Murwillumbah Showground (CG)

Murwillumbah Showground has a large grassy area suitable for fifth wheelers, big rigs, motor homes, clubs, and caravans. There is plenty of room to move between sites. The grounds are well maintained and the site is pet friendly and with basic facilities, travellers will surely enjoy their stay. A maximum of 7 days has been implemented so that other guests can also appreciate the area.  The Showground fills very quickly and can reach capacity on a daily basis due to limited sites.

The Showground is situated within easy walking distance to the town centre. The town is well serviced with all major essential services provided, including doctors and medical services.

The caretakers are very welcoming and host “Happy Hour” most afternoons. On occasions the Caretakers and the Showground Trust host a campers BBQ (Gold Coin Donation) in the Tea Tent which is a great way to meet other travellers and find out more about the local district. Murwillumbah Showground is an ideal location to base yourself and explore the Tweed Region and the many little towns surrounding it, it is also within easy access to Mt Warning and Natural Bridge, and only 30 minutes to the Gold Coast. (See Things to Do below)

HOW TO GET THERE
From the North or South exit the M1 Pacific Motorway at Tweed Valley Way (signed Murwillumbah)and proceed to the town area on the South of the Tweed River. At the roundabout next to the Information Centre turn West and cross the River; go straight ahead at the first roundabout and turn right at the second one (Brisbane Street). Turn left at the end then first right into Queensland Road, then into Mooball Street, and the entrance is on your right.

SHORTCUT
If driving in from the Pacific Highway, and you want to avoid the centre of town. Turn right into Cane Road, just past the Congong Sugar Mill. Follow this road right through, past the Racecourse, take the hard left hand bend in the road, and you will come to a T-Intersection at Queensland Road, Turn left, then right into Mooball Street.

CAUTION USING GPS: Some GPS systems may take you the long way around and up the hill. Best access is via Queensland Road then into Mooball Street.

SITE ACCESS
The driveway can be a bit tight if entering from the right. Once in the gate, you will immediately see a sign pointing to the caretakers van. There is plenty of room to pull over on the grassed area and let them know you are there. In the rare event, they are not there, park up around the perimeter of the main ring and ring them on the number provided to let them know you are there.

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FEES & BOOKING
$25 per night for 2 people or $20 for a single.

Due to a limited number of sites, bookings are now essential as there is a limit of 26 sites and these fill on a daily basis.
Also the Showground may be closed at certain times of the year due to events so it is best to ring a head and check first.  See more information about this below.

Events & Closures
Being a Showground, the site is often used for major events throughout the year.

Annual Murwillimbah Agricultural Show
The camping grounds are closed each year for the local show, which is usually held in early November. Dates will vary and you are advised to phone ahead at this time, or check this site for updates.

Gymkhanas & Other Events
Throughout the year, other major events are held at the Showground. This does not impact on the campground, and would be a great source of entertainment for our guests.

Wintersun2
Held in June each year the event hosts hundreds of Vintage Cars & Caravans and is open to campers, but you have to stay for the whole weekend.

THINGS TO DO
Local Farmers Market
Each Wednesday from 7am to 11am on the grounds are held the Local Farmers Markets with a variety of local produce.

Tweed Regional Gallery
Surrounded by beautiful gardens and lawns and offering panoramic views of the Tweed River, the Tweed Regional Gallery is the perfect place to visit to view first-rate exhibitions.  Also whilst here you can visit the “World Renowned Margaret Olley Centre”

Wollumbin-Mount Warning National Park
This park protects the mountain summit of Wollumbin-Mount Warning, an iconic landmark of the Northern Rivers region. Wollumbin National Park includes the former Mount Warning National Park (both parks were combined in August 2009).

Natural Bridge
Located in the The Springbrook National Park a Natural Bridge rock formation formed by the force of the waterfall over the erosive basalt cave.

Tweed Regional Museum
Established in 2004 with the uniting of the three local historical societies, Tweed Regional Museum (TRM) is one museum in three special locations; Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah and Uki.

Red Rattlers Gallery
A great place to find unique gifts, local art and craft, stained glass, and enjoy coffee and cake while enjoying the unique setting at Red Rattlers Gallery. Two original 1928 Red Rattler train carriages are set within the picturesque Tweed Valley and are restored to their former glory with renovations to include a gallery space and refreshment area. The gallery is located in the Tweed hinterland at Dungay five minutes north west of Murwillumbah.

The Sauce Studio
The Sauce Studio is the latest venture for artist, Sauce, who has spent the past twenty years developing his mural and graffiti art skills.

Clarrie Hall Dam
Heading west of Murwillumbah, through Uki, and turning south on the Doon Doon Road, takes you to the Clarrie Hall Dam. Built on Doon Doon Creek, a tributary of the Tweed River, Clarrie Hall Dam has a storage capacity of 16,000 mega-litres of water and the primary function of the dam is to provide storage for Tweed Shire’s water supply. Activities permitted on Clarrie Hall Dam include canoeing, boating (electric motor, sail or paddle power only) and fishing.

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