Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve in Kalgoorlie, WA — photo 1

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve

Kalgoorlie, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsFishing SpotCaravansTent SiteFire PlaceBBQPets Welcome

About this campsite

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve offers a tranquil and spacious camping area close to Kalgoorlie, ideal for explorers and nature lovers. This unique destination provides a multitude of sunny or shaded camping spots nestled within its beautiful surroundings. Thanks to its off-highway location, past campers have enjoyed undisrupted serenity. Don't forget to check out nannapopwa.blogspot.com to see some stunning photos from previous visitors. Get ready to create unforgettable memories at Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve!

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve is a serene oasis tucked away from bustling Kalgoorlie yet still easily accessible. This complimentary camping area serves as the perfect hub for explorers intending to discover the various attractions the region has to offer. The immersive camping spot provides ample space, offering both sun-drenched and shaded selections for optimal comfort. Moreover, its picturesque surroundings never fail to impress, adding the perfect touch of natural beauty for your outdoor adventure. So come, erect your tents, and enjoy the magnificent splendor of this nature's retreat! Don't just take our word for it - check out the stunning photos on nannapopwa.blogspot.com to truly appreciate the site's allure.

How to Get There

12km south-west of Kalgoorlie, turn south off Great Eastern Highway at waypoint onto Muncaster Road. Follow signs 3.5km to campground.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Free Camping
Camping Area

Facilities

Shade
BBQ
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Lookout
Maximum 72 hrs
Bird Watching
Picnic tables
Maximum stay 3 nights per month
Fire Place
Walking
Unknown feature
bins & wood BBQs
BYO drinking water
Photo Opportunity
Bin
Mobile Phone Coverage
Free Overnight Camp
Toilet
Long Rig
Non Drinking Water

Location

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve•Muncaster Road, Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☀️
28° / 12°
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TUE☁️
29° / 12°
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WED🌦️
31° / 16°
💧 31%
THU🌦️
22° / 13°
💧 71%
FRI🌤️
20° / 9°
💧 33%

Common questions about Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve

Is Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve free to camp at?

We have Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve in Kalgoorlie, WA 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 Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve have?

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve has toilets, fishing spot, lookout, maximum 72 hrs, bird watching and caravans. That is the short list; 26 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 Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve?

The record for Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve 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 Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve online?

We hold no online booking link for Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve?

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve sits in Kalgoorlie, WA. 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 Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve

Facilities recorded for Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve
FacilityOn site
ToiletsYes
Fishing SpotYes
LookoutYes
Maximum 72 hrsYes
Bird WatchingYes
CaravansYes
Tent SiteYes
Picnic tablesYes
Maximum stay 3 nights per monthYes
ShadeYes
Fire PlaceYes
BBQYes
WalkingYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free CampingYes
Camping AreaYes
Yes
bins & wood BBQsYes
BYO drinking waterYes
Photo OpportunityYes
BinYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Pets WelcomeYes
Free Overnight CampYes
ToiletYes
Long RigYes
Non Drinking WaterYes

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We hold this as a free camp but have not confirmed the fee — check before you go

Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
28°·24%·15km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
29°·25%·16km/h
Low–Moderate
Wed
31°·23%·24km/h
Low–Moderate
Estimated from forecast conditionsDFES WA

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Muncaster Road

Kalgoorlie, WA 6430

Lake Douglas Recreation Reserve

Free · no booking needed