camp, located at the town’s spacious showground, is a shining example of country town hospitality and a top-tier destination for budget-conscious travellers. This fantastic facility offers a comfortable, convenient, and safe place to stay, with amenities that far exceed what is typically expected of a free camp. The campground is a massive, level, grassy area that can easily accommodate a huge number of vehicles, from the smallest campervans to the largest motorhomes and big rigs. It provides a peaceful setting while being just a short walk or drive from the centre of the historic and friendly town of Warialda.

What makes this campground so exceptional is the quality of its facilities, which are maintained by the local community with funds from an honesty box system. For a small donation, campers can access clean toilets and hot showers. For a very reasonable nightly fee, there is also the option to connect to power, making it an incredibly versatile and affordable stopover. The entire area is pet-friendly, with vast amounts of space for dogs to exercise. It serves as the perfect base for exploring the region’s attractions. The unique and spectacular Cranky Rock Nature Reserve is just a short drive away, and the town of Warialda itself is rich with history and charming architecture. By providing these excellent facilities, the town encourages travellers to stay a little longer and support the local businesses, from the pubs and cafes to the supermarket and butcher. For a comfortable, well-facilitated, pet-friendly, and budget-friendly stay, the Warialda Showground camp is one of the best in regional NSW.

• GPS Coordinates: -29.5454, 150.58175

Site Information

• Location: Warialda Showground, in the town of Warialda.
• Site suitable for: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, motorhomes, big rigs.
• Road access: Sealed road access. Easy for all 2WD vehicles.
• Site surface: Large, flat grassy areas.
• Camping permitted: Yes, donation requested for unpowered, small fee for power.
• Maximum overnight stays: Generally up to 7 days, check local signage.
• Number of powered sites: A good number of powered sites are available for a fee.
• Number of un-powered sites: Hundreds of unpowered sites available by donation.
• Facilities: Hot showers (donation), flush toilets, dump point, rubbish bins.
• Picnic tables: Yes.
• Potable water: Yes.
• Mobile phone coverage: Excellent for all major carriers.
• TV reception: Excellent.
• Onsite public toilets: Yes.
• Ullage: Yes, a dump point is available.
• Rubbish bins: Yes.
• Open fires: Permitted in your own fire pit, subject to local fire bans.
• Generator use: Permitted, with consideration for other campers.
• Number of sites available: Massive area with hundreds of potential sites.

Essentials to Bring

• Donation cash for the honesty box / fees for power.
• Your own fire pit and firewood if you wish to have a campfire.

Activities

• Pet friendly: Yes, very pet friendly.
• Fishing: Not applicable at the showground, but available in nearby creeks.
• Short walks: Pleasant walks into the historic town of Warialda.

Local Amenities (in Warialda)

• Local Pubs:
  • Royal Hotel, Warialda (~1 km)
  • Warialda Golf & Bowling Club (~2 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • A selection of pubs, clubs, cafes, and bakeries in Warialda (~1 km)
• Local Attractions:
  • Cranky Rock Nature Reserve (~8 km)
  • Warialda’s historic main street and buildings (~1 km)
  • Warialda Standard Printing Works Museum (~1 km)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Warialda Caravan Park (~2 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Bingara Free Camping Area (~35 km)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Onsite at the showground.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple service stations in Warialda (~1 km).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite.
• Public Toilets:
  • Onsite at the campground.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: North West Slopes

• Summer (December – February): Hot to very hot and often dry. Average temperatures from 20°C to 34°C.
• Autumn (March – May): Warm, sunny days and cool nights. Ideal for exploring. Temperatures range from 11°C to 28°C.
• Winter (June – August): Cold, with frequent frosts. Days are typically cool but clear and sunny. Temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C.
• Spring (September – November): Mild to warm days with cool nights. The landscape is green and vibrant with wildflowers. Temperatures range from 11°C to 27°C.