Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park in Ora Banda, WA — photo 1

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park

Ora Banda, WA
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingToiletsCaravansTent SiteAccessibleFire PlaceNo Pets

About this campsite

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park is a natural haven, mostly known for its vibrant birdlife, housing 118 species including 41 water birds and eight protected species. It is prized as a significant location on Australia's wetlands register. The Park offers facilities such as barbecue fire rings, picnic tables, and an information shelter for visitors. Ample camping space is provided, with designated areas for campers for an immersive experience in nature. However, visitors are encouraged to source their firewood before entering the camping area.

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park is a beautiful semi-permanent freshwater expanse, cherished by both avian and human visitors. The site includes plentiful campsites, accommodating both compact tents and larger motorhomes, making it the ideal setting for a stay amidst nature’s splendor. Known for its significant ornithological status, the lagoon is a busy stopover for 118 bird species, 41 of which are aquatic. The park shelter houses eight species protected under Australian law and is recognized on the country’s list of key wetlands. Onsite amenities at the park are designed for comfort and convenience. There are barbecue fire rings for outdoor cooking enthusiasts, picnic tables for alfresco dining, and well-maintained toilet facilities. An informative on-site shelter offers deeper insights into the park's flora and fauna. To maintain the park's pristine condition, visitors are requested to gather all firewood prior to establishing their campsite.

How to Get There

70km north of Coolgardie

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site
Campground
Free Camping

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Information Board
Bird Watching
Walking
Dry Access Only
Free Overnight Camp
Fire Place
Photo Opportunity
Unknown feature
Information
BYO firewood & drinking water

Location

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park•Ora Banda, WA, 6431

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
TODAY☀️
29° / 19°
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MON☁️
27° / 13°
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TUE🌤️
33° / 16°
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WED🌤️
35° / 19°
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THU☀️
28° / 20°
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Common questions about Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park

Is Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park free to camp at?

Yes. Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park in Ora Banda, WA 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: toilets, caravans, tent site and information board.

What facilities does Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park have?

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park has toilets, caravans, tent site, information board, campground and bird watching. That is the short list; 17 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 Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park?

No. The record for Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.

Can you book Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park online?

We hold no online booking link for Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park, 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 Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park?

Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park sits in Ora Banda, 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 Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park

Facilities recorded for Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park
FacilityOn site
ToiletsYes
CaravansYes
Tent SiteYes
Information BoardYes
CampgroundYes
Bird WatchingYes
WalkingYes
Dry Access OnlyYes
Picnic TablesYes
Free Overnight CampYes
AccessibleYes
Free CampingYes
Fire PlaceYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Yes
InformationYes
ShadeYes
BYO firewood & drinking waterYes
No PetsYes

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Free to stay

No booking needed — first come, first served

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

$0 camping — no fees at this site
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Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
29°·26%·23km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
27°·23%·17km/h
Low–Moderate
Tue
33°·14%·18km/h
Low–Moderate
Estimated from forecast conditionsDFES WA

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Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park

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