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41 Mile Bore Rest Area, 41 Mile (Rest Area)
Avon Downs Rest Area, Avon Downs (Rest Area)
Barkly Homestead Caravan Park, Barkly (DFP)
Heartbreak Hotel Caravan Park, Cape Crawford (DFP)
Daly Waters Pub Caravan Park, Daly Waters (DFP)
Hi-way Inn Caravan Park, Daly Waters (DFP)
Whistleduck Creek Campground, Davenport Ranges National Park (Campground)
Devils Marbles Campground, Devils Marbles (Campground)
Dunmarra Wayside Inn Caravan Park, Dunmarra
Midland Caravan Park, Elliot (DFP)
Banka Banka Station, Renner Springs (Station Stay DFP)
Renner Springs Desert Caravan Park, Renner Springs (DFP)
Outback Caravan Park, Tennant Creek (DFP)
Tennant Creek Caravan Park, Tennant Creek (DFP)
Threeways Tourist Park Roadhouse, Threeways (DFP)
Wauchope Hotel, Wauchope (DFP)
Soudan Rest Area, Wunura (Rest Area)
Wycliffe Well Holiday Park, Wycliffe Well

This rest area is in Camps 6. Very large area with level parking sites; multiple dirt tracks in between the native vegetation. No toilets, one picnic shelter with table and may have water at it (I did not walk near it). Shallow waterhole with lots of birdlife down a steep bank. There are numerous areas where friends could park together. The area is off the highway, towards the rear of the rest area would be about 200m or so S of highway. Would definitely use it again. No mobile reception. Mobile wireless not available. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 05/2011. Campground Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bobbiee (64).

Long drop toilets, non-potable water, tables, suitable for big rigs. A large tarred area and you can back your rig onto the dry grassed area. Lots of space but by 3.00pm it started filling up. Thirty eight caravans/vans by nightfall when we were there. Recommended for overnight.
Date 07/2009. Good overnight rest stop.
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Malua Bay NSW (75).

This is an oasis in the middle of nowhere, caravan park sites are drive through and well shaded, amenities are close-by and a little dated but clean and well stocked. There is a bar/restaurant and fuel available we paid $1.95/ltr for diesel. The power for the homestead and caravan park is supplied by a large generator which runs 24 hours per day - it's a bit noisy at night. There is a pool that is clean and well fenced. Definitely suitable for an overnight stay. Friendly staff. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Clean pool.
Likes: Shady drive-thru sites.
Dislikes: Generator noise at night, but that can't be helped.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Fidget's Family (11).

Friendly staff. $24 2A. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Suitable for few days.
Likes: It is a long way from Three Ways to Camooweal so this is a welcome stop over for a night or maybe two.
Dislikes: The costs of most things are high but this is explained by the cost of freight and the high cost of running the diesel generators to keep the place running. Didn't like it but accepted it
Local Information: The road house is good
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Neil n Raine (22).

A welcome oasis in the middle of nowhere, pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Lovely place to stay. They don't take bookings so make sure you get there early afternoon to secure a spot. Powered and unpowered sites available & cabins also. 50 drive thru sites available. Will definitely go back next time we come through. Unfriendly girl at check in, perhaps because she was very busy with roadhouse. A smile would have been nice, even after dropping back key early next morning, she was still unfriendly. Reasonable value for money ($26 2A). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, no sites with annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents.
Likes: Lovely outback oasis, very shady, lots of trees, level sites, drive thru sites (don't have to unhitch overnight), nice clean amenities block ($20 deposit for key), great internet service & phone for next G
Dislikes: No grass (their web page shows lots of grass), no concrete slabs, no lighting at night makes toilet/shower block hard to find, sites are just dirt so very dusty, water tasted terrible, no TV reception.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Zesty (14).

This park has much improved. The generator now operates 24/7 and is much quieter than before. Sites have been redesigned and with the new plantings are much more attractive. Much, much better than it used to be. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($24 2A, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, dump point, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: Very easy to negotiate most sites.
Dislikes: Red bulldust turned to mud in the rain. Sites would benefit from more crushed gravel to provide better drainage.
Parking: Can buy fuel and pay for site at the same time.
Local Information: Pub food is cheaper than at other outback pubs. Fuel is very expensive but a sign says the extra fuel price subsides the cost of running the generator.
Roads: After recent flooding roads can be potholed.
Date 02/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by G and S K (17).

We arrived just after noon and had the pick of the sites, by 3pm the park was very full. We chose to go near the older amenities at the front that were not unisex. Two showers, two toilets in each for males and females that were spotless. Laundry next door was also very clean. All sites are drive-thru, dirt, well shaded. $10 deposit for amenities key. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($24 2A per night, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

Water and electricity available. This park as reported in previous reports has unisex combo shower and toilet. Has shower curtains which certainly have seen better days. There is a block of toilets only, but these were closed due to lack of water. The sites were even. The amenities were not adequate to cope with the amount of vans, campers that were in the park. The locks on the doors that show the engaged signs are faulty. Managed to lock the engaged lock, but horror, couldn't unlock it. Eventually after great panic managed to get it to 'catch' and was able to leave the room. This was Unisex room number 5, so if you are heading that way keep it in mind. We didn't have a meal at the roadhouse/homestead as there was inconsistencies in the price and availability of dishes on the boards and what we were being told by the young lady, who quite definitely informed me, 'not to bother with what was on the board, they were wrong.' Okay for an overnighter, (if you don't lock yourself in the Unisex bathroom.) $25.40 2A per night.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Sue and Eddy (5).

