Passmore Reserve
Passmore Reserve
About this campsite
At Passmore Reserve, you can enjoy nature at its finest. The campsite is neatly maintained and situated alongside the Condamine River, providing options for fireside picnics and shady relaxation. For outdoor enthusiasts, the reserve offers ample opportunities with room for all types of camping and activities such as fishing and kayaking. The locale is also a habitat for various species of fish. Enjoy a refreshing swim, but remember to keep it safe. A visit to Passmore Reserve assures a fulfilling outdoor experience.
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Location
Passmore Reserve•Passmore Road, Ellangowan, QLD, 4361
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Is Passmore Reserve free to camp at?
Yes. Passmore Reserve in Ellangowan, QLD is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: fishing and kayaking, fire place, bird watching and perch and murray cod.
What facilities does Passmore Reserve have?
Passmore Reserve has fishing and kayaking, fire place, bird watching, perch and murray cod, day rest area and picnic tables. That is the short list; 27 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 Passmore Reserve?
The record for Passmore 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 Passmore Reserve online?
We hold no online booking link for Passmore Reserve, 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 Passmore Reserve?
Passmore Reserve sits in Ellangowan, 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 Passmore Reserve
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| fishing and kayaking | Yes |
| Fire Place | Yes |
| Bird Watching | Yes |
| Perch and Murray Cod | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Pets Welcome | Yes |
| Adjacent to the Condamine River | Yes |
| Large open camping area. | Yes |
| BBQ | Yes |
| Canoeing Kayaking | Yes |
| Large Yellow Belly | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Caravans | Yes |
| Free Overnight Camp | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Long Rig | Yes |
| No toilets | Yes |
| Free Camping | Yes |
| Walking | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Tent Site | Yes |
| Camping Area | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Camp Trailers | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| River Fishing | Yes |
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Passmore Road
Ellangowan, QLD 4361