Leyburn Recreation Ground in Leyburn, QLD — photo 1

Leyburn Recreation Ground

Leyburn, QLD
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingBBQDrinking WaterToiletsPets WelcomeCaravans

About this campsite

Leyburn Recreation Ground is an expansive overnight rest area, with adequate turning space and shade-giving trees, making it accommodating even for trucks. It features well-maintained, clean flushing toilets and a drinking water tap. This ground turns into a speed lover's paradise every August with sprint car races. It's conveniently located near a general store for basic supplies. However, bear in mind, the area can become muddy during rainy weather.

With ample space and shaded areas, Leyburn Recreation Ground not only serves as an ideal overnight rest spot but also a go-to location for Sprint car races each August, adding excitement and vibrance to the otherwise tranquil town. The location boasts of well-maintained amenities, featuring clean flushing toilets and easy access to drinking water. Additionally, a short walk across the bridge leads you to a general store to meet any immediate grocery needs, making this location not just convenient, but also a blend of simplicity and excitement. The ground is an embodiment of beauty coupled with utility, offering a comfortable, leisurely atmosphere for its visitors.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets

Accommodation Types

Free Camping
Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

72 hours maximum stay
Bin
Flushing toilets
Overnight Rest Area
Unknown feature
Day Rest Area
On the bank of Canal Creek
Mobile Phone Coverage
Maximum 72 hrs
Long Rig
Free Overnight Camp
Day Use Area
Large flat grassy areas with good shade

Location

Leyburn Recreation Ground•Tummaville Road, Leyburn, QLD, 4365

Common questions about Leyburn Recreation Ground

Is Leyburn Recreation Ground free to camp at?

We have Leyburn Recreation Ground in Leyburn, 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 Leyburn Recreation Ground have?

Leyburn Recreation Ground has bbq, drinking water, 72 hours maximum stay, free camping, bin and flushing toilets. That is the short list; 19 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 Leyburn Recreation Ground?

The record for Leyburn Recreation Ground lists "Pets Welcome", 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 Leyburn Recreation Ground online?

We hold no online booking link for Leyburn Recreation Ground, 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 Leyburn Recreation Ground?

Leyburn Recreation Ground sits in Leyburn, 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 Leyburn Recreation Ground

Facilities recorded for Leyburn Recreation Ground
FacilityOn site
BBQYes
Drinking WaterYes
72 hours maximum stayYes
Free CampingYes
BinYes
Flushing toiletsYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Yes
Day Rest AreaYes
On the bank of Canal CreekYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
ToiletsYes
Pets WelcomeYes
CaravansYes
Maximum 72 hrsYes
Long RigYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Day Use AreaYes
Picnic TablesYes
Large flat grassy areas with good shadeYes

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Free campsite — no booking needed, sites are first come, first served.

Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
Councils and new owners do bring in fees, so ring ahead or check signage
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Tummaville Road

Leyburn, QLD 4365

Leyburn Recreation Ground

Free · no booking needed