| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Condamine, Queensland |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
| Campfires | Communal firepit available |
| Facilities | Camp kitchen with electric BBQ and sink, toilets, playground |
| Vehicle Access | Gravel surface with marked sites and bollards |
| In Camps App | Yes – get precise location and updates |
We love receiving feedback like this!
“Thank you Michelle Gilmore for your post on Caliguel Lagoon free camp near Condamine QLD … Had it not been for that tip we would never have known about it and would have missed out on the most relaxing few days we could have dreamed of last week!” – Donna Burt
Donna cautioned swimming here, as there were lots of snags under the muddy water. Of course, the river levels change so please be aware. She did say: “Plenty of room for the kids to run and play… and if you have some form of floating vessel the river is huge.”
Over the last of couple of years, Western Downs Council added a new camp kitchen. It is equipped with electric BBQ plates and sink.
There is a playground and a communal firepit! This site has toilets, is pet friendly, and the bird life prolific!
Sites are also marked out with bollards now on a gravel surface.
Western Downs Council has also upgraded Chinchilla Weir, Tara Lagoon Parklands, Lake Broadwater near Dalby and Waterloo Plains Environmental Park, Wandoan. Not only that, most are pet friendly.
Do stop in at Condamine and support the roadhouse there. Across the road you’ll find the Condamine Bell. Pioneers used bullock bells to keep track of their beasts across unfenced and vast country.
This one is a bit large for a bullock, but the big bell celebrates the history of town. Samuel William Jones made the first successful bell on the Condamine River. Word is, it could be heard over 11 km away!
Miles is half an hour drive from the lagoon if you need more groceries, plus it also has an interesting private camp with war history…
You can find all these camps in the Camps Australia Wide App and guides. Images are by Donna Burt from I Love Camping Australia Wide, the CAMPS App and from our own CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE travels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caliguel Lagoon free to camp at?
Yes, this is a free camping area managed by Western Downs Council near Condamine, Queensland.
Can I bring my dog to Caliguel Lagoon?
Yes, this site is pet friendly, making it ideal for travellers with dogs.
What facilities are available at Caliguel Lagoon?
The site has a camp kitchen with electric BBQ plates and sink, toilets, a playground for kids, and a communal firepit. Sites are marked out with bollards on a gravel surface.
Is it safe to swim in Caliguel Lagoon?
Swimming is not recommended due to lots of snags under the muddy water. River levels change, so always check conditions. The river is suitable for floating vessels.
Are there shops near Caliguel Lagoon?
Condamine has a roadhouse you can support. Miles is about half an hour drive away if you need more groceries and supplies.
What is there to see in Condamine?
Visit the Condamine Bell across from the roadhouse. This giant bell celebrates the town’s history – the first successful bullock bell was made on the Condamine River and could be heard over 11 km away.
How do I find the exact location of Caliguel Lagoon?
Check the Camps App for current details including precise location, access information and recent traveller updates.
What other camps are nearby?
Western Downs Council has also upgraded Chinchilla Weir, Tara Lagoon Parklands, Lake Broadwater near Dalby and Waterloo Plains Environmental Park at Wandoan. Most are pet friendly. Miles also has an interesting private camp with war history.
