Lara - QLD

Lara Wetlands near Lara Wetlands Thermal Springs
** OPEN 1st May to 6th October 2025
NO BOOKING REQUIRED - ROLL ON IN
***** CASH ONLY - NO EFTPOS *******
Turn at yellow Lara sign on Landsborough Hwy do not follow online map
Lara Wetlands is a bush camping ground on a 15,000 acre cattle station south of
Barcaldine. The Wetlands are permanently fed by a century old artesian bore with
unpowered camping and no allocated sites around the Wetlands, you choose your
own site. The water is shallow (no swimming) and perfect for viewing the birdlife
via a complimentary kayak. The timber in the Wetlands has been there since 1908
and provides a wonderful habitat for over 127 species of birds.
This camping spot is on a working cattle station. If you are travelling with a pet it
MUST be kept on a leash at all times. NO EXCEPTIONS. Generators may be used
between 8-10am and 3-5pm ONLY. There is an all natural artesian thermal pool at
Lara set at approx 38 degrees and four amenities blocks with flushing toilets, hot
showers and a separate dump point.
It is an idyllic bush camp-spot that has abundant bird life & wildlife and is a
photographers joy. Sunrise and Sunsets are just amazing with the reflections on
the water.