We tossed up whether to 'risk' a night here after reading other reports, or possibly go on to a roadside stop, but it was 3pm and the next stop was 1.5 hrs away so could be full. The park was not as bad as I expected, though certainly has some faults. We were far enough off the highway not to be bothered by traffic, but the generator kicked up a steady din. I cannot comment on all of the amenities, but amenities block B was not too bad. There were about 3 unisex toilets on one side and around 6 unisex combination toilet/shower units on the other side. Unisex means first-in-first-served, and my wife was a little concerned about privacy after opening the door (key required) to find a gent just about to leave - it seems the vacant/engaged sign and lock did not work, so I suggest you check. The toilet/shower combo units appear to be the best units as they are roomy (about 2.2 m square) with a toilet, hand basin and fibreglass shower cubicle with curtain so the floor remains fairly dry. They do not have adequate ventilation (flyscreen 'window' about 300mm x 80mm, and no air entry to the room) so become very steamy after a shower - and this was July. My wife had her shower first and reported some pressure and temperature variation, but my shower saw slow variations in pressure and temperature from good of both to almost no flow at all. Cost was $24 for 2 adults, powered site, off-peak season, + $10 refundable deposit for the one amenities key. A 'voucher' was also provided to receive a roast beef dinner for $12 per person - good meal. TV is from Mt Isa, so forget it if you don't have a really good system. Diesel was $1.76/L compared to Tennant Creek $1.38/L, and I expect Camooweal to be cheaper, so maybe a dash of fuel here rather than a top-up. Definitely an overnight stop only, unless you have broken down or have other reasons to stay, but I did not think it was as bad as some reports painted.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Ian_G (49).

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Cape Crawford is a long way from anything, Heart Break Hotel is all there is at Cape Crawford, No town, just the roadhouse/pub/caravan park - not unlike Barkly Homestead in that respect, but not as pleasant. The actual grounds of the caravan park are very nice, big shady trees, lots of grass. The main problem with the place is the amenities, the main ones are located at the back of the pub and are very basic and pretty grotty, we used the shower in the van, they don't look like they've been cleaned for a long time - very run down. The pool was a shade of green with things floating in it - we stayed out of it. A number of the power outlets were out of order and looked like they had been for some time. It's suitable for a quick overnight stop - we did leave the van there in the morning and when for a drive to the Caranbirini Conservation Reserve which was well worth the drive. We paid $1.99/ltr for diesel. Reasonable value for money ($32 2A 2C per night). Inadequate number of amenities, were dirty, condition is poor, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Poor laundry, late checkout allowed, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Dirty pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: The big shady, grassed sites were very pleasant.
Dislikes: The amenities were very unpleasant and the pool was poorly maintained.
Local Information: You can pay for helicopter flights to the Lost City or instead drive 64km towards Borroloola to the Caranbirini Conservation Reserve which has a smaller version - still very spectacular and well worth the drive. The short walk to the waterhole is also lovely with lots of birdlife and beautiful waterlilies.
Roads: The road from Barkly Homestead to Cape Crawford is single lane bitumen - it is in pretty good condition. There was a minimal amount of traffic and only one road train on our journey - you are able to get off the road completely without any trouble at all. Keep an eye out for cattle. The road from Cape Crawford to the Hi-Way Inn is also single lane bitumen but is not well maintained at all, there are areas of flood damage, potholes and undulating road surfaces, there are also a lot of crests with poor visibility. You need to take it pretty slowly on this road.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fidget's Family (11).

Very friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($26 2A per night, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground, no bbqs, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: In the middle of nowhere
Dislikes: Very basic and said park anywhere you like which is what everyone did and found it difficult to park van.
Parking: Plenty of room
Added Touches: Hotel with meals
Local Information: The Lost City is major attraction, but at $340 for the big tour each is a bit steep, but found from other that they don't tell you about is Caranbirini Conservation Reserve which is similar. Do the 2km walk you will be amazed, also the 100m walk to the waterholes
Roads: Both roads from Barkly Homestead and Daly Waters are single lane with the odd bit of road a double. Road trains use these roads
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Camping on grassy area behind hotel. Some shady trees. Not level. Not set sites so caravans parked higgeldy piggeldy making access to power outlets difficult, and in fact finding space to park difficult. Poles with four outlets; long cords needed if not parked next to outlet. Our outlet did not work, and staff unable to help, although offered to refund us difference from unpowered site (unpowered fee $13). There seemed to be inadequate power outlets for campers, but staff said park was far from full capacity. Taps by power outlets. Average amenities some distance away behind hotel; inadequate for number of campers. Laundry barely adequate for numbers (had to wait for machine). Noise from trucks on road, and noisy power generator close to caravans and cabins/dongas. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($23 2A per night, powered). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites. Basic laundry. Noisy, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Crowded and noisy
Added Touches: $4 discount off meals at restaurant offered (they were expensive).
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Motherhen (69).

