Emerald Showgrounds ??

rockylizard · Guru

Emerald Showgrounds ??

Romy5152 · Guru

Hi John,

I've never camped there myself, but you could try contacting the Central Highlands Regional Council (main office in Emerald) on (07) 49828333 and they will be able to help you out. Failing that, I do know that you can just pull in underneath the Nogoa River bridge (eastern entrance to town) and it's free camping. No power, but free just the same. Good luck!

Dreamcaster51 · Senior Member

We just passed through there and was told that the council had shut camping down at the showgrounds as it was not up their considered standard for camping. How ever there are two free camps, one at the AG grounds south of town and one at the Botanic Gdns under the bridge toilets are a short walk in the gardens. Get there early as very busy this time of year.

Beth54 · Guru

Under the bridge was near full when we were there a few weeks ago. I think it'd be very noisy with road noise too.

We ended up at the CP at Fairbairne Dam and it was exxy...$25 if I remember rightly.

valnrob · Guru

Rob and I stayed at the Emerald Showgrounds this time last year. $15 per night with power. Showers and Toilet fine. It was a busy weekend and the Rodeo was on. Had a good night. We stayed three nights i think.

Clare46 · Senior Member

I stayed under the bridge about 6 weeks ago and didn't have any problems with noise. There were quire a few in by nightfall