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Townsville BP Truckstop

Townsville, QLD
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingShowersCaravansToiletsDrinking Water

About this campsite

The Townsville BP Truckstop is a comprehensive service station designed to comfortably cater to travelers and truckers alike. It offers wholesome food options through its in-house restaurant and takeaway services, ensuring enjoyable and nourishing meals on the go. With well-maintained shower facilities also available, the Truckstop provides much-needed rest and refreshment. Located on the vibrant southern outskirts of Townsville, it's a prime location for a break on your journey.

As an established hub in the southern outskirts of Townsville, the Townsville BP Truckstop offers a range of services catering to road travelers' needs. This bustling venue features a fully operational restaurant serving a diverse array of meals around the clock, complemented by a quick takeaway food service for those on the go. Adding to guests' convenience, there are also well-maintained, clean showers available, making it the perfect rest stop for long haul drivers and travelers alike. The benefits extend beyond basic amenities - this Truckstop is a vibrant community spot, characterized by its inviting atmosphere and friendly staff always ready to assist. Explore the Townsville BP Truckstop - where the journey is just as significant as the destination!

What this place offers

Amenities

Showers
Public Phone
Toilets
Drinking Water

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Other Features

Kiosk
Mobile Phone Coverage
Service Station
Takeaway Food
Free Overnight Camp
Unleaded Petrol Bowser
Overnight Rest Area
Roadhouse
Premium Petrol Bowser
LPG Swap
Coffee & Tea
Maximum 24 hrs
Long Rig
Meals
Diesel Bowser
E10 Petrol Bowser
Sit Down Meals

Location

Townsville BP Truckstop•Lakeside Drive, Townsville, QLD, 4810

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
MON🌦️
27° / 22°
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TUE🌦️
27° / 21°
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WED🌦️
28° / 21°
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THU☁️
26° / 22°
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FRI🌦️
27° / 24°
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Common questions about Townsville BP Truckstop

Is Townsville BP Truckstop free to camp at?

We have Townsville BP Truckstop in Townsville, 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 Townsville BP Truckstop have?

Townsville BP Truckstop has kiosk, mobile phone coverage, service station, takeaway food, showers and caravans. That is the short list; 23 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 Townsville BP Truckstop?

The record for Townsville BP Truckstop lists "Unleaded Petrol Bowser", 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 Townsville BP Truckstop online?

We hold no online booking link for Townsville BP Truckstop, 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 Townsville BP Truckstop?

Townsville BP Truckstop sits in Townsville, 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 Townsville BP Truckstop

Facilities recorded for Townsville BP Truckstop
FacilityOn site
KioskYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Service StationYes
Takeaway FoodYes
ShowersYes
CaravansYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Public PhoneYes
ToiletsYes
Unleaded Petrol BowserYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
RoadhouseYes
Premium Petrol BowserYes
Drinking WaterYes
LPG SwapYes
Coffee & TeaYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes
Free CampingYes
Long RigYes
MealsYes
Diesel BowserYes
E10 Petrol BowserYes
Sit Down MealsYes

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Check the weather & fire outlook below before you go
Fire Danger
Tomorrow
27°·63%·26km/h
No Rating
Tue
27°·61%·31km/h
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Wed
28°·60%·23km/h
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Lakeside Drive

Townsville, QLD 4810

Townsville BP Truckstop

Free · no booking needed