Grassy sites, choose as you come, drive-through. Lots of shade, but no lighting. Pool was disgusting, couldn't see bottom. Most ladies toilets were either "out of order" or "closed for renovation", hence there was only one building with a shower and toilet inside, but shower had no door on it. Very inadequate to have just one shower/toilet for ladies, which was also used by customers buying fuel/liquor/meals. When we arrived the ladies was being cleaned, mens next door had just been serviced. I was advised to go to mens, but there was no loo paper and the facilities were very poor, for having just been "cleaned". Staff made me feel it was a bother to cater to my needs. I was handed some loo paper, but could not open dispenser to leave in there, so gave to cleaner and explained where it needed to go, but she didn't speak English, hence when my husband went, once again there was no loo paper! Only two meals offered in "restaurant" - steak (type unknown) or calamari - both $20ish. The cook couldn't make a hamburger as he had no mince or tomatoes - but he stated he could open up a can of tomatoes if we wanted ! This park has a lovely setting, with green grass and looks like an oasis, but it badly needs maintenance, improved facilities and some good old fashioned customer service. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints. Price was as expected, poor value for money ($26.00 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is bad, there was inadequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room. Open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. No bbqs, no playground. Dirty pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area. Suitable for overnighter.
Roads: Both "highways" are sealed, but very narrow. You need to move off the road and stop when you see a road train approaching.
Date 04/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Di B (1).

A good pub for a night just to see the show and see some of the local attractions, "the pub". Book in at the pub staffed mainly by backpackers, friendliness is pretty good. It is $24 a night for power, water is available but you can't hook up to a tap. Amenities are unisex with individual ensuite type rooms. Showers are great. Someone directs you into a spot, it is a large dusty park (this is the outback) close to eleven sites some with shade. Not a great deal but one of those stops you have to do because everyone else does. For what it offers no complaints.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Neil n Raine (22).

This is the second time we have been here and the facilities have not changed. This park is very basic, but is there for people to partake in the offerings and entertainment of this quirky pub. We overlook the facilities because of why we came. You can pay for powered site, but cannot connect to water although you are able to fill up tanks, although water is not that nice for drinking. You are required to stay hooked up, but as it is only one night usually this is not a problem. Would stay again next time we come this way. Very friendly staff, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($24.00 2A per night, powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, kiosk, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No bbqs. Basic playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: The pub.
Dislikes: Facilities need to be upgraded, but still in keeping with theme.
Parking: On the side of the road
Local Information: The pubs entertainment. The Chook man is no longer there, but Chilli a Aussie country singer, poet and comedian is a lot of laughs. Also Steve, a singer that plays 50's, 60's and 70's music. Beef and Barra night every night. Happy hour at 4.30, toss for it, if you win, you get it for free otherwise just pay normal prices
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Dusty park next to pub. Pay at pub before entering, then you are shown to your site. One water tap between 4 sites, so you can fill your tank but not stay attached to the tap. We didn't use this water so can't comment on its quality. 7 portable ensuite type bathrooms at pub end of park quickly become filthy, be prepared to wait at peak times. If you are at the end of the park away from the pub it is a long way to the bathrooms and there are no park lights. The only reason to come here is for the pub - unexpectedly good meal for dinner and reasonable 'outback style' entertainment show ('free' with the hat proffered at the end). The park filled up by mid-afternoon, I imagine in a few weeks it will fill even earlier. Cost is $12 per person (powered), which isn't particularly cheap for what you get, and would be downright expensive if you are more than 2 people. Suitable for overnighter.
Local Information: They have a brochure which supposedly shows a walk around some 'historic sites', but it isn't signposted and the sites are pretty dull if you do find them.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

There is only one reason that you would go to this park that is to visit the iconic Daly Waters Pub which is all there is of the township. Some grassed areas with some shade. Powered sites with water to fill tanks. Price $12 per person. Tin shed ensuites used by all patrons. Pay first at the pub then wait to be shown your parking site. There are no frills to this park it is all about the pub.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by S, S and S (40).

We stayed here only because we were told it was a unique experience. We wanted an unpowered site ($5 per peron, peak) and they tried to send us to the overflow paddock area over the road even though the park section was almost empty. Water was available to sites only to top up van water tanks. Dusty. At $5 a head unpowered ($10 per person powered) it was value for money. Level sites, some shade. The Chook Man was not there instead the show was presented by Chilli, a country and western singer, poet and comedian. Not a bad show for free, spoiled by a group of families who talked all through it and not spoken to by management. We probably would not stay there again.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber (47).

Were told when parking, to fill up your tank with water but not to stay attached to water. Facilities were 8 uni sex buildings. They were old but clean. No internet service but you could use your mobile - 2 bars. There is also an unpowered overflow area across the road. Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($24.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No bbqs, no playground. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: The Steak or Barra or half & half with salad bar great. Free entertainment every night and happy hour 4.30
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Kevin & Lyn (85).

