Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area

Chinchilla, QLD

Chinchilla, QLD

At a glanceFree campsite

Free CampingCaravansTent SitePets Welcome

About this campsite

Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area is a large, serene overnight camping spot located off the historic Chinchilla-Wondai Road. It's well distanced from traffic, offering a peaceful retreat with significant shade and grassy areas. However, the ground can be prone to becoming boggy after periods of rain. This site is ideal for those seeking a quiet, rural getaway with no distractions. Access to the nearby Charleys Creek offers additional opportunities for exploration and nature viewing.

Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area is a spacious and appealing overnight stop located on the former Chinchilla-Wondai Road, well distanced from traffic and highway noise. It offers an abundance of natural shade and inviting green spaces, serving as a tranquil retreat for travellers. However, visitors should note that the area might become somewhat marshy after periods of rainfall. Nearby Charleys Creek presents an added attraction, located just across the highway for those interested in scenic water views. While facility amenities might be minimal, the rest area's serene and relaxed atmosphere is its distinct charm, making it an ideal locale for an overnight camping experience immersed in nature.

How to Get There

5km north-east of Chinchilla on southern side of Chinchilla-Wondai Road. Also known as Round Water Hole Rest Area.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Facilities

Shade

Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Day Use Area

Mobile Phone Coverage

Bin

Free Overnight Camp

May be boggy in wet weather

Unknown feature

Long Rig

Well back from the traffic

Overnight Rest Area

Day Rest Area

Maximum 24 hrs

Location

Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area•Chinchilla-Wondai Road, Chinchilla, QLD, 4413

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Weather Forecast

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30° / 19°

💧 71%

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30° / 18°

💧 29%

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27° / 15°

💧 18%

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28° / 14°

💧 21%

SAT☁️

27° / 18°

💧 51%

Common questions about Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area

Is Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area in Chinchilla, QLD recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area have?

Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area has caravans, shade, day use area, mobile phone coverage, tent site and pets welcome. That is the short list; 16 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area?

The record for Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area?

Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area sits in Chinchilla, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Charleys Creek Round Waterhole Rest Area
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Shade	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Pets Welcome	Yes
Bin	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Free Camping	Yes
Free Overnight Camp	Yes
May be boggy in wet weather	Yes
	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Well back from the traffic	Yes
Overnight Rest Area	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Maximum 24 hrs	Yes

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