RV Friendlies & Events

Coolgardie is known as “Mother of the Goldfields” and was the birthplace of the 1892 gold rush. The small town is situated 558 kilometres east of Perth, and a leisurely drive from Kalgoorlie. Coolgardie was once the third largest town in Western Australia, and today many charming heritage buildings remain; evidence of former glory days of the gold mining era.Coolgardie offers 48 hour parking for RVs free of charge at the Railway Station on Woodward Street. Bins and potable water are available, and a dump point is located nearby the railway station. Potable water is also available at the Mercy Gregory Memorial Park.While in town, visitors can learn about the gold rush history at the Goldfields Exhibition Museum and Ben Prior’s Park. Also, worth visiting is the Varischetti Mine Rescue Display, outlining the amazing story of workers who were trapped for nine days in an underwater mine; and the Pharmaceutical Museum, with its interesting collection of 18th and 19th century medicines and memorabilia.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Coolgardie Visitors Centre & Goldfields Exhibition Museum62 Bayley St, Coolgardie WAP 08 9026 6090www.coolgardie.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Woodward St, CoolgardieShort Term Parking           Railway Station, 75 Woodward St, (48hr), bins, water, pets on lead, nil costDump Point  Near railway stationPotable Water          Near Railway Station or Visitor CentreHospital        Nearest hospital is Kalgoorlie - 30min away.Doctors Surgery     Wilkie St, Coolgardie, open Mon - Fri. Coolgardie Ambulance Service is available 24/7Pharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is in Kalgoorlie – 30min awaySupermarket            Morans Store (IGA), 28/30 Bayley St, Coolgardie, ph 08 9026 6024

St Kilda, South Australia, is a small historic seaside suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 24 kilometres from the CBD. The township comprises around 50 houses and sits on a narrow strip of land surrounded by water, just five kilometres off Port Wakefield Road, one of Adelaide’s major arterial highways. Access is also available via the Northern Connector Freeway, which has a dedicated turn-off to St Kilda.The St Kilda Adventure Park is located on Fooks Terrace and is a major attraction for the area. St Kilda forms part of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary and features a popular boat ramp, fishing from the breakwater, and extensive recreational facilities. The Adventure Park offers a wide range of unique play equipment, including a castle, shipwreck, slippery dips and more. A large car park is available and is suitable for cars, RVs and boat trailers.From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.Facilities include potable water, toilets, rubbish bins and covered seating. As of January 2026, the nearest dump point is approximately 10 kilometres away at the OTR Truck Stop. The Electric Tram Museum is open on public holidays and Sunday afternoons. The Tackle and Tucker Kiosk (08 8280 9355) and the St Kilda Hotel are both within easy walking distance for meals, while a large shopping centre is located at Burton, approximately eight kilometres away.Cost: From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.

Nakadoo is a family business-owned rural farm located just 4kms north of Coonamble on the Castlereagh Highway. The farm is an authentic country experience, complete with billy tea on offer for visitors. The farm offers RV parking free of charge, with showers, toilets, bins and water available. Pets on a lead are welcome. While visiting, be sure to take a tour of The Shed, which has a collection of farm and household items from the years past and information on how people lived and worked in the bush. There are even some props from the Lord of the Rings movies. Please note, there is a $10 per person charge for entry to The Shed. Visitors will also have the chance to meet some of the farm animals; from Wooly the highland, longhorn steer to lambs, chooks and many more. Nakadoo runs horse and cart rides, with short and long run options available.Cost: Nil charge, $10 for entry into memorabilia shedParking: Neg stay limit, pets on lead, m/coverage, showers, bins, toilets, waterOpening Hours: 7 days