The comments and ratings in this report refer to the caravan park only. The Daly Waters Pub is a 'must see' once only attraction if you are passing this way. However expect to see an overdecorated, garish, theme park style attraction. So saying that the food is terrific and we were told the entertainments in the tourist season are great. This would be a really bustling place for young adults in the tourist season but nothing was happening in the off-season. The caravan park itself is amongst the worst we have experienced in the many years of travel in Australia. We arrived and paid for a site at the bar then we drove around to a flooded caravan park (yes we know we were there in 'The Wet') but the sites have no drainage of any kind and it was a quagmire. We hooked up to power and water but when we turned on the tap there was no water forthcoming. After testing other taps within hose reach without success we complained at the bar. We were given a 'don't care and what do you expect me to do about it' shrug of the shoulders from the staff and we were informed that the town's water supply cannot cope with caravans so the taps have been disconnected. This explanation is patently rubbish! It was fortunate for us that our van's water tanks were full. The next morning after the flooding had receded a bit some taps on the other side of the park were tried and sure enough water came out from them with reasonable pressure. The night before it was too late to move and besides we already were in the only relatively dry spot in the 'park'. The pub staff were not helpful at all. They did not explain anything about the park nor layout nor, more importantly, about the lack of water. We think this would be an entertaining place in the tourist season with a great bar atmosphere and the 'Chook Man' across the road but to call an almost bare paddock largely devoid of facilities beside the pub a caravan park is stretching the truth. The 'overflow' site across the road is really a couple of vacant house blocks with no facilities at all. Average staff friendliness, bad staff response to complaints. Poor value for money ($20 2A, powered, off-peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, hot water was usually adequate but not when busy, soap provided. Inadequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites. Poor laundry, no rec room, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. No bbqs, no playground. Clean pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Easy to park the van. Very quiet at night in the off season. There is a clean pool in the pub grounds.
Dislikes: Water is problematic (see general comments). The amenities blocks are third world and look like they have not been maintained in years. The amenities blocks are very child unfriendly - concrete steps, high taps etc. The park is a muddy quagmire when it is wet and I expect it would be a dust bowl when it is dry. The 'overflow' sites have no appeal at all and appear to be on lower ground than the main park. The staff don't care about the caravan park at all. However it may well be different in the tourist season but somehow I don't think so.
Parking: You need to book and pay for a site at the pub. Parking while doing so would be a challenge as room for cars and vans outside of the pub is practically non-existent. I could see some problems occurring if people were to park their van on a site before paying while others would pay before parking.
Added Touches: The Daly Waters Pub is a great attraction and is a 'must see'. The Barra and Beef BBQ, we are told is a 'must do'. We had a terrific Barra and Beef evening meal from the kitchen during our stay. The pub often has live music and the Chook Man is across the road during the tourist season.
Local Information: Besides the pub there is not much else here.
Roads: Stay on the bitumen in the rain. The road can be narrow with soft shoulders. The route to the Pub is not well signed.
Date 02/2011. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by G and S K (17).

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Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff helped us at the site. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, disabled facilities, van parking, you can use your mobile wireless, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park. Clean UC gas bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for a week or more.
Likes: friendly people
Local Information: the meals are very popular and not too expensive
Roads: good road
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Titch First (1).

Had originally wanted to stay at the Daly Waters Pub park but it was packed. So drove 7kms back to highway to the Hi-Way Inn park which is behind the roadhouse. Most of the sites were grass and we were able to chose our own. The amenities were very old and very dirty. Upside was the huge fantastic Barra burger that was beautifully cooked and enough to feed two, and a mountain of superbly crunchy chips, great value for $14. Ok for an overnight if a shower is not a priority. $20 per night.
Date 07/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Stockos (64).

Friendly staff. Good value for money ($20 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Good meals at Inn
Date 10/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Thompsons (46).

Very good value for money ($6.60 2A per night, unpowered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites. Peaceful, open & roomy park, no permanents. Clean wood bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. No playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Peaceful, creek had water in it, good for a swim
Dislikes: Sites were overgrown, only 18 sites all up
Roads: Road is earth formed and was in good condition, some speed humps on section to camp ground, about 5 km from Binn Track turn off.
Date 04/2010. Campground Rating 1:
Report submitted by P & E, Aberfoyle Park (48).

Campground in an excellent position right by the Devils Marbles and far enough off the highway to be quiet. The campground is basically a very large gravelled carpark like area, no trees or shade. There are drop toilets, picnic tables and some campfire areas, no water or power available, and generators are not allowed. The area is mostly level though some parts have more of a slope. The cost is $3.30 per adult, self register and pay.
Date 05/2011. Campground Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by The Meadows (20).

Great camp to stay, be there by 2.pm in high season, drop toilets (average)and bbq (supply own wood), from memory $6.60 per double. No power or water. Views in evening and early mornings are fabulous.
Date 06/2010. Campground Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Baz&Mick (113).

An excellent stopover, the night we stayed it was packed to capacity. Drop toilet provided, but you would expect that in this remote area. No water. $6.00 2A per night, unpowered.
Date 06/2010. Campground Rating 4:
Report submitted by KayJay, Pakenham (30).

Fills very quickly in peak time. We liked it so much we decided to stay an extra night. It was peaceful during the day once most people left and before the next overnight arrivals started about 2pm. No water and only toilets provided but adequate. $6.60 2A per night, unpowered. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites are shaded. Peaceful, open & roomy park. No bbqs, no playground, no pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 08/2009. Campground Rating 2:
Report submitted by Lyn & Graham, Adelaide (18).

