Accommodation Gold Coast
The Gold Coast has an abundance of places to stay close to the event venues. All events are towards the northern end of the Gold Coast (Southport to Helensvale).
https://www.destinationgoldcoast.com/where-to-stay
https://www.destinationgoldcoast.com/where-to-stay
Accommodation South Burnett
The Easter 3 Days has events near Kingaroy (Day 1 & 2) with the Prologue event 10km outside Blackbutt and Day 3 located 27km from Nanango (52km from Kingaroy).
Please note that there is a Speedway and Campdrafting event at Kingaroy over the Easter weekend, as such accommodation could be scarce in Kingaroy, so book early to avoid disappointment. The Kingaroy show grounds are unavailable for camping over the entire weekend. There is, however, ample camping elsewhere (see below).
Travelling Distances
To assist your planning the approximate travel distances from local towns to the events have been provided.
Using Kingaroy as a base:
Accommodation options in the South Burnett region
Why not try a homestay:
Homestays in the region
The Minmore property where the Day 1 and 2 event is occuring, offer farm stays, if you quick off the mark you may be lucky enough to get a booking. Watch a video
There are many suitable motels, hotels and other accommodation options in: Bunya Mountains; Yarraman; Nanango and Kingaroy.
The websites listed below can be used to find suitable accommodation options:
https://www.discoversouthburnett.com.au/accommodation/
http://tourism.southburnett.com.au/accomoverview.htm
www.booking.com
www.airbnb.com
www.wotif.com
www.trivago.com
Camping
If camping is your thing here are a few resources to help you out:
We have made arrangements for Orienteers to camp at the Nanango Showgrounds and at The Washpool (near Days 1&2). There is plenty of room. We are taking bookings now with payment in March. Fill in this form to book at one of these two venues.
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National Parks in the area with Camping
Bunya mountains National Park
Benarkin State Forest (Near Blackbutt)
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Nanango Caravan & Motorhome Park – has shady sites as well as Mobile Homes (converted buses) for those who prefer a bed over camping.
Kingaroy Show grounds – not available as the Speedway event has booked the entire venue.
Kingaroy Caravan Park has cabins, powered and unpowered campsites.
Maidenwell Recreation Ground
Ideal for self-contained travellers who need a basic place to stay. Free camps provide limited or no amenities.
Yarraman Caravan Park & Cabins - offers camping and self-catering accommodation
The Aircamp website is also a great resource to research camping sites in the area.
Please note that there is a Speedway and Campdrafting event at Kingaroy over the Easter weekend, as such accommodation could be scarce in Kingaroy, so book early to avoid disappointment. The Kingaroy show grounds are unavailable for camping over the entire weekend. There is, however, ample camping elsewhere (see below).
Travelling Distances
To assist your planning the approximate travel distances from local towns to the events have been provided.
Using Kingaroy as a base:
- 70km from Prologue event location
- 34km from Day 1 & 2
- 40km from Day 3 events
- 45km from Prologue event location
- 50km from Day 1 & 2
- 27km from Day 3 events
- 55 km from Prologue event location
- 67 km from Day 1 & 2
- 3.5 km from Day 3 events
- 24 km from Prologue event location
- 70 km from Day 1 & 2
- 31 km from Day 3 events
- 88 km from Prologue event location
- 51 km from Day 1 & 2
- 29 km from Day 3 events
Accommodation options in the South Burnett region
Why not try a homestay:
Homestays in the region
The Minmore property where the Day 1 and 2 event is occuring, offer farm stays, if you quick off the mark you may be lucky enough to get a booking. Watch a video
There are many suitable motels, hotels and other accommodation options in: Bunya Mountains; Yarraman; Nanango and Kingaroy.
The websites listed below can be used to find suitable accommodation options:
https://www.discoversouthburnett.com.au/accommodation/
http://tourism.southburnett.com.au/accomoverview.htm
www.booking.com
www.airbnb.com
www.wotif.com
www.trivago.com
Camping
If camping is your thing here are a few resources to help you out:
We have made arrangements for Orienteers to camp at the Nanango Showgrounds and at The Washpool (near Days 1&2). There is plenty of room. We are taking bookings now with payment in March. Fill in this form to book at one of these two venues.
- Nanango Show grounds: The camping at the Showground has basic facilities, powered and unpowered sites. (Facebook)
- The Washpool is located on a remote bush creek bank very close to the Day 1 & 2 event area. It’s a pleasant place to relax and enjoy the night skies. The venue would suit self-sufficient campers who are well kitted out. Unpowered sites, toilets, no showers, limited tank water.
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National Parks in the area with Camping
Bunya mountains National Park
Benarkin State Forest (Near Blackbutt)
===============================
Nanango Caravan & Motorhome Park – has shady sites as well as Mobile Homes (converted buses) for those who prefer a bed over camping.
Kingaroy Show grounds – not available as the Speedway event has booked the entire venue.
Kingaroy Caravan Park has cabins, powered and unpowered campsites.
Maidenwell Recreation Ground
Ideal for self-contained travellers who need a basic place to stay. Free camps provide limited or no amenities.
Yarraman Caravan Park & Cabins - offers camping and self-catering accommodation
The Aircamp website is also a great resource to research camping sites in the area.