RV Friendlies & Events

Dowerin is located 156 kilometres north-east of Perth on the Pioneers’ Pathway, a popular tourist route in the central wheat belt region of Western Australia. In 1906, the government extended the railway from Goomalling to the developing Dowerin Agricultural Area and decided to develop a town at the bustling terminal, and as a result Dowerin was officially gazetted in 1907.Those visiting Dowerin can find short term parking at the Field Day Site, located on Memorial Ave. There are no fees to stay here, and parking is strictly limited to self-contained vehicles only for up to 24 hours.  A dump point can be found on Stewart Street, and potable water can be obtained a long Redding Rd.Whilst in Dowerin, you will come across many interesting sites to visit, such as ‘Rusty’ the Tin Dog found at the west entrance to Dowerin, the threatened species garden found in the main street, or the ‘Sundial’ positioned centrally within the town square. If visiting in August, be sure to check out the Dowerin GWN Field Days, renowned as one of the biggest rural events in Western Australia. The Field Day showcases agricultural and associated equipment, as well as provides information and services to people from rural areas.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Dowerin Community Resource Centre, Stewart St, Dowerin WAPh: 08 9631 1662dowerin@crc.net.auCasual Parking       Stewart StShort Term Parking           Dowerin Short Stay Accommodation - Corner of Fraser & East Streets, cost from $16 per night (no power or water) 08 9631 1202 or A/H 0429 311 202 Field Day Site, Memorial Avenue (excluding Field Days) only available to self-contained vehicles and only for a maximum duration of 24 hours; Information Bay located on the corners of Goomalling – Merredin Road, Redding Road and Stewart Street only available to self-contained vehicles allowing access to toilets and showers located at Stewart Street Public Toilets for a maximum duration of 24 hours; Dump Point  Stewart St, DowerinPotable Water          Redding RdHospital        Ambulance avail in town 24/7; Forest St, Goomalling, Ph: 08 9629 0100 (21km W); Honour Ave, Wyalkatchem, Ph: 08 9681 1000 (35km E)Dentist           51/53 Railway Tce, Goomalling, Ph: 08 9629 1914 (avail Tues & Fri only)Pharmacy     37 Railway Tce, Goomalling, Ph: 08 9629 1088 (21km W), scripts are dropped off & collected from Dowerin RoadhouseSupermarket            11/13 Railway Tce, Ph: 08 9629 1140

Free camping. 72 hour stay limit applies. Stays include access to bins, BBQ, toilets, water and covered seating. No pets permitted. Open 24 hours. 

Blackbutt is a town in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, located approximately 166km north-west of Brisbane. The Blackbutt Golf Club is a unique country style golf course situated on Langton Rd and offers RV parking for travellers visiting the area.The golf club can accommodate self-contained vehicles for up to 76 hours for a donation. Access to showers, toilets and bins is available at the club, and pets on leads are permitted.The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, a 161km recreation trail from Wulkuraka to Yarraman passes through Blackbutt. The trail follows the old Brisbane Valley railway line and is open to walkers, touring cyclists and horse riders.Cost: Donations encouragedParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 76hrs, pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets (please note, amenities only available during business hours).Opening Hours: 7 days