Stayed 1 night, honour system $3.30 per person per night. Three long drop toilets, no water. Picnic short tables. Wood bbqs but you must bring in your own wood. Ranger came in the evening, cleaned the toilets and emptied rubbish bins. He warned us not to leave anything out in the night because of roaming dingoes. Also to keep our little dog in the van overnight. Excellent quiet overnight stop in pitch dark but the stars are just incredible. The Marbles are beautiful at sunset and again at dawn. Not to be missed.
Date 06/2009. Recommended Campground
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Malua Bay NSW (75).

This is good for an overnight stay in an isolated area. Amenities are unisex ensuite style which are cleaned at different times of the day. Some noise from passing traffic but on the whole pretty good. Some days are busier than others. Good value for money ($19 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, no sites have annex slabs, most sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality. Poor laundry. Open and roomy park. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Not So Grays (62).

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($18.50 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, kiosk. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Dirty UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Dirty pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Handy stopover between Tennant Creek and Katherine
Dislikes: Bathrooms very hot like sauna
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Nan & Pop (23).

$18.50 per night. Small park attached to the roadhouse. Toilet block is a demountable with individual bathrooms. Drive through sites, most with shade. Pleasant spot to overnight.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Marg, Melbourne (35).

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Manager unfriendly and unhelpful. No refund once you have paid, no matter what. Filthy amenities, urinal on floor, toilets full of frogs. Yard a rubbish dump. No power half the night (even though we had a powered site). Do not stay here. Pool advertised but not evident (could not find). Unfriendly staff, bad staff response to complaints. Poor value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. No pool.
Date 10/2011. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by The Ridge (23).

Manager's name is Peter & Pat Brisch. First impressions were not good but this changed. This park is expensive at $27 for powered site 2A ,but management is proud of the clean toilet block accessed by key. Dry and dusty but large drive through sites. No slabs. Pool exists but not working at time we were there. There were only three other vans unlike the crowded free camps and roadhouses along this stretch of the highway. So, if you want to avoid the crowds in peak season, this is a safe and clean option with excellent water pressure and lots of hot water. Excellent wireless (strength 5), mobile phone and TV reception. The locals obviously are proud of their settlement because the road is newly planted with bougainvillea and there is a nature walk and green park. Suitable for overnight.
Date 05/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Dawn F (20).

Worst caravan park we have ever had the misfortune to stay in. Toilets not cleaned for a long time, some toilet bowls overflowing. We told the caretaker that the urinal overflows and were blocked, and in response he shrugged his shoulders, said nothing. When leaving advised him the shower block need cleaning, still no answer. Give this park a miss; there is a well patronaged roadside stop about 3kms N of the town. Very unfriendly staff, bad staff response to complaints. Poor value for money ($27-00 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites. Poor laundry, no rec room, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. No bbqs, no playground. Dirty pool, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for overnighter. There was nothing we liked, would have driven on if we knew there was a good roadside stop about 3 km out of town
Dislikes: It looked like a bomb had hit the park. There was a pool but the water was black and it was only half full, there were dead bat carcasses still entangled in the barb wire fence around the pool, all sites are bare dirt. We stopped after reading write up in tourist brochure, but arrived too late to continue on. Security gates are not used anymore. No fuel available at service station any more.
Added Touches: noisy peacocks roam throughout the park.
Date 04/2010. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by P & E, Aberfoyle Park (48).

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If you're sick of the dirt and dusty caravan parks this is a pleasant change. Beautiful grass, plenty of grass. Water, good quality water everywhere. Encouraged to wash your car and caravan and fill your tanks. You need cash to pay for your stay as they don't accept credit cards. There is no power but that is not a big issue. We went for an overnight stay and stayed two. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money ($20 2A per night, peak season). Amenity cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites. Mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, no permanents. No pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Grass, grass, grass. Good quality water. Peaceful. Camp fire at night
Dislikes: No power - no phone but overnight is not a problem
Roads: On main road
Date 07/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Moechan (16).

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($16.00 2A per night, unpowered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to most sites, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good. Mostly level sites, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, basic camp kitchen, car wash, van parking, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: Nice atmosphere, vans places in a circle. Plenty of water to wash van and vehicle. Lovely grassed area.
Dislikes: Only one working washing machine in poor condition
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Higgi & Bomber (47).

No power but grassed sites and you can hook up to water. Wash your car & van and fill your water tanks. Great water no calcium. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. $16.00 2A per night, unpowered. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, disabled facilities, car wash, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq ($2.00), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kevin & Lyn (85).

This station is great, grassy sites plenty of great water. Amenities oldish but very clean and tidy, not a problem washing car and caravan. Sites all level and thick grass. No power and the best part $8 per person. The managers do a group talk and it was very interesting on how the station has been run over the previous years. He told us the property has been sold to the government for the indigenous community to take over in 5 years time. Very friendly staff. Good value for money.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Baz&Mick (113).

Friendly staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($16.00 2A per night, unpowered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, car wash. Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Grass sites, bar prices were cheap,
Dislikes: Traffic noise from the highway but wasn't too bad. As we were there in the shoulder season there were no talks or slide show, appeared a back packer was employed to book in guests.
Parking: in driveway but can get congested, late in the day.
Date 04/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by P & E, Aberfoyle Park (48).

