Pelican Rest Tourist Park

Unpowered Sites from $38 per night, Powered Sites from $47 per night, Cabins and Villas from $131 per night.

Check In is 2pm and Check Out is 10am for all accommodation.

Pet friendly on specific Sites and Cabins.

Despite its edge of the outback location, there’s plenty of great food and beverage options that are easily accessible from the park. Visiting a winery isn’t often on the radar for those making an adventure into the outback, so you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover nearby Riversands Wines. Their cellar door is open 7 days a week and staff are always keen to help you learn about the interesting history of the vineyard. The Garden Cafe serves up plenty of tasty food if you’re peckish. We love a pub with a sense of history and roughly 30 minutes drive away you’ll find Nindigully Pub, established in 1864 this classic Outback Pub is Queensland’s oldest. Beyond its history, the food is delicious with a range of burgers and pub classics. If you’re with a group, you could even try to take on one of their oversized, made for sharing and somewhat novelty dishes including the 5.5kg Road Train Burger. If you’re keen to keep things closer to home the park has fantastic facilities including a well stocked Camp Kitchen, BBQs and a Pizza Oven.

Silo Art has become a frequent sight across various spots in rural Australia and in nearby Thallon you’ll find a beautiful example, with a mural depicting a sunset over an agricultural scene inspired by the region. The park sits right on the banks of the majestic Balonne River which provides a surprising spot to get out on a boat, kayak or SUP if you have brought your gear with you. You can also cast a line into the river and often find cod. Within the park you’ll also find a great swimming pool which is heated in the cooler months and a great spot to refresh when it is warmer out. Just over an hours drive away in the town of Bollon you’ll find Nullawokka First Nations Gallery & Tours, a great place to drop in to or organise a tour through and discover more about the rich indigenous history of the area.

The park is located close to a main road and whilst traffic is generally not heavy, it can generate enough noise to bother particularly light sleepers.