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Karara Recreation Ground

Karara, QLD

About this campsite

Karara Recreation Ground is a spacious and grassy campsite, ideal for all types of RVs. It offers premium amenities that include optional 240v power access and hot shower facilities for total comfort in nature. Its proximity to a well-maintained local school enhances the sense of community. The campground offers enriching encounters with native wildlife, especially kangaroos appearing in the evenings, and is equipped with non-potable water availability.

Camping is free, but if 240v is required, a $12 per night fee applies with keys to power boxes available from the pub, which is located 200m from here. Hot showers are also available to all but a donation will ensure their continuation. The campground is next to small school, which are a credit to community in their presentation. Kangaroos often appear in the evening. Non potable water is available.

How to Get There

Turn off Cunningham Hwy at pub....drive west 200m to School Road.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Power
Showers

Accommodation Types

Campground
Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

Non potable water
Mobile Phone Coverage
Kangaroos abound
Off highway
Hotel about 200m away
Non Drinking Water
Power available
Quiet
Flat
Unknown feature
Fire Place
Toilets and showers.
Camp fires permitted
grassy area
Free Overnight Camp

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