Stayed 1 night, $8.00 per person per night. Excellent value. Camp area on the Stuart Hwy, 74km N of Three Ways or 60 km S of Renner Springs. Friendly reception which is situated in the old historical homestead. We were told where to park and there was plenty of space left between vans. This is non-working cattle station which is connected to two other large stations, part of the Kidman Group. The camp area is green with lovely grass (I had to touch it after so long on dust and dirt). There were 6 showers and 4 toilets in the ladies section (I presume the same for men) and they were very clean. Everyone said the water pressure in the showers was great. Two washing machines at $2.00 per wash (cheapest in the entire trip). There is no power to sites but there is water (you are allowed to wash the van). You are also encouraged to fill your tanks as it is soft spring water and they have plenty. The ambience of the campsite is lovely and welcoming. It is near the road but no problem. There is an evening slide show and talk about the history of the station. A great overnight stop. Some people had stayed for three days just to relax. It was full the night we stayed and we would stay here again.
Date 07/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Malua Bay NSW (75).

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Nothing but a stopover for a night. It fills up quick of an afternoon so don't be late. $30 a night is not value for money. Amenities are only fair and are shared with the road house. Once again staffed by backpackers but the service was friendly. The pool was fairly clean and a very welcome spot on a hot afternoon. There isn't a lot to see here except for a short walk. The management were very helpful when we found our battery had died. There are a few drive thrus but most sites require you to back up to a building. Not a big park.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Neil n Raine (22).

Small park behind the roadhouse, sand surface. No real place for sullage so puddles left behind by previous vans. Amenities shared with road house users, we didn't shower so can't comment on hot water but the showers looked very small. Soap provided and an electric hand dryer. We weren't disturbed by road noise. We didn't eat in the roadhouse so can't comment. Nice grounds with walk around spring fed lagoon. $30 2A per night, powered. Sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites. Wireless internet is available, mobile wireless not available. Clean pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

A very old caravan park, facilities located 120m from park in a (should be) condemned building which is shared with the general public. Right on the main highway so very noisy. Average staff friendliness. Poor value for money ($30 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Inadequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, no sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. No rec room, no camp kitchen, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Noisy, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Dirty wood bbq (free). No playground. Dirty pool. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Water quality very good.
Dislikes: Too far from amenities, amenities building should be condemned (also shared with everyone who came into the service station), overpriced, no shade, no grass, too noisy (road trains passing all night), smelly sewer pipe next to our site (we did end up moving).
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 1:
Report submitted by Zesty (14) .

Manager's name is Alan Revell and Christine Paroz. A very nice overnight stopover. The pub has lots of character and good food (bring a hat to donate). Renner Springs has an interesting history. The dismal amenity block lets this park down badly. Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A, off-peak season). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, kiosk, book swap available, wireless internet is available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. Clean wood bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere. No playground. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Sites are very easy to negotiate. Food at the pub is good and cheap for NT prices.
Dislikes: The amenity block is in very poor condition and are almost unusable. 4 geese roam the grounds and can terrorise women and children. Need to be firm with the geese to chase them away.
Parking: Book at the pub
Local Information: The actual Springs are located within the boundary of the park and are interesting to explore.
Roads: After recent flooding roads can be potholed.
Date 02/2011. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by G and S K (17).

A busy park, get there early to get powered sites they only have a few. It is a safe overnighter if the free camps are crowded which they were when we went through. Reasonable value for money ($16 2A per night, unpowered, peak season). Amenity condition is poor, water pressure is bad. Inadequate number of tourist sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites. You can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 3). Quiet. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: The natural spring water is beautiful to drink. The park environment is very nice being next to a spring water lagoon. Other than the geese it is a very quiet park considering it is right on the edge of the Stuart Hwy.
Dislikes: The ladies shower (end one) is woeful, hardly a trickle although what bit of water there was it was hot. The amenities are old demountables. Very noisy geese in lagoon woke us up during the night - if light sleepers try to get away from the lagoon.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Hansens around Oz (56).

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We could pick our own grassy site, peaceful and roomy park, dump point, lots of trees and palms, amenities large clean and in good condition, some permanents in small houses scattered throughout the park, some slabs, peacocks roaming around, pool, camp kitchen. Night entertainment with bush tucker man and poet. Very good value.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

A good overnighter. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Reasonable value for money ($31.00 2A per night, powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, basic camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Likes: The drive-thru sights, shaded pool for warmer months
Dislikes: Some site don't have enough room to put out awning
Parking: in front of office over to the left
Added Touches: Happy hour. Jimmy Hooker Bush Tucker talk around camp fire at night
Local Information: Telegraph Station, The Pebbles, Lake Mary Ann for a picnic, Bill Allen Lookout, Battery Hill Mine
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

This park was better than we expected. The majority of sites are drive thru and you choose your own. If we had wanted to put our awning out it would have been quite tight but as we were only staying overnight it wasn't an issue. The smaller vans didn't seem to have a problem. The amenities were adequate and reasonably clean. The laundry was basic. Jimmy Hooker, the Bush Tucker Man, gives a nightly talk, which was entertaining, and there is also a Happy Hour. Not sure why the park needs a rule that sites should be vacated by 9.30am - most tourists were on the road well before 8am.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by TeePee (117).

Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($31.00 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenities are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, wireless internet is available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 5). Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The Jimmy Hooker show is great, bush tucker & talk
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kevin & Lyn (85).

This is a reasonable park for day or more. Drive thru or others sites, you find your own. Park runs a happy hour which gets people mixing, also at least during the tourist season has a small catering facility and the food quality was good. The park as fuel for sale however the price is higher than in the town. Park is handy to the tourist things. Facilities seemed okay however we didn't use the showers. $28 2A per night, peak season.
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by J&K Melbourne (20).

Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 4). Quiet, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Likes: A good stopover with a few things to see around the area
Dislikes: The drive through sites and some of the others did not have enough room to put out awning
Added Touches: Bush tuck talk in evenings to sample, Happy Hour. Has meals available in the evenings
Local Information: Lake Mary Ann for a picnic, Bill Allen Lookout, Battery Hill Mine
Date 08/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night, powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Suitable for few days.
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Lyn & Graham, Adelaide (18).

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This was a forced stay for mechanical repairs, by all accounts not the best of the two parks but we had no complaints. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice. Good value for money ($30 2A per night). We paid $27 because of Seniors discount. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, no wireless internet available, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra). Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, a few permanents. Suitable for few days.
Likes: Friendly staff, not a lot of people stayed here so amenities etc were not overcrowded. RAC were allowed to enter park to do some work. Close enough to town to walk up and have a look.
Date 09/2011. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Neil n Raine (22).

Noise from locals near park went on to 3.30am on weeknight. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($27.50 2A, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Noisy, open & roomy park, not enough shade. Suitable for overnighter, suitable for families.
Dislikes: Not maintained, rubbish around sites
Added Touches: Discount fuel voucher at local BP
Date 08/2009. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Nan & Pop (23).

Poor value for money ($27 2A per night, powered, peak season). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes or 5th wheelers, no sites have annex slabs, some sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality. poor laundry. Noisy, open and roomy park. Suitable for overnighter.
Dislikes: Only two male toilets. Camping sites need to be marked out.
Date 06/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Not So Grays (62).

One of the nicer roadhouse type parks we have stayed at. Sites are reasonably grassy, not allocated so it's first in, best dressed. Some sites are a reasonable distance from the power or tap, you could need extension cord or hose. Sites are well away from the highway so we weren't disturbed by noise, although given the location most people are up and about very early to get on the road so don't expect a sleep-in. We didn't try the bar or restaurant in the roadhouse but it looked clean and welcoming. Reasonable amenities, showers have a curtain and shelf, plus there is a large bench in the middle of the amenities block. $27 2A per night, powered. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites. Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, you can use your mobile wireless (carrier used was Telstra, reception quality was 2). Open & roomy park, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free). No playground. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for few days, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Nicholstones (122).

Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($25 2A per night, powered, shoulder season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with concrete annex slabs, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Clean pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided.
Date 10/2010. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Thompsons (46).

Top spot to rest after big days drive. Roadhouse has all you could want and has a happy hour and also dining area for dinner. Pulled in for a night and stayed for three - just a nice place to relax before continuing on our travels. Definitely recommend when coming up the Stuart Hwy. Clean and tidy. Friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($25 2A 2C per night, powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Basic laundry. Quiet. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Relaxed atmosphere. Good stopover point.
Date 05/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Travelling Oz (2).

You pay your money in the roadhouse and then you are on your own. Just inside the gate there are about a dozen, clearly defined, powered sites (The first arrivals grab those!) and then there are some grassy areas with just a few power outlets and taps. Extension cords and hoses are needed if you're not first there and can't get close. Beyond these grassy areas it is dust and gravel. Moral: If you want a reasonable site, get there early. There is a nice pool with spa and the park is far enough from the highway to minimise traffic noise. Amenities are not bad, showers spacious with good flow of water, not enough toilet cubicles in the mens. For a roadhouse, a pretty good place to stay. Suitable for a night or longer.
Date 06/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Toned-F (60).

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Stayed 1 night. A free camping site located 66 km west of Avon Downs or 32 km east of Wunara Store on the Barkley Hwy (between Barkly Roadhouse and Camooweal). Basic off-road overnight stop with wood fireplace. There were 2 vans when we pulled up and by nightfall there were 7 vans and 1 tent. A very quiet nights rest. Suitable for large rigs. Suitable for overnight stay.
Report submitted by Leszek and Jackie, Malua Bay NSW (75).

Not a great deal to say about this park - very basic indeed. Gravel sites - lucky, as it absolutely poured the evening we visited, and flooded, then drained away very quickly. A lot of the park has been let go - the large convention centre (maybe it is utilised just the once a year for the UFO Conference in March ), the lake, the train - so it looks rather shabby. Staff in shop friendly though English is obviously a second language. Meal in restaurant in evening was very nice - Chinese/Australian fare offered. Lots of UFO Memorabilia and cuttings - an interesting place for an overnight stop on the "Track".
Date 11/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Sue & Peter Hackett (12).

UFO centre of Australia. Grassy drive thru sites. Camp kitchen, pool, kiosk, Chinese/Australian meals at restaurant. Around the park there are big statues of Hulk, Elvis, and UFO pictures on all the buildings. Inside they have UFO magazine and newspaper articles on the walls. Sell alien T-shirts and paraphernalia. 6-9pm there were a group of aborigines drinking, swearing and arguing across the road from the service station attached to the park. They were standing around a fire in a 44 gallon drum. They were very loud and scary, hooning a little in their cars. They finally left at 9pm. The manager turned off the spotlight to the camp kitchen at 7:50pm leaving the people in it stranded without light. Very dark park. Amenities for ladies were ok but men's toilets didn't flush very well. There is a 300 seat auditorium out the back for conferences. No water in the lake and the train wasn't running. $30 2A per night with chain discount, powered, peak season.
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Cob and Oma (43).

Manager's name is Arc Vanderzalm. This park is ok for an overnight stop, however events happened that would prevent us staying again. Power went off at 10pm and went on again at 7am the next morning. We were told it was a circuit breaker and they had not been informed which was surprising because of so many people in the park. Also around midnight all vans were visited by an aborigine knocking at the door and making repeated requests for matches. Eventually the park manager attended and removed the person and one would think at this time seeing the park in complete darkness would have alerted him to the power problem. No phone or Internet services to advise management. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money ($33 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $30 because of BIG4 discount. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Kiosk, wireless internet is available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, no permanents. Pool is shaded. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Easy access to sites, theme of park.
Dislikes: Power interruption and security.
Parking: Plenty of room
Roads: Good
Date 08/2011. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Kay U (1).

Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($33.30 2A per night, powered, peak season). We paid $30.00 because of chain discount. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, no sites with annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, secure entry, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq ($1.00), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 05/2011. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Kevin & Lyn (85).

This is the worst BIG4 we've ever stayed in. Not sure how it was accredited for BIG4 inclusion. Park reception is in the roadhouse. Staff were friendly enough, but just two young girls. Park was gravel. UFO memorabilia etc all around park, but this did nothing to improve the atmosphere. The amenities were very old, the disabled shower/toilet was disgusting, it was like a container, the door was locked with a padlock, & very heavy to slide open, and I'm sure anyone in a wheelchair would have had difficulty getting up the ramp and inside the door. The area was dark & dirty, & the toilet looked like it hadn't been flushed for a year. It was putrid. My husband is partially disabled, but wouldn't even consider using this area, he struggled in the main shower block rather than use this one. The restaurant was closed. The lake had about 30cm water in it & I would definitely not fish in it, & the train was not working. Had trouble connecting to the mains water, & the manager came to help & said even he wouldn't drink the water, it had a very strong metallic/sulphur smell. Fortunately we had water in our tank so used that. Gate was supposed to be locked at 8:30pm but stayed open all night. Locals came in their cars at dusk and stayed around yahooing & doing burnouts in their cars. Very loud & very confronting. I would definitely not recommend this park to anyone, and if passing through this way again, would keep going rather than stay here again. I'm sure BIG4 management would be interested to know of the condition of this park. Average staff friendliness, average staff response to complaints Poor value for money ($33 2A, powered). We paid $30 because of BIG4 discount. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, cleanliness was average, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, no sites with annex slabs, very few sites are shaded, drive-through sites, poor water quality, adequate taps close by. Poor laundry, no rec room, no camp kitchen, disabled facilities, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Noisy, open & roomy park, not enough shade, no permanents. No playground. Dirty pool is shaded. Suitable for overnighter.
Likes: Other travellers were chatty.
Dislikes: Run down, poor amenities, bad lighting, frogs in the pool, filthy disabled amenities,
Date 04/2011. Park Rating 1.5:
Report submitted by Barbara & Ray (3).

Well what a funny little park, quite unexpected having seen others parks of similar size towns close by. A little gem. All there is here is the roadhouse, cafe and caravan park on the one site. Gates to park are locked at 8.30pm and reopens at 6.30am or earlier if required. Drive through sites are on gravel, but this proved good at the time as it had been raining and drained away well, so no mud in the van. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money ($23.40 2A with BIG4 discount per night, powered, peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, very few concrete annex slabs, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, no wireless internet available, mobile wireless not available. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, a few permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. Clean pool is shaded. Suitable for few days, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: This little gem was very unusual in that the Wycliffe Well boast the most UFO sightings in Australia and seems to be a common occurrence. It has memorabilia all over the walls all to do with UFO's and aliens. The park has murals with this theme throughout the park. Good basic meals available all day including and Chinese dinner menu done by a Chinese chef.
Dislikes: The drive through sites did not have enough room for awning if another van pulls in next to you.
Parking: Park before you turn in to book, then need to take a wide berth to enter the gate into the park, seems to be very narrow.
Local Information: The only highlight is the Alien and UFO sightings that the park is based on. There is nothing else we could see.
Date 09/2010. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Our Donnie (86).

Adjacent to the service station which is also the park reception office. A reasonable park for an overnight stay. The amenities are rather basic but this is outback country. Power and water to level primarily drive thru gravel sites with larger areas for really big rigs and additional grassed areas for campers and small units. Fuel is more expensive as you would expect in a remote location. Price was $23.40 after discount for a powered site. Meals available in the roadhouse. Friendly staff.
Date 06/2010. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by J&K Melbourne